Mrs. Shannon Kirkland-Butts, the Director of Innovation and Educational Technology at St. James Day School in Texarkana, Texas, has achieved national recognition as Henry Ford’s National inHub Teacher of the Year. This prestigious honor celebrates her groundbreaking work in academic…
The Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership (ARORP) presented $150,000 to six Arkansas Coalition Partnership Empowerment (COPE) initiative awardees today during a press conference at the Association of Arkansas Counties in Little Rock, Ark. Each of these coalitions has received $25,000 from…
For motivated high school students, dual credit and concurrent credit courses at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana can be a game-changer. These programs allow students to earn both high school and college credit at the same time, giving them a…
In a bold move toward improving public health and reducing healthcare costs, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has unveiled her Arkansas Food Stamp Reform Plan. The proposal targets the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and advocating for changes that promote healthier…
WASHINGTON – Today, The House of Representatives passed H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a bill that requires individuals to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04)…
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana College Relations Department has been selected as the winner of five educational advertising awards at the 40th Annual Educational Advertising Awards competition in Atlanta, Georgia. The Educational Advertising Awards is the country’s largest educational advertising…
Did you know that you may qualify for a summer Pell Grant to take summer classes at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana? Even if you have used the total amount of your fall or spring Pell Grant, you may still…
Governor SHS Press announced that the Governor signed numerous bills into law on April 3rd, 2025. The list includes bills concerning healthcare, education, business regulations, and state government operations in Arkansas. Bills Signed: HB1288, SB83, SB103, SB329, SB366, SB432, SB232,…
The City of Washington, Arkansas, in partnership with the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation and Historic Washington State Park, will host the 4th Annual James Black’s Bowie Heritage Festival on April 25-26, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The…
Looking for a way to improve flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a welcoming and supportive environment? Whether new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, Texarkana offers fantastic opportunities to embrace mindful movement and relaxation—all tailored to different needs and…
Arkansas High School student Kaleese Howard has received recognition for her artwork, The Beginning, which has been accepted into the 2025 Governor’s Young Artist Competition and Exhibit. This prestigious selection underscores Howard’s creativity and dedication to her artistic pursuits. As…
Registration for summer and fall classes at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) is open now. Summer I and online summer classes begin on June 2, Summer II classes start on July 2, and Fall classes begin on August 20.…
Thirty-seven recruits became Arkansas State Troopers tonight during a graduation ceremony held in the State Capitol rotunda. After being tested and interviewed, this class of new Troopers was chosen from a pool of 420 applicants. The recruits started their training…
Two exceptional Destination Imagination (DI) teams from Ashdown have secured a coveted spot at the upcoming Global Finals in Kansas City, Missouri. This achievement highlights the creativity, innovation, and teamwork demonstrated by these talented students as they prepare to represent…
If you missed the Kindergarten Priority Registration, now is your chance to enroll your child for the 2025-26 school year. The Texarkana Arkansas School District (TASD) will host Kindergarten Open Enrollment Registration events on Wednesday, April 2nd, and Tuesday, May…
