As Miller County Judge, my focus will be accountability, public safety, and responsible use of taxpayer dollars. I believe county government should be efficient, transparent, and always focused on serving the people. Budgeting and Property Tax Rates My first action…
President Donald Trump has approved Arkansas’ request for an emergency declaration to provide federal assistance in response to severe winter weather that began January 23 and continues to impact the state. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the approval, which will…
The 2026 primary elections for both Bowie County, Texas and Miller County, Arkansas are scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Early voting begins February 17, 2026, with key races at the local, state, and federal levels. Here’s a breakdown of…
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency Wednesday in anticipation of severe winter weather expected to strike the state on or about January 23, 2026. The executive order directs $250,000 from the Governor’s Disaster Response and Recovery…
The Miller County Candidate Meet & Greet and Chili Cook-Off is Thursday, January 22nd, from 5-7 pm at the Texarkana Arkansas Convention Center. The Texarkana Arkansas Convention Center is located at 5200 Convention Plaza Drive, Texarkana, AR. National Conservative Commentator…
My name is Lynn McDowell, and I’m running for Miller County Judge because I care deeply about this county, the people who call it home, and the future we’re building together. Experience matters. Respect matters. And service matters. Not long…
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) and the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) are set to announce a new partnership that will expand access to affordable higher education in Arkansas. On Thursday, January 15, the two institutions will unveil…
MURFREESBORO, Ark. – A casual question to a virtual assistant led to an exciting discovery for a Texas family at Crater of Diamonds State Park. James Ward, a 41-year-old high school teacher from Cypress, found a 2.09-carat brown diamond on…
Story updated December 19th with additional details on Johnston’s past legal and financial records. TEXARKANA, Ark–A former K-9 officer with the Miller County Sheriff’s Office has been charged with theft of property over $5,000 but under $25,000, according to court…
Christopher Daniel Redfearn has announced his candidacy for Miller County Judge. “I am excited to announce my candidacy for Miller County Judge,” said Redfearn. “I will work hard to represent the people of Miller County. I believe that Miller County…
The University of Arkansas at Hope-Texarkana will honor graduating students from the Licensed Practical Nursing Program with a special nurse pinning ceremony on Tuesday, December 16, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hempstead Hall Theater. The nurse pinning ceremony is a…
WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, applauded Senate passage of three bipartisan legislative initiatives he has championed to support veterans and their families. The bills focus on protecting benefits of defrauded servicemembers…
Texarkana, AR — The Texarkana Arkansas School District (TASD) is pleased to announce its Kindergarten Priority Registration event for the 2026–2027 school year. Families of children who will turn five years old on or before August 1 are encouraged to take…
Texarkana, Arkansas — Front Street Plaza is set to kick off the holiday season with the Jingle & Mingle Market, a festive community event featuring local small businesses, holiday treats, and family-friendly activities. The market will take place Saturday from…
The agriculture departments of Arkansas, Texas, and Oklahoma are putting horse owners in their states on alert following an outbreak of an easily spread, but preventable, virus that can be fatal to equines. As of Thursday, there have been no…
