A SWEPCO lineman is thanking the Texarkana community for their patience and support during Winter Storm Fern restoration efforts. Nathan H., a nearly five-year veteran lineman with Southwestern Electric Power Company, shared his perspective on the challenging storm response in…
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Linda Jean McCullough, was a devoted and beloved resident of Texarkana, Texas. She passed away on February 5, 2026 at the age of 62. Born on December 6, 1963, Linda was cherished by all who knew her. She loved her…
Man Charged With Unlawful Restraint Of Teen Girl TEXARKANA, Texas–An 18-year-old New Boston, Texas, man has been chargedwith unlawful restraint for allegedly refusing to let a 16-year-old girlout of his car last month. Nathan Isayah Stephens was reportedly driving when…
Thirteen Texas High School student-athletes officially signed National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level during a Winter Signing Day ceremony held Wednesday, February 4, 2026. The athletes represent baseball, basketball, football, and…
Historic Washington State Park will host a Valentine’s dinner at Williams’ Tavern Restaurant on Friday, February 13. The evening will begin with a surrey ride at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and entertainment at 6 p.m. Guests will be seated…
Martha and Josh Morriss Mathematics & Engineering Elementary has been named to the 2025 Texas Honor Roll, a recognition awarded to top-performing public schools across the state for outstanding student achievement. The Texas Honor Roll, released annually by Educational Results…
Vicki Orr, born February 14, 1949, passed away on January 31, 2026. Memorial visitation will be held from 2-3:30 PM, February 9, 2026 at North Ridge Country Club.
James David Norton, age 63, of Texarkana, Texas, died Sunday, February 1, 2026 at his residence. Mr. Norton was born September 19, 1962 in Texarkana, Arkansas. He was retired from Red River Army Depot. He was preceded in death by…
The Arkansas High School Collegiate Academy at UA Hope-Texarkana is now accepting applications for incoming 10th grade students for the 2026-27 school year. The application deadline is Monday, June 1, 2026. Students must be enrolled or eligible to enroll in…
The U.S. House of Representatives passed several fiscal year 2026 funding packages on Tuesday that include $27.2 million in federal investments for Arkansas Fourth District projects, including $11 million for Texarkana Regional Airport. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) secured funding for…
Woman Accused Of Stealing From Friend Instead Of Posting Her Bail HEMPSTEAD COUNTY, Ark–A Nashville, Ark., woman facing a fraud charge inHempstead County allegedly used an incarcerated friend’s debit card to makeover $1,300 in ATM withdrawals and purchases instead of…
Phyllis Louise Smith, age 85, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 2, 2026. She was born on January 26, 1941, to her wonderful parents, Lida Marie LaMont and Charles Nelson Saylor. Phyllis was…
TexAmericas Center announced February 3 it has received a Rural Business Development Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture to support business growth and job creation in the Texarkana region. The industrial park operator will use the federal funds…
Donna Rae Cherry Green was born September 12, 1930 at the home of her parents, Ray and Pauline Cherry, in Texarkana, TX and passed February 2, 2026 at home in Texarkana, AR. She is preceded in death by her parents…
