A former correctional officer who had inappropriate contact with an inmate at Texarkana’s federal prison was sentenced to a term of probation this week. Jose Angel Rivas pleaded guilty in May to misprison of a felony, a lesser offense than…
The 72nd Annual Four States Fair & Rodeo will open this Friday, September 9th at 4 p.m. The fair gates will open at 4 p.m. on weekdays, Saturdays at noon and Sundays at 1 p.m. The fair parade will take…
Texarkana, Arkansas City Manager Kenny Haskin has appointed David Fletcher as Chief of the Texarkana, Arkansas Fire Department effective September 1, 2016. Chief Fletcher began his career as a Firefighter with the Texarkana, Arkansas Fire Department in February of 1992.…
The Program for Learning and Community Engagement (PLACE) at Texas A&M University-Texarkana will host actor, writer and director Alejandro Garza for a dramatic workshop and his solo show “Coconut” on Thursday, Sept. 15, in Eagle Hall of the University Center…
A 19-year-old Texarkana man accused of beating a toddler to death in January at his home in Texarkana, Texas, has been found competent to stand trial. [su_survey] Bowie County Assistant District Attorney Kelley Crisp made the announcement Wednesday morning at…
A 37-year-old New Boston, Texas, woman pleaded guilty Wednesday to sexually abusing a 13-year-old boy in 2014. Kimberly Elaine Mitchell pleaded guilty to one count of sexual assault of a child and two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a…
A man reported missing to police was found dead in a church today, according to Arkansas-side police. According to TAPD spokesperson Kristi Bennett, Roland Sullivan, 62, was found in Cornerstone Baptist Church on Union Road. No foul play is suspected…
The 27th annual Opportunities, Inc. Invitational Golf Tournament will be held this Monday, September 12 at Texarkana Country Club, with the tournament draw party Sunday, September 11. Opportunities will welcome former Arkansas Razorbacks basketball coach Nolan Richardson as its special…
Texarkana, here’s your opportunity to tour Texarkana Independent School District’s two new schools. A Come & Go Open House will be held at both campuses on Saturday, September 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Everyone is invited. Waggoner Creek…
Dr. Emily Cutrer, president of Texas A&M University-Texarkana, has announced the appointment of Dr. Del Doughty as dean of the College of Education and Liberal Arts. In this role, Dr. Doughty will be responsible for academic quality and intellectual and…
On September 6th 2016, Detectives with the BI State Narcotics Task Force received information concerning a possible marijuana grow operation in Miller County, AR. During the investigation, detectives learned that Michael Harrell w/m, who lives on Miller County Road 469,…
It’s that time of the year again. Time to get your blankets, chairs, and family ready to enjoy a movie at the park. Movies in the Park will kick off October 6th with the showing of Jungle Book. Showtime will…
You may picture the busy streets and bright screens of Times Square in New York City when you hear the words “Flash Mob,” but on Saturday, October 29th, Texarkana will have its very first Thriller Flash Mob performing in Downtown…
The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department released the following information concerning traffic, safety, and security measures planned by the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department and Fairgrounds security for the 2016 Fair: It is recommended non fair traffic avoid Four States Parkway Drive(…
An accident between a semi-truck and a train has Rondo Rd. closed just east of Highway 67. The accident happened just after 8:30 a.m. when the semi-truck was hit by a train while attempting to cross the tracks on Rondo…
