Theresa Fern Lopaz
Theresa Fern Lopaz was born May 6, 1952. She passed from this life after a brief battle with cancer on August 29, 2025. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ammonette “Denkie” Evans. She is survived by her aunt,…
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Victim Families Question DA Rochelle Actions In Capital Murder Case
TEXARKANA, Texas–Family members of a man and woman who were gunned down at a residence in De Kalb, Texas, in June have written letters questioning whether Bowie County District Attorney Jerry Rochelle is acting for “political gain.” Rochelle told the…
Vernon McBride
Vernon McBride, age 83, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025. Vernon was born on October 16, 1941, in Texarkana, Arkansas to his parents, Willie and Ethel McBride. He is preceded in death by his wife, Valerea McBride, his parents;…
Gerald Wayne “Jerry” Carlson
U.S. Veteran Gerald Wayne “Jerry” Carlson, age 73, of Texarkana, Texas, died Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at his residence. Mr. Carlson was born May 19, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois. He was a retired account manager for Hope Novelty and a…
Pamella Annette Hoffmeister
Pamella Annette Hoffmeister, 69, of Maud, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, August 25, 2025 surrounded by family. Pamella was born December 5, 1955 in Texarkana, Arkansas to Bill and Billie Boze. Pamella was a dedicated Registered…
Ernest Louis Gardner
Ernest Louis Gardner, 68, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away on August 25, 2025. Mr. Gardner was born on January 30, 1957, in Tacoma, Washington, to Sarah and Robert Gardner. He is preceded in death by his parents. Left to cherish…
Empowering Futures: $park Comes to Texarkana
In a dynamic collaboration, Red River Credit Union (RRCU), Center for Financial Literacy and Investment at Texas A&M University–Texarkana, and Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas are proud to present $park: Students Preparing for Adult Readiness and Knowledge, a premier event designed…
Harvest Regional Food Bank Kicks Off Hunger Action Month with Powerful Luncheon and Community Call to Action
On Tuesday, August 26, Harvest Regional Food Bank launched Hunger Action Month with its annual Hunger Action Luncheon, held at Williams Memorial United Methodist Church. The event brought together civic leaders, volunteers, and supporters to raise awareness about food insecurity…
James Vernon Hillier
James Vernon Hillier, age 75, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of Church on the Rock, where his faith guided the way he…
Russell Alan Edzards
Russell Alan Edzards, age 57, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in the comfort of his home. He was born on February 19, 1968, in Texarkana, to Herman Lee Edzards and Alice Sue Edzards. Russell, aka…
Richard Leon McPherson
Richard Leon McPherson, 70 of New Boston, Texas, passed away on July 24, 2025. He was born on August 15, 1954, in New Boston, Texas. He is the second son of the late Floyd and Jeanette McPherson. Richard is also…
Paul Ryan Chance
Paul Ryan Chance, age 39, of Wake Village, Texas, died on Friday, August 22, 2025, in a Dallas, Texas, hospital surrounded by his family. Ryan was born on March 18, 1986, in Monroe, Louisiana. He was formerly employed at Discount…
Douglas DeWayne Green
Douglas DeWayne Green, age 69, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025. He was born on February 19, 1956, in Vivian, Louisiana, to Dovie Lynn Green and Carl Douglas Green. DeWayne spent his career working as a…
Robert L. “Bob” Mattson
U.S. Veteran Robert L. “Bob” Mattson (1946–2025) Robert L. “Bob” Mattson, 79, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025. A proud Vietnam veteran, Bob served his country with courage and honor, earning both the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for…
Gregory “Greg” Paul Jones
Gregory “Greg” Paul Jones, age 66, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Thursday, August 21, 2025, at his home. Greg was born on May 15, 1959, in Denver City, Texas and lived in…