Main Street Texarkana announced that it was one of only two Main Street programs in Arkansas to record an increase in visitors to its downtown district in 2025, according to data from Main Street America’s national office. The announcement comes…
Bowie County has implemented a burn ban prohibiting all outdoor burning due to elevated fire danger conditions. According to information from local authorities, the ban affects all outdoor burning activities in Bowie County, with limited exceptions for burning activities related…
TEXARKANA, Texas – Two Arkansas women accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of fragrances from a Victoria’s Secret store in Texarkana, Texas, in December have been charged in Bowie County with organized retail theft. Javona Shantell Whitmore, 42, and…
A New Boston native has been recognized as one of the nation’s top military service members by the USO. Chief Petty Officer Joseph Hawthorne was named the 2026 USO Sailor of the Year for leading an underwater recovery mission in…
TEXARKANA, Texas — The U.S. Army has awarded a contract to Hadrian Automation Inc. to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Texarkana as part of a modernization effort at Red River Army Depot. The initial contract is valued at $39.2…
DE KALB, Texas–A man arrested earlier this month for allegedly possessing images depicting the sexual abuse of young children was reportedly brought to the attention of law enforcement by his intimate partner. Benjamin Alexander Halsey, 27, was allegedly sleeping in…
The Texarkana Museums System will host “Eggs at the Ace,” a family-friendly Easter event at the historic Ace of Clubs House on March 29, 2026. The event, scheduled for 2 p.m. at the Ace of Clubs House located at 420…
The Texarkana Regional Airport Authority announced that Executive Director Paul Mehrlich will step down from his position effective April 3, 2026, after accepting a leadership opportunity at another airport. Mehrlich has led the airport for more than six years, guiding…
Texarkana Resources for the Disabled, Inc., in partnership with Runnin’ WJ Ranch, will host its annual Pork on a Fork Fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ramage Farms, located at 5600 FM 560,…
Capital Murder Defendant Accused Of Assaulting Jail CO TEXARKANA, Texas–A man facing a capital murder charge in the shooting deathlast year of a dollar store clerk in Maud, Texas, is facing a new assaultcharge for allegedly grabbing the breasts of…
Man Allegedly Brought Viagra, Sex Aids To Meet Up With Minor TEXARKANA, Texas–A 78-year-old man allegedly brought Viagra and a sexualaid with him on Wednesday to a Texarkana house where he believed he wasmeeting an 11-year-old girl for sex. David…
Westside Church of Christ will host a drive-through food distribution on 📅 Saturday, March 21 🕘 9:00 to 10:30 AM (or until all boxes are gone) 📍 524 Sowell Ln, Texarkana, TX Each family will receive one box of food,…
TEXARKANA, Texas–A Texarkana man accused of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old relative and her friend is currently being held in the Bowie County jail without bond. Justin Aaron Powell, 37, was initially arrested by the Texarkana Texas Police Department in April…
Texarkana turned out in full support Wednesday morning as the Hoop Heroes, the Special Olympics basketball team representing Texarkana Resources for the Disabled, were honored with a celebratory parade along East 19th Street. The short but spirited procession brought out…
Social workers from across the region gathered last week at Texas A&M University–Texarkana for a Social Worker Appreciation Luncheon, recognizing the vital role these professionals play in supporting individuals, families, and communities throughout the Four States area. The event was…
