Individuals interested in traditional craftsmanship and hands-on learning will have the opportunity to forge their own axe during an upcoming weekend bladesmithing course led by master bladesmith Lin Rhea. The “Forge Your Own Axe” course will take place May 23–24,…
The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund has awarded $32,800 in scholarships to 20 single parents in the Texarkana area for the Spring 2026 semester. In Bowie County, Texas, 13 students received $24,400, while seven students in Miller County, Arkansas, were…
TEXARKANA, AR — The regular meeting of the Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors on Monday night evolved from routine municipal business into a heated exchange regarding community representation and the perceived fairness of local grant funding. Road Repairs and Audit…
MAGNOLIA, AR (05/05/2026) The Upward Bound Program at Southern Arkansas University will hold its annual Senior Recognition and Awards Ceremony Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Grand Hall of the Reynolds Building. Twenty-five graduates from seven Southwest Arkansas…
TEXARKANA, AR — The Texarkana Advertising and Promotion (A&P) Commission moved forward with several major tourism initiatives during their latest meeting, headlined by the approval of funding for a national fishing tournament and preliminary discussions for a high-profile country music…
Magnolia, AR – The Southern Arkansas University Police Department has been awarded the prestigious FBI-Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (FBI-LEEDA) Agency Trilogy Award, a national distinction recognizing law enforcement agencies that prioritize leadership excellence and professional growth at every level…
Arkansas High alumnus Scooter Wilder returned to the mound in a powerful moment of strength and community support this week, pitching the first inning of both the Razorback Softball and Baseball games while in the midst of his battle against…
At SWEPCO, energy isn’t just what flows through our lines – it’s what powers our communities. That belief came to life on Wednesday, April 15, when SWEPCO teams partnered with Harvest Texarkana and the Central Arkansas Development Council (CADC) –…
The Texarkana Arkansas School District (TASD) will host its annual Gifted & Talented (GT) Showcase on Thursday, April 16, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at North Heights Community School. The event will highlight student learning, creativity, and innovation through a…
A 46-year-old man was killed Sunday evening during an officer-involved shooting on State Highway 296 east of Texarkana, according to Arkansas State Police. Tommy Ray Sevier was shot after he exchanged gunfire with a Texarkana, Arkansas, Police Department officer during…
Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce a transformational $4.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation to establish the Windgate Scholars Program Scholarship Endowment, marking the largest single donor gift for scholarships in the University’s history. “This is a defining…
The City of Washington, Arkansas, in partnership with Buck’s Maintenance Service Inc., the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation, Arkansas’s Great Southwest, and Historic Washington State Park, will host the 5th Annual James Black’s Bowie Heritage Festival on April 24–25, 2026,…
Texarkana Resources for the Disabled, Inc., in partnership with Runnin’ WJ Ranch, will host its annual Pork on a Fork Fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ramage Farms, located at 5600 FM 560,…
Texarkana turned out in full support Wednesday morning as the Hoop Heroes, the Special Olympics basketball team representing Texarkana Resources for the Disabled, were honored with a celebratory parade along East 19th Street. The short but spirited procession brought out…
The spirit of the Viking age is set to rise again in Fouke as the Spring Awakening Viking Festival returns for its fourth year on March 21–22, 2026, at The Dancing Ranch Farm. This two‑day, family‑friendly celebration blends history, adventure,…
