Author: Jeff Easterling

Texarkana residents will have the chance to take home a free tree seedling as the Keep Texarkana Beautiful group hosts its 11th annual Arbor Day event on Saturday, March 1st. The drive-thru giveaway will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.—or until all seedlings are gone—at the designated pick-up location near the Rotary Splash Pad entrance entering from Texarkana’s Mall Drive.

Get ready to let the good times roll as Texarkana gears up for its 2025 Mardi Gras Celebration, “Beads on Broad,” set to take place on Saturday, March 1st. This free, family-friendly event promises a full day of festivities, bringing the community together with live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and an exciting parade led by Texarkana Harley-Davidson riders.

Brrr, it sure has been cold, but next week we will be back in the 70s. This weekend will warm you up too with some great entertainment. We have the rundown of who is where thanks to Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club.

Texarkana is set to experience an unforgettable evening of Irish music, dance, and storytelling as A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation makes its way to the Historic Perot Theatre on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 7:30 PM.

Get ready for a wild ride as the 11th Annual Four States Ultimate Challenge Professional Bull Riding Shootout storms into the Four States Fairgrounds Arena on Saturday, February 15, at 7 p.m.

Our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club want you to get out and have a good time in Texarkana this Valentine’s weekend. Here is a rundown of live entertainment for February 14 & 15.

Country music fans, get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time as Kin Faux takes the stage at Whiskey River Country Club on Saturday, February 15. Known for their electrifying performances and signature blend of Texas/Red Dirt Country, this San Antonio-based band promises a night of high-energy entertainment and top-tier musicianship.

Get ready to fire up your taste buds because Texarkana College’s Truman Arnold Center will be the hottest spot in town this weekend! The 25th Annual Chili Cook-Off is back on February 14; this year, it’s bringing some Cajun flair with the 1st Annual Gumbo Cook-Off.

A former Blevins School District counselor has been arrested following a three-month investigation into multiple criminal offenses involving minors.

Texarkana, get ready for a night of grit, adrenaline, and outlaw country! Cody Cooke & The Bayou Outlaws are bringing their rowdy, hard-hitting sound to the Four States Fairgrounds in Texarkana, Arkansas, this Saturday, February 15, as part of the Four States Ultimate Bull Ride Challenge.

A beloved local tradition is rolling back into town as the 7th Annual Wagons for Veterans event is set for Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Four States Fairgrounds. Hosted by the Vietnam Veterans of America, Texarkana Area Chapter #278, this fundraiser aims to support local disabled and needy veterans of all eras.

Police are searching for a suspect involved in a Saturday night shooting at an apartment complex in the 1400 block of Richmond Road.

Looking to have some fun this weekend? Better enjoy it before next week’s rain. Here is a rundown of live entertainment for this weekend from our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club!

The Red River Army Depot (RRAD) marked a significant milestone with the completion of two major renovation projects, aimed at enhancing its ability to maintain and repair military vehicles efficiently.

A juvenile is in custody following a tense situation at Texarkana Regional Airport this morning. Authorities say the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department (TAPD) responded to a disturbance call at the airport and found the individual armed with a long gun.

Authorities with the Texarkana Texas Police Department apprehended a murder suspect from Little Rock on Friday, January 31, following a swift operation at a local hotel.

The Twin City Black History Association will mark a significant milestone as it hosts the 30th Annual Citywide Church Service on Thursday, February 6, at 7:00 p.m. The service will take place at Polly Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2123 Spruce Street in Texarkana, Texas.

Get out and have some fun this weekend! Thanks to Langford Roofing Company and Whiskey River Country Club here is your list of live music in Texarkana this weekend.

Music lovers are in for a soul-stirring evening as Soulfest takes center stage on Tuesday, February 4, at the Texarkana College Great Room in the Truman Arnold Center. This annual celebration of music, hosted by the Texarkana Regional Chorale, promises an unforgettable night of powerful performances.

If you have an outstanding warrant from the Texarkana, Texas Municipal Court, now is the time to take care of it. The court has announced its Amnesty Program, running from Monday, February 3, through Thursday, April 17, 2025.

The Salvation Army Texarkana Women’s Auxiliary is bringing back its beloved Stone Soup Luncheon, set to take place on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at 400 E. 6th Street in Texarkana, Arkansas.

If you have an outstanding warrant in Texarkana, now is the time to take action. The Texarkana Arkansas District Court is offering an Amnesty Program that allows individuals to clear their warrants while saving $350 in additional fees.

Get ready for a wild ride as the 11th Annual Four States Ultimate Challenge Professional Bull Riding Shootout storms into the Four States Fairgrounds Arena on Saturday, February 15, at 7 p.m.

The Twin City Black History Association (TCBHA) is set to celebrate Black History Month with its annual Black History Parade on Saturday, February 22, 2025, in downtown Texarkana. This year’s theme, “We Are One, Education is Our Priority!”, highlights the importance of unity and learning in the community.

A 69-year-old registered sex offender was arrested this morning after an investigation uncovered hundreds of files of suspected child pornography uploaded to a Google Drive account traced to Texarkana.

Get out and have some fun this weekend before the rain sets in next week. Here is a rundown of live music and more in Texarkana for January 24 & 25, thanks to Tony Langford Roofing Company, and Whiskey River Country Club.

A semi-truck overturned at the intersection of St. Michael Road and Richmond Road earlier today, causing significant traffic disruptions in the area.

Two of Motown’s most legendary groups, The Temptations and The Four Tops, are set to take the stage at the Historic Perot Theatre on Saturday, February 1, delivering an unforgettable night of classic hits and timeless soul.

Texarkana’s Whiskey River Country Club is set to host rising country star Payton Howie on Saturday, February 1, in what promises to be an unforgettable night of live music.

Texarkana police arrested 45-year-old Jeffrey Troxel on Friday night after he allegedly attacked an officer during a tense encounter on W. 11th Street.