School professionals and law enforcement officers from across the region are invited to attend the Teach to Prevent Conference, an in-person training event focused on preventing child abuse and neglect. The conference will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025…
There’s been an arrest made in last month’s murder of 21-year-old Jaylen Betts. Over the weekend, 24-year-old Benjamin Brem was taken into custody in Houston on several Texarkana arrest warrants. Detective Casey Schmidt was able to figure out who was…
Texarkana is set to commemorate Juneteenth with a series of vibrant events organized by The Scholars and Sigmas. From gospel performances to basketball tournaments, the community will have multiple opportunities to honor history and celebrate unity. City-Wide Juneteenth Festival –…
The Texarkana USA Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and the Chamber Economic Development Committee (EDC) have formally adopted resolutions urging Congressional leaders to protect and strengthen Red River Army Depot (RRAD). These resolutions add to the growing number…
The City of Texarkana, Texas Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for summer events for the whole community to enjoy. To kick off the summer season, the Rotary Splash Pad will open on Monday, June 2nd and stay open…
The Texarkana Airshow is set to take to the skies for the first time in over 30 years on June 27, 2026 at Texarkana Regional Airport. This event will showcase thrilling aerial performances, including acrobatic displays, formation flying, and military…
Beginning July 1, 2025, major changes are coming to the way Texas handles temporary license plates, as part of a sweeping effort to crack down on fraudulent paper tags. House Bill 718, passed during the 88th Legislative Session in 2023,…
CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System recently hosted its second annual trauma survivors ceremony, recognizing a local teen for his remarkable recovery journey and the healthcare specialists who played important roles. May is National Trauma Survivor Awareness Month. According to the…
Texarkana residents, get ready to embark on a summer filled with stories, creativity, and community fun! The Texarkana Public Library is thrilled to announce its 2025 Summer Reading Program, running from June 2 to July 26, and open to readers…
The deadline to register for summer classes at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) is June 2. Summer I and online summer classes also begin on June 2. Registration is also open for Summer II classes, which begin on July…
The City of Texarkana, Texas, in partnership with the City of Texarkana, Arkansas, is proud to announce the award of a $500,000 Community-Wide Assessment Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Brownfields Program. This significant funding will support the…
Texarkana Funeral Home’s Memorial Day Service brought the community together to honor the brave men and women who lost their lives in service to the United States. Hosted at Chapelwood Cemetery on Kings Highway, the ceremony was a solemn tribute…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced disaster loan assistance for individuals and businesses affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred in Arkansas from April 2 through April 22, 2025. Residents and business owners in the…
TEXARKANA, USA – Residents and visitors alike can expect a packed slate of activities and entertainment this Memorial Day weekend, May 23–25, 2025, as Texarkana rolls out a full lineup of local events, live music, and family fun across both…
Texas A&M University-Texarkana has announced a new partnership with AR-TX REDI (Regional Economic Development Inc.) that will not only benefit AR-TX REDI employees, but also the employees of the companies they recruit as well as individuals who relocate to Texarkana…
