Texarkana Snow Day
Texarkana area roads are covered in snow and ice as of 9:15 a.m. Monday morning. The MLK Day parade has been postponed.
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Man Convicted Last Year Of Murdering Girlfriend In Texarkana Has Allegedly Killed Prison Cellmate
AMARILLO, Texas–A man sentenced to life last year for strangling his girlfriend to death in her Texarkana apartment has allegedly killed his cellmate at a Texas prison unit in Amarillo, according to an unofficial source with knowledge of the investigation.…
Four Arrested for Alleged Residential Burglary
On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at approximately 12:10 p.m., Miller County dispatch notified deputies of a suspicious vehicle. The occupants of the vehicle were allegedly armed and had just broken into a residence on MC 9. According to Miller County…
5 Pleasant Grove High School Band Members Named to All-State Band
In a historic achievement for Pleasant Grove Independent School District, five talented students from Pleasant Grove High School have been honored with prestigious all-state band selections, marking a record in the school’s history for the highest number of selections in…
Police and Fire Calls 1/8/24
Time Agency Type Disposition Address 00:04:08 TT POLICE DEPARTMENT SUSPICIOUS T WARNING ISSUED WILSON ST / VIRGINIA 00:10:29 TT POLICE DEPARTMENT SUSPICIOUS I FIELD INTERVIEW REPORT MADE W 14TH ST / SUMMERHILL 00:15:04 WAKE VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT SUSPICIOUS B ASSISTANCE…
CO Accused Of Bringing Pot, Cigs, Into Bowie Jail For LCB Gang Member
TEXARKANA, Texas–A former correctional officer arrested New Year’s Eve with more than 50 grams of marijuana and a stash of Kool cigarettes was allegedly bringing the contraband to a known member of Loyalty Cash Business, a criminal street gang that…
Man Charged With Sex Assault Was Stopped, Held For Police By Good Samaritans
TEXARKANA, Texas–A man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in downtown Texarkana last month was reportedly held for police by a man on a bicycle who heard her screams for help and took action. Qunten Barros, 33, was arrested for…
Liberty-Eylau ISD Names Jeff Wright Lone Finalist for Superintendent Position
The Liberty-Eylau Independent School District named Jeff Wright as the lone finalist for Superintendent at a recent School Board meeting. The Board cited Mr. Wright’s extensive experience, dedication to education, and leadership qualities, making him an ideal candidate to lead…
Man Arrested With Long Knife At New Boston PD Allegedly Wanted ‘Chief’s Head’
NEW BOSTON, Texas–A man who allegedly brandished a 25-inch knife and said he was there for “the chief’s head” while in the parking lot of the New Boston Police Dept. earlier this month is facing multiple felony charges. Jose Luis…
Bowie County Correctional Officer Arrested for Prohibited Substance or Item in a Correctional Facility
On 12-31-2023, Correctional Officers with the Bowie County Detention Center intercepted an attempted contraband delivery to an inmate within the jail. All Bowie County Detention Center employees are subject to search upon entering the facility. Lt. Oshiana Pree and Sgt.…
A Season of Giving: Hospice of Texarkana
When thinking about all of the incredible things Texarkana has to offer its citizens, one may tend to forget the enormous impact that Hospice of Texarkana brings to families, friends, and loved ones across our town and throughout the east…
Leadership Texarkana Offers Leadership Frameworks for Pursuing Excellence in the New Year
Leadership Texarkana Offers Leadership Frameworks for Pursuing Excellence in the New Year: Learning Opportunities for All Texarkana Citizens In the spirit of the New Year, Leadership Texarkana is pleased to share the early 2024 Leadership Frameworks program offerings, open to…
Tis the Season: How to Give Like the Big Boys Do
You’ve no doubt heard of family foundations before, such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation or the Walton Family Foundation. You’re probably under the impression that family foundations are reserved for wealthy families. Private foundations across the world contribute…
Literacy Council Expansion Includes Move to Texarkana College Campus
In order to meet growing community needs, the Literacy Council of Bowie and Miller Counties will double its size next month when the non-profit organization relocates to Texarkana College. For months, the Literacy Council has operated at maximum capacity in…
Jaxson Layne Kids Co. Offering Exclusive Children’s Clothing
Jaxson Layne Kids Co. is now open at 4014 Summerhill Square in Texarkana. They specialize in children’s clothes for boys and girls, ages ranging from baby to teen. Owner Allison Cooper noticed that Texarkana did not have many options for…