Tour Around Town: 9 Oak Hill Place
It isn’t often that you can find a place in your community that has stood the test of time. However, Oak Hill Place is the street that is a glimpse into the past. Many of the homes are creeping on…
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Grab Your Matching Pj’s and Get Ready for Pajama, Popcorn, and Pizza
Mother, Dr. Kimberly Ellison and her daughter, McKinley find time to bond, regardless of where they are or what is going on. They’re on a mission to help encourage other girls and their moms to strengthen their relationships and make…
Twin City Talks: Community Q&A
We sought out to see how locals are cooling off during this already very balmy, hot June and found several people sipping smoothies at Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Top pick from guest, Jessica Luna, is the Sunrise Sunset smoothie. Name:…
One Day Early Bird Ticket Sale for Mickey Gilley & Johnny Lee Watermelon Festival Concert Set for Friday, June 7
Mickey Gilley, the 1976 Country Music Entertainer of the Year, and Gold Record recording artist Johnny Lee will perform their world-famous Urban Cowboy Reunion Tour at the 42nd Annual Hope Watermelon Festival on Friday, August 10, at 8:30 p.m. The…
Believe in Beverly Builds Up the Community as Properties Are Torn Down
Tylesha Ross is an optimist and a philanthropist, providing a vision and solutions when others only seem to acknowledge problems. A native of Texarkana, her heart resides in her community, in her roots. After leaving home to pursue her education,…
Caddo Area Council Adds Two New Eagle Scouts
The Caddo Area Council is proud to announce the addition of two new Eagle Scouts: Micah – Troop 16 Rivers – Troop 16 “We are proud of you,” exclaimed Scout Executive, Anthony Escobar. As of May 2018, The Caddo Area…
Free Child Safety Seat Check on May 17, 2018
Parents and caregivers can have their child safety seats checked to make sure they meet current safety standards, they are installed correctly and find out what type of safety seats are required for different ages and sizes of children. The…
Runion Rallies for Re-election
During his campaign for Sheriff in 2016, Sheriff Runion committed to providing the Citizens of Miller County with a professional Law Enforcement Agency that was responsive to their needs, and with one that was tough on crime. At the…
Texarkana Area Schools Celebrate over 4,500,000 Minutes of Physical Activity
Students in Texarkana area elementary schools are celebrating the incredible milestone of over 4,500,000 minutes of physical activity documented with GoNoodle this school year. Students from Spring Lake Park Elementary School, Texarkana, TX, celebrated their activity achievement in a year-end…
The Mayos Make Mother’s Day Magical & Musical
Many children conceive elaborate dreams only to outgrow them with age and time. Others, however, pursue that passion and nourish the skill to near perfection. Stacy Mayo knew from a very young age that she was meant for the spotlight,…
Ride the T-Line for Free on Thursday, May 10, 2018
Texarkana Urban Transit District (T-Line) will offer free rides to the general public Thursday, May 10, 2018, in support of Elder Abuse Awareness month. May is both Elder Abuse Awareness Month and Older Americans Month. In an effort to…
4th Annual Twice as Fine Wine Festival is Unforgettable Fun
The Alzheimer’s Alliance 4th Annual Twice as Fine Wine Festival in Texarkana was held yesterday, May 5, 2018, at Spring Lake Park Texarkana from 11:00 AM to 7 PM. The one-of-a-kind event features vendors from across the four states region…
Run for Life 5k/ 10k/ Walk for Life Steps into the Weekend with Success
The 5th annual “Run” For Life 5k and the 19th annual “Walk” for Life to benefit the 1st Choice Pregnancy Center was held on May 5, 2018, at Spring Lake Park in Texarkana, Texas.
Dr. Beverly Rowe Receives Outstanding Historic Preservation National Award, “Lifetime Dedication to Historic Preservation” at Lonestar DAR Awards Ceremony
The Lone Star Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (Lone Star DAR) presented their annual awards to a diverse and accomplished group of community leaders of all ages. “We are blessed to have so many talented individuals who contribute to…
Texarkana named Top 25- Time to vote!
The national small business movement, Independent We Stand, announces the quarterfinalists, including Main Street Texarkana, in the 2018 “America’s Main Streets” contest. As the lifeblood of our cities and towns, Main Streets play an important role in the long-term success…