Claude Carlile
Claude Carlile, 79, of Redwater, Texas, passed away on January 26, 2026. He was born July 29, 1946 to Zelmar Claude Carlile, Sr. and Jewell Weems Carlile, in Oklahoma. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brother, and…
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Federal Government Approves $40M for Texas Storm Recovery Efforts
The Department of Homeland Security has announced more than $2.2 billion in disaster relief funding to support ongoing recovery efforts across the United States, including over $40 million designated for Texas. Secretary Kristi Noem announced the funding distribution on Wednesday,…
Community Invited to Texarkana, Ark. School District Town Hall on Tax Millage Vote
Texarkana, Ark. School District is holding a town hall meeting today to discuss an upcoming millage election. The meeting, announced by Dr. Genia Bullock, Director of Public Relations for the district, provides an opportunity for community members to learn more…
Randy Sams, Mission Texarkana Receive Food Donations from SWEPCO Storm Crews
Southwestern Electric Power Company donated five pallets of food to local homeless shelters in Texarkana this week as the utility company wound down its Winter Storm Fern restoration efforts. The donation to Randy Sams Outreach Shelter and Mission Texarkana included…
LifeShare Blood Center Faces Critical Shortage Following Winter Storm Closures
Recent winter weather has created a critical blood and platelet shortage at LifeShare Blood Center, affecting hospitals across the Texarkana region. Inclement conditions forced temporary donor center closures and canceled blood drives, significantly reducing collections at a time when hospitals…
Dr. Donnie Alvin Lewis
Obituary Pending
Eberline Beatty Nugent RESCHEDULED, see obituary.
Eberline Beatty Nugent, 97, went to be with the Lord on January 19, 2026, in Texarkana, Texas. Eberline was born in Ruston, Louisiana, on December 25, 1928, to Willie and Elbert Beatty. She was married for 57 years to Russell…
Harvey Alton Treadway
Harvey Alton Treadway, age 81, of Texarkana, Texas died Tuesday January 27, 2026. Mr. Treadway was born September 20, 1944 in Atlanta, Texas. He was formerly employed with the Arkansas Highway Department, Red River Lumber and Fleur Daniel International. He…
David Wayne Brandon
David Wayne Brandon, age 61, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. He was born on January 27, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas to Olena Faye Cromer and Elbert Wayne Brandon. David spent many years working as maintenance…
Local Soldiers Provide Aid During Winter Storm
On January 27, 2026, soldiers from Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 153rd Infantry Regiment stepped up to assist emergency responders during a winter storm in Dierks, Arkansas. Supply Specialist Samantha Douglas from Ashdown and Infantry Private First Class Mark Sillavan from…
Annual Kiwanis Pancake Day Returns March 14 with New Venue, Family Activities
The Kiwanis Club of Texarkana will host its 68th Annual Pancake Day on Thursday, March 14, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at a new location: the Texarkana Independent School District Career & Technology Education Educational Center. The fundraising event…
Myrna Sue Breckweg
Myrna “Sue” Breckweg, age 89 of Texarkana, Arkansas, was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 26, 2026. Sue was born on August 14, 1936, in Beaver, Ok to Charles and Martha Morehouse. She was…
Charles Benjamin Hines
Charles Benjamin Hines 85 of Texarkana, Texas departed this life on Monday January 26,2026 after a lengthy illness. Mr. Hines was born to Benjamin and Reba Hines on November 22,1940 in Texarkana, Texas. He attended Liberty Eylau School and retired…
Gloria Jean Wellington
Gloria Jean Wellington,75, of Texarkana passed away on January 27, 2026 at a local hospital. She was born on May 2, 1950 to Fredrick and Helen Rouse, Jr. in Jacksonville, Florida. Jean is preceded in death by her parents, sister…
Snowy Steps Lead to Burglary Arrest
Early Sunday morning, Texarkana Police responded to a burglary alarm at a convenience store in the 3600 block of Summerhill Road. The suspect had forced entry through the back door and made off with several vaping products. However, the recent…