Bowie County election officials are recruiting poll workers ahead of six scheduled elections in 2026, part of a national effort to recognize and staff polling locations across the country. The county needs approximately 150 election workers to staff vote centers…
The 2026 primary elections for both Bowie County, Texas and Miller County, Arkansas are scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Early voting begins February 17, 2026, with key races at the local, state, and federal levels. Here’s a breakdown of…
The City of Texarkana, Texarkana Water Utilities, and Riverbend Water Resources have rescheduled a Community Water Forum due to inclement weather. The event, originally planned for January 26, will now take place Monday, February 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30…
A Hope Collegiate Academy senior has been selected as a semifinalist for one of the nation’s most competitive college scholarships. Grace Easterling is among 568 high school seniors nationwide — and just eight from Arkansas — named semifinalists for the…
Carolyn Ann Matthews, 87, passed away on January 22, 2026 in Greenville, Texas, having been cherished by family. She was born January 23, 1938, to Elias Hoy and Violet Lee Crowell in Bingen, Arkansas. Carolyn was preceded in death by…
Molly Ruth Wilson, age 85, of Texarkana, Arkansas, formerly of Ashdown, Arkansas, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, surrounded by her beloved husband and children. Mrs. Wilson was born on August 19, 1940, in Dallas, Texas, and lived in Texarkana most of her lif...
Miller County Judge Cathy Hardin-Harrison has declared a disaster in advance of severe winter weather expected this weekend, opening the county to state aid if local resources become overwhelmed. The National Weather Service in Shreveport has forecast a mix of…
Southwestern Electric Power Company has mobilized more than 2,300 linemen, forestry workers and other employees to respond to Winter Storm Fern, which is expected to bring significant snow, ice and frigid temperatures to the region this weekend. The utility company,…
A Royse City man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for his role in a firearms trafficking operation, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas. Abigael Colin Saldana, 28, a Mexican national…
TexAmericas Center has released its 2026 annual report, showing significant economic growth across the Texarkana region with employment increasing 136% over the past five years. The industrial park now hosts 1,536 jobs across 44 active companies, up from 650 employees…
U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) and Representative Madeleine Dean (PA-04) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing transparency in how artificial intelligence companies use copyrighted material. The Transparency in AI Training (TRAIN) Act would establish a process allowing copyright owners…
Habitat for Humanity of Texarkana has appointed Molly Riley as its new Executive Director, the organization’s board of directors announced Sunday. Riley brings more than 10 years of nonprofit experience to the position, most recently serving as Vice President of…
TEXARKANA, Texas–A man accused of molesting a 10-year-old girl he is related to by marriage is facing new charges alleging he possessed images of child sexual abuse, including photos and video he created. Juan Espinosa-Martinez, 36, was charged in mid-December…
The City of Texarkana, Texas Public Works Department began pre-treating streets Thursday ahead of expected winter weather this weekend. Crews are focusing first on areas most vulnerable to freezing, including bridges, overpasses, low-lying or hilly sections, and critical emergency routes.…
“Grace” Antonia Alta Gracia Yanez Garcia Ellis, age 93, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on January 20, 2026. She was born on April 16, 1932 in Big Spring, Texas. Full obituary pending….
