It is going to be another pretty weekend in Texarkana, and again there is always something fun to do. We run down a few of the local events happening this weekend and live music around town.
Author: Jeff Easterling
Jeff Easterling
After more than 40 years with commercial broadcasting, I decided to do my own thing by blogging, and taking "unconsultant" gigs. It affords me the ability to stay super involved in the community, but still, have plenty of time with my 3 granddaughters and other projects.
Saturday, November 6 at Crossties in downtown Texarkana with a hard-driving southern rock show like this town ain’t never seen when Black Top Mojo takes the stage, with bands Post Profit and Factory. DO NOT MISS THIS!
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is now open for Spring 2022 registration. They’ve got some great programs to get you on the fast track to a career as a teacher, some new technical certificate and degree programs, and more.
The Bowie County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that 3 people died in a fiery explosion inside a barn in Bowie County. The three victims were identified as Steven Granbery, 60 years of age, Cynthia Granbery 55 years of age, and William Barnes 65 years of age, all of Simms, Texas.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department reports that Keuntae McElroy, 21, has now been officially charged with one count of murder, and nine counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. Bond is set at almost $2,000,000.
The Texarkana Community Ballet will present the 30th Anniversary of the Nutcracker Ballet on Friday, December 3, Saturday, December 4, and Sunday, December 5, 2021. Tickets are on sale now.
The Texarkana Texas Police have identified the victim in a fatal shooting at a Texarkana Halloween party as Javon Gooden, of Texarkana, Texas. Injured victims range in age from 15 to 23 years old. Keuntae McElroy, 21, of Texarkana, Arkansas is facing a charge of Murder and nine charges of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
We are enjoying a vibrant and growing Hispanic community in Texarkana. Different than Halloween, The Mexican “Dia de Los Muertos” is a celebration of life and death. Originating in Mexico thousands of years ago, here is a little more to understanding “The Day of the Dead”.
Country music star and East Texas Native, Neal McCoy, will perform at Crossties Event Center on Friday, November 5, in downtown Texarkana, Arkansas. Tickets are available NOW!
There is so much history in the Ark-La-Tex, and much of it is displayed by reenactors through programs at the Historic Old Washington Park. Coming up November 5, 2021, it is a day of reenactment of a “Town in Conflict”.
Texarkana Texas Police report that Keuntae McElroy, 21, of Texarkana Arkansas turned himself in to police for the shooting incident at the Halloween Party that was being held at Octavia’s Event Center Saturday night.
Sunday, October 31 has a number of “Trunk or Treat” events scheduled at local churches, these are the ones we got notifications for in Texarkana, plus you still got “Trick or Treating”.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department has provided us with more details about the mass shooting at a Halloween Event at Octavia’s Event Center on Texas Boulevard. One 20-year-old man has died from his wounds.
Updated Information – https://bit.ly/3w06R19 Texarkana Texas Police Report that at least nine people were shot at a Halloween Party just after midnight on October 31. One of the victims is reported in critical condition.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department arrested Everick Monk, 58, of McNeil, Arkansas, on multiple charges and he may face additional charges. Monk is currently in jail with bail set at $175,000.
It’s Halloween weekend in Texarkana. With Halloween falling on a Sunday this year, most parties, costume contests, and whatnot for adults will be Friday and Saturday nights, but there are some Trunk or Treats scheduled for the kids on Saturday and Sunday also.
The Texarkana Arkansas Police report that Cornell Brown, 30, of Memphis has been arrested by U.S. Marshalls on an outstanding Capital Murder warrant. Brown will be extradited back to Texarkana to face charges.
Miller County is mourning today the loss of Assistant Chief Lucas Stephenson of the Mandeville, Arkansas Fire Department. Stephenson died in a vehicle crash while responding to a call Tuesday night. He was 25-years-old.
Planned work on the KCS Railroad Bridge will cause some nighttime eastbound lane closures on Wednesday, October 27, and Thursday, October 28 from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department has released more information on the altercation that led to the shooting death of Ulises Martinez, 17. Brothers Kamorion and Kieran Meachem are charged with the homicide that happened yesterday afternoon on Sidney Drive. Both are being held on one million dollar bonds.
Halloween, another excuse to party. So, that means that there is always a little bit of competition for the “best party” title. Here are a few of the events happening for the Spook-tacular Halloween 2021 weekend.
Congratulations to David Orr, our new Texarkana Texas City Manager. David has been with the City since 2009. David has been our acting City Manager since Ms. Shirley retired earlier this year.
A shooting incident occurred near the intersection of Moores Lane and Sidney Street earlier today that sent the Pleasant Grove Middle School into Lockdown. The shooting suspect was arrested and the lockdown was lifted.
We had a great opportunity to visit with the organizers of the second annual “Universal Vibe Music, Wellness & Arts Festival” being held on E. Front Street downtown on Saturday, October, 23. This is a free event for the public and something for people of all ages.
We love our local talent and they will be showing off all over town this Friday and Saturday. We want to rundown where you can find your favorite live music. There are also some really special events taking place this Saturday we want to share.
The 37th Annual Main Street Texarkana downtown Christmas Parade will happen at 7:00 pm in downtown Texarkana on Monday, December 6, 2021. The theme for this year’s parade will be “The 12 Days of Christmas” and all parade entries must be lighted.
Be sure to pass this on, the Texarkana Area Veteran’s Council will be hosting the 2021 Veteran’s Day Parade in downtown Texarkana on Saturday, November 13. The theme for this year is “Welcome Home Afghanistan Veterans”.
The Texarkana Museums System and the Texarkana Music Teachers Association have teamed up to present two great events in downtown Texarkana to celebrate Scott Joplin and Ragtime Music.
Are these the screams of the Fouke Monster, a bigfoot, sasquatch… coyotes, or what? These recordings were captured by Bigfoot Researcher, Bob Truskowski near Fouke Arkansas in Miller County.
Halloween is already spooky, but why not amp it up with a campout in Boggy Creek bottoms, home to the legendary Fouke Monster. This event is October 29 – 31 and is a lot of fun. Campsites are free of charge but are on a first come first serve basis, so be quick and reserve your space now.