Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Coming To Spring Lake Park In Texarkana
The TXK Pokémon GO Community will host GO Fest Global 2026 at Spring Lake Park on July 11-12, with Mega Mewtwo raids and the worldwide event free for all players for the first time.
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Texarkana native Zack Fischer wins first Korn Ferry Tour title
Zack Fischer, born in Texarkana, won his first Korn Ferry Tour title Sunday at the inaugural OccuNet Classic in Amarillo — a breakthrough in his 16th year as a pro.
Twin Cities Softball League Wraps Up Season With Heartfelt Closing Ceremonies at Karrh Park
The Twin Cities Softball League closed out a successful first season Monday evening with a community‑wide celebration at William Karrh Park, bringing together players, coaches, families, and supporters for a night filled with recognition, pride, and plenty of softball spirit.…
Local Youth Aim For Success During Trap Season
Throughout the spring season, an assortment of sports happen at once, but one that’s often overlooked is trap shooting. At many ArkLaTex schools, students can practice marksmanship and gun safety through their trap shooting teams, while also creating friendly environments…
Texas High School Celebrates Six Tiger Athletes on Spring Signing Day
Texas High School proudly celebrated the achievements of six outstanding student-athletes during the school’s Spring Signing Day ceremony held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The event marked an exciting milestone as these athletes signed their letters of intent to continue…
Texarkana ISD Coaches Earn Prestigious “Texas 50” Recognition
In Texas, football is more than a game, it’s a tradition built on teamwork, discipline, and the quiet leadership that happens behind the scenes. This year, two Texarkana ISD coaches are being recognized for embodying that very thing. Texarkana ISD…
Hoop Heroes Celebrated With Community Parade and Pep Rally as Team Heads to State
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…
Arkansas High’s Razorback Wrestlers Shine At State Conference
In only its third year, Arkansas High School’s wrestling team has already built a historic record. Under the leadership of Coach Todd Crumb, the program made headlines last year when Addison Girley became the overall Girls’ State Champion. This season,…
A&M-Texarkana Hires Joshua Eargle as Inaugural Football Coach
Texas A&M University–Texarkana is proud to announce the hiring of Joshua Eargle as the head coach of the University’s new football program. This landmark hire marks a major milestone as the university begins recruiting immediately to play its inaugural football…
Texarkana ISD Celebrates 6 Outstanding Athletes on Fall Signing Day
Texarkana Independent School District (TISD) proudly celebrated the remarkable achievements of six exceptional student-athletes during the district’s Fall Signing Day ceremony held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The event, filled with pride and excitement, marked a pivotal milestone as these…
Red River HoopFest Returns to Texarkana
The City of Texarkana, Texas Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with Visit TXK, proudly announces the 5th Annual Red River HoopFest, a premier high-school basketball showcase, set for Friday, December 5th (4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) and Saturday, December…
Texarkana Resident Named to OKC Thunder’s 2025–26 Entertainment Team
The Oklahoma City Thunder has announced its 2025–26 Thunder Drummers and Storm Chasers rosters, featuring performers from across the country. Among those selected is Kacy Harvey of Texarkana, joining the Thunder Drummers lineup for the upcoming NBA season. Thunder Drummers…
Texarkana’s Black Mambas Prove That Heart, Hustle, and Family Win Big
The Black Mambas are a family-owned track group with the goal of letting local youth experience what the sport has to offer. Since their formation in 2020, the team has competed every year at the Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympics.…
A&M–Texarkana Athletics Welcomes New Sports and Coaching Talent at Campus Press Conference
The Texas A&M University–Texarkana Athletic Department officially introduced its newest sports programs and head coaches during a press conference held Thursday, July 10, inside the Patterson Student Center on the A&M–Texarkana campus. University President Dr. Ross Alexander and Director of…
Two A&M-Texarkana Student Athletes Receive Conference Award as Character Athletes of the Year
The Red River Athletic Conference has announced that two A&M-Texarkana student athletes have been named as the 2024-25 Red River Athletic Conference Etier Character Athletes of the Year. The conference announced that seniors Baylee Stautzenberger and Jonathan Rios won the…