Mary Ann Cowling
Mary Ann Cowling, age 86 of Stamps, AR, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at a local health care facility. Mary Ann was born on March 4, 1940, in Buckner, AR, to parents Doyle and Ruby Cearley. She was…
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Nancy Marie McElwee
Nancy Marie McElwee, 66 of Maud, TX passed on June 15, 2026 at her home. She was born on July 18, 1959 in Lansing, MI. Survivors include her husband, Leslie McElwee of Maud, TX; daughter, Gretchen Leonard of North Carolina;…
All‑American Pools: The Trusted Local Experts for New Pools, Remodels, and Backyard Upgrades
When it comes to building or renovating a swimming pool, experience matters — and All‑American Pools has built its reputation on decades of craftsmanship, professionalism, and reliable service in Texarkana. As a fully licensed and insured pool contractor serving the…
LNKTXK announces country music legend Mark Chesnutt as headliner for 9th Annual Destination Downtown presented by Robbins Toyota
LNKTXK is excited to announce that country music legend Mark Chesnutt will headline the 9th Annual Destination Downtown, presented by Robbins Toyota, on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Destination Downtown has become one of Texarkana’s premier annual events, bringing together live…
Dorothy Nell Whittington
Dorothy was born the youngest of 11 children on December 5, 1931 to Robert Alley and Martha Ada Riley Fox in Winfield, Texas. After graduating salutatorian of her class in 1949, she started a 40 year career with Titus County Schools where she later became the Assistant Superintendent. In 1958, she...
UAHT seeks qualified consultants for On‑Call Architectural Services
The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope‑Texarkana (UAHT) is seeking qualified consultants for Professional On‑Call Architectural Services. The request follows Policy 740.2 of the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees, which outlines how institutions select design professionals. UAHT…
SAU names Dr. C. Neelie Dobbins dean of the College of Education and Human Performance
Southern Arkansas University is pleased to announce that Dr. C. Neelie Dobbins has been named Dean of the College of Education and Human Performance (CEHP), effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Dobbins assumes the role following more than 15 years of…
Texarkana College Recognizes 2,165 Students on President’s and Dean’s Lists
Texarkana College has recognized 2,165 students for outstanding academic achievement by naming them to the Spring 2026 and Extended Fall 2025 scholastic honor rolls. Students earning a grade point average (GPA) of 3.8 or higher were named to the President’s…
A&M-Texarkana hires Dr. Jeanine Myers as Dean of College of Arts, Sciences, and Education
Texas A&M University-Texarkana has announced the hiring of Dr. Jeanine Myers as the University’s next Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE). Dr. Myers joins A&M-Texarkana after serving as a Professor of Mathematics and Executive Vice President…
Ashdown woman in custody after boyfriend fatally shot on Brodie Lane
A 35-year-old man is dead and a woman is in custody after a shooting on Brodie Lane, the Ashdown Police Department said. Multiple agencies recovered firearms and narcotics while serving search warrants.
Harvest Regional Food Bank Issues Urgent Call for Volunteers to Help Harvest Donated Corn
Harvest Regional Food Bank is putting out an urgent call for volunteers after a generous Little River County farmer donated two acres of fresh corn to help feed families across the region. The corn must be harvested quickly so it…
Robin Olson
Robin Paul Olson, aged 66, of New Boston, Texas, passed away peacefully in the early hours of June 9, 2026. Born on October 25, 1959, in Igloo, South Dakota, Robin was the beloved son of Clifford Olson and Luealla Gorham.A skilled and dedicated carpenter, Robin earned his high school diploma and app...
Siara Crow
Siara Blaise Crow, 21, of Texarkana, Arkansas, passed away on June 4, 2026. Born in Texarkana, Texas, Siara was a bright and loving young woman whose gentle spirit and kind heart touched the lives of everyone who knew her.Siara attended Arkansas High School and continued her education at the Univers...
JuliAna Moreland
Mrs. Moreland is preceded in death by her father, Jim Garrett Jr. and mother Naomi Thompson. Survivors included husband, Owen Moreland III; two sons and daughters-in-law, Owen Moreland IV and his wife Stephanie of Texarkana, TX and Tyler Moreland and his wife Katie of Texarkana, TX; three sisters a...
Ex-Hope Methodist Pastor Sues Church Over Termination
HOPE, Ark. – A pastor who claims he was fired in February in breach of his contract because of a “toxic relationship” with the congregation is suing Hope Methodist Church in Hempstead County circuit court. Marshall Almarode alleges that his…