The historic Orr School, located at 831 Laurel Street in Texarkana, Arkansas, has received a grant from the New York-based A Blade of Grass 2025 Field Funds program to collect and preserve oral histories from generations of educators, students, and…
The Kiwanis Club of Texarkana proudly launched its first-ever K.I.D.S. Camp (Kids Improving Diabetes Safety) from June 9–13, 2025, at Camp Preston Hunt, marking a significant step forward in the club’s ongoing commitment to supporting youth and families in the…
In the early hours of Wednesday, June 18, 2025, Texarkana Arkansas Firefighters were called to action in a dramatic stretch of emergency response that saw four separate building fires break out in quick succession. The first fire was reported shortly…
The City of Lewisville is turning up the heat this summer with the Lewisville Grill & Chill Cook-Off, a festive gathering designed to showcase local culinary talent, foster community connections, and support important local causes. This free event, happening Saturday,…
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins signed Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ waiver to ban soft drinks and candy from Arkansas’ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also referred to as food stamps. Governor Sanders submitted her waiver in April. The…
The Texarkana USA Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Miller County has officially earned 100% of its Work Ready Community Certification, a major milestone that signals to industries across the nation that our region is home to…
The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas has approved the appointment of Jacob Jones of Hope, Arkansas, to serve as a member of the Board of Visitors at the University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana (UAHT). The…
For Arkansas parents looking to further their education or job training, the Arkansas Career Pathways Initiative Program at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) offers valuable support. Designed to assist modest-income parents, this program provides the resources necessary to gain…
The Texarkana Airshow is set to take to the skies for the first time in over 30 years on June 27, 2026 at Texarkana Regional Airport. This event will showcase thrilling aerial performances, including acrobatic displays, formation flying, and military…
The deadline to register for summer classes at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) is June 2. Summer I and online summer classes also begin on June 2. Registration is also open for Summer II classes, which begin on July…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced disaster loan assistance for individuals and businesses affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred in Arkansas from April 2 through April 22, 2025. Residents and business owners in the…
The deadline to apply for the Arkansas High Collegiate Academy at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is Monday, June 2, 2025. Students who will be entering the 10th grade can apply to the academy. Students must be enrolled or be…
The Texarkana Arkansas School District is proud to announce that Lea Metcalf-McDonald, Director of Federal Programs, has been named the 2025 Howard Wallace Federal Coordinator of the Year by the Arkansas Association of Federal Coordinators (AAFC). The prestigious award was…
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) proudly celebrates three distinguished individuals whose dedication has shaped the college and positively impacted students, faculty, and staff. Jessica Schroader, Misty Hughes, and Wendy Jones have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to education, leadership, and community…
May 7th was National Skilled Trades Day, and the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana recognizes the importance of skilled trades. Skilled trades are the backbone of modern society. Electricians keep the lights on, HVAC technicians make homes livable in every season,…
