The 9th Annual Bark At The Park will take place on Saturday, November 1st, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Kylee Sullivan Dog Park located inside Spring Lake Park, just off the Mall Drive entrance. Dogs and cats…
Six nonprofit organizations in the Ark-La-Tex region received grants totaling $305,000 to help improve the health and well-being of their communities. Organizations were selected based on programs that address community health concerns, including chronic disease management, health education, mental health…
For Mandy Sams, serving the homeless isn’t a new calling—it’s woven into her family’s history, their traditions, and even the ground where the Randy Sams Outreach Shelter now stands. After recently joining the shelter’s board of directors, Sams says she…
During the regular meeting of the Texarkana College Board of Trustees held on Monday, October 27, 2025, trustees heard reports highlighting the continued success of the Texarkana College Foundation’s Angel Tree Project and received an update on planned updates for…
October 21, 2025, Texarkana, TX– The Texarkana College Foundation is honored to announce a $75,000 gift from the Wadley Regional Medical Center Auxiliary to support scholarships for students in Texarkana College’s Nursing and Health Science programs, including those pursuing pre-med…
For 29 years, the Randy Sams Outreach Shelter has opened its doors to those with nowhere else to turn, offering hope, healing, and a second chance to individuals experiencing homelessness across the Texarkana region. Founded in 1996 in memory of…
More than 85 children in the Texarkana area are currently waiting for a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer to stand by their side and be their voice in court. To help meet this urgent need, CASA for Children is…
Texas A&M University-Texarkana and the Pleasant Grove Independent School District recently signed a direct admissions pathway for students interested in attending the University. Under the new pathway, graduating Pleasant Grove seniors who meet the automatic qualifications for the University (minimum…
In a continued effort to support families facing food insecurity, Westside Church of Christ will host a drive-through food distribution on Saturday, October 18, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at 524 Sowell Lane. The church will distribute 200 food…
4Kids for Families celebrated the grand opening of its new Texarkana office today, October 14, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Texarkana Chamber of Commerce. Why that matters? Child Protective Services (CPS) used to manage foster care in Bowie,…
The 4th Annual Singo for a Cause is back and bigger than ever, promising an evening of music, laughter, and community spirit—all in support of a life-changing mission. Hosted at the Texarkana Convention Center on Saturday, November 8, 2025, the…
The 16th Annual Jeans & Bling Celebrity Lip Sync Battle, hosted by Hospice of Texarkana, brought the house down this past weekend with a packed crowd, vibrant performances, and a festive beach-themed atmosphere that had guests smiling from start to…
This October, HealthCARE Express is turning its clinics into collection points for kindness. From now until October 31, all Texarkana-area HealthCARE Express locations will host a canned food drive to help fight hunger and support local families in need. Donations…
CASA for Children and the Texarkana Children’s Advocacy Center (TCAC) are calling on the Greater Texarkana community to stand in the gap for children in crisis. A $415,000 annual funding shortfall now threatens the vital services provided by CASA and…
Harvest Regional Food Bank is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual event, Taste of Texarkana, scheduled for October 14, 5-8 p.m. at the Four States Fairgrounds Arena. Celebrating its 32nd year, this popular evening features over…
