Southwestern Electric Power Company has mobilized more than 2,300 linemen, forestry workers and other employees to respond to Winter Storm Fern, which is expected to bring significant snow, ice and frigid temperatures to the region this weekend. The utility company,…
ATLANTA — An investigation into an anonymous threat directed at Atlanta High School earlier this week indicates the call was likely a “swatting” hoax originating from outside the United States, according to district officials. The incident began on the afternoon…
A Royse City man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for his role in a firearms trafficking operation, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas. Abigael Colin Saldana, 28, a Mexican national…
TexAmericas Center has released its 2026 annual report, showing significant economic growth across the Texarkana region with employment increasing 136% over the past five years. The industrial park now hosts 1,536 jobs across 44 active companies, up from 650 employees…
U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) and Representative Madeleine Dean (PA-04) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing transparency in how artificial intelligence companies use copyrighted material. The Transparency in AI Training (TRAIN) Act would establish a process allowing copyright owners…
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…
Habitat for Humanity of Texarkana has appointed Molly Riley as its new Executive Director, the organization’s board of directors announced Sunday. Riley brings more than 10 years of nonprofit experience to the position, most recently serving as Vice President of…
TEXARKANA, Texas–A man accused of molesting a 10-year-old girl he is related to by marriage is facing new charges alleging he possessed images of child sexual abuse, including photos and video he created. Juan Espinosa-Martinez, 36, was charged in mid-December…
The James Black School of Bladesmithing and Historic Trades at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has opened registration for spring through fall 2026 classes at Historic Washington State Park. The non-credit community classes offer hands-on instruction in forging, knife making,…
The City of Texarkana, Texas Public Works Department began pre-treating streets Thursday ahead of expected winter weather this weekend. Crews are focusing first on areas most vulnerable to freezing, including bridges, overpasses, low-lying or hilly sections, and critical emergency routes.…
Texarkana College has renewed its partnership with TexAmericas Center, extending lease agreements that support workforce training facilities in Western Bowie County through 2028. The TC Board of Trustees recently approved two lease renewals: one for the TC@TexAmericas Center training facility…
The Texarkana Homeless Coalition’s annual Bridge City Chili Cook-Off has been rescheduled to Friday, January 30, due to inclement weather. The event was originally planned for January 23. The fundraiser will take place at Downtown First Baptist Church, located at…
Southwestern Electric Power Company is monitoring winter weather forecasted for this weekend that could bring snow, ice and frigid temperatures across its service territory, including the Texarkana area. The utility company is urging customers to prepare now for potential power…
Texas High School sophomore Nirav Neupane has been named the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Texas’ First District, marking his second consecutive victory in the competition. Congressman Nathaniel Moran announced Neupane’s win on Tuesday, recognizing the student…
The Texas Department of Transportation’s Atlanta District will begin brine operations Wednesday in preparation for potential winter weather conditions. Brine operations involve pre-treating roadways with a salt-water solution before freezing precipitation arrives. The preventative measure helps prevent ice from bonding…
