In Tuesday’s Miller County Primary Run-off election for Sheriff between Stephen Ward and Wayne Easley, final vote numbers indicate that with 1,816 votes to 1,265 votes, Wayne Easley is the new Sheriff of Miller County Arkansas.
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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.
Texarkana Texas Police report that Shaun Paxton, 42, is suspected of murdering his father, and seriously injuring his mother on Father’s Day has had a bond set at $1,000,000 for the death of Michael Paxton, 65, and $250,000 for the Aggravated Assualt on his mother, Debbie Paxton, 65.
The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department reports that Trenkale Brunson, 29, has been arrested and charged with Murder in the 1st Degree, Possession of a Firearm by Certain Persons, and Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm from a Vehicle.
This week, early in the mornings, before sunrise you can witness a large “Parade of Planets” in the Southeast sky just above the horizon. Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will line up with the moon, and with a really good telescope on the 24th… Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto are cool to see also.
The Texarkana Arkansas Police are searching for Trenkale Brunson, 29, of Texarkana, Arkansas. He is wanted for Murder in the 1st Degree, Possession of a Firearm by Certain Persons, and Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm from a Vehicle. If you have any information about this crime, please call the Criminal Investigation Division at 903-798-3130 or Crime Stoppers at 903-798-7867.
Wadley Regional Medical Center has been nationally recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for its continued commitment to providing high-quality stroke care.
A very tragic start to Father’s Day in Texarkana Texas. Shaun Paxton, 42, has been arrested in connection to the murder of his father, and his mother is currently in critical condition. Police are on the scene at Skyline Drive investigating.
Four local high school graduates were recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to attend college from the Greater Texarkana Young Professionals organization. The four winners were KeeYonece Butler of Arkansas High School, Nistha Neupane from Pleasant Grove High School, Gavin Bailey from James Bowie High School, and Madison Whatley from Genoa Central High School.
Is gonna be a super Father’s Day weekend in Texarkana. Some great events and activities are planned for the Juneteenth weekend along with some fantastic live music that involves the Rolling Stones and Elvis!
We had the opportunity to sit down with Aiden Howard about all of his plans for the 2022 Juneteenth Celebration in downtown Texarkana. This Saturday, June 18 beginning at 2:00 pm, events and activities are planned for EVERYBODY!
The window to apply for a 2022 Alligator Hunting Permit in the State of Arkansas is open from June 15, 2022, to midnight June 30, 2022. There are only 43 permits for the entire state to hunt on public lands, including 12 of the permits for Millwood Lake.
There were 1,061 DUI-related deaths in Texas last year. In East Texas alone, there were 331 DUI-alcohol-related crashes resulting in 23 deaths and 51 serious injuries. In Texarkana last year, there were 48 DUI-alcohol-related traffic crashes resulting in six serious injuries. All preventable.
The University of Arkansas has open house events scheduled on both Texarkana and Hope campuses for Fall classes. Registration is strongly encouraged to attend. Here is the information you need to register.
Equality Texarkana will host their 2022 Pride Picnic at Spring Lake Park on Saturday, June 25 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. This is a potluck picnic, so click for more information.
In episode 27 of the Texarkana Talks Podcast local entrepreneurs, Tameka Grady and Douglas Arnold share some secrets to their success in years of promoting Texarkana USA. From the super successful food festivals to the renowned “Soul Sessions”. Check this out.
The Animal Care & Adoption Center in Texarkana Arkansas will be hosting a free pet microchipping event on Saturday, June 25 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Kristi Bennett has submitted her resignation to City Manager Jay Ellington. Bennett’s resignation will be effective on July 6, 2022.
The 2022 Runnin’ WJ Barrel Race will feature, literally thousands of the top barrel racers in the world over 5 days and nights at the Four States Fairground Entertainment Center. Beginning Wednesday, June 8 at 9:00 am. Admission is FREE!
We hate to see the closing of MeoMyo’s Bayou Cafe, but that’s where we are. The eatery announced thru social media that they have decided to close the restaurant permanently.
The Texarkana Dragon Boat Race Festival is back for 2022! This event is so much fun for participants and spectators and is a huge fundraiser for Hands-on Texarkana. The festival kicks off Saturday, June 11 at Bringle Lake beginning at 9:00 am.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department reports that Deryl Utsey Jr., 41, or Texarkana has been arrested and booked into the Bi-State Jail charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department reports that a second suspect has been arrested in the murder of Jermaine Aldridge outside of Chili’s restaurant on December 30, 2020. Calvin Gardner, 32, is currently in Bi-State Jail with a Million Dollar Bond.
Episode 26 of the Texarkana Talks Podcast features Steven Hollibush. Steven is on the Texarkana Arkansas Board of Directors and has the heart to serve. We learn more about the man behind the politics.
The City of Texarkana Arkansas continues the monthly City-wide Cleanups on June 4. The events take place on the first Saturday of each month. Dumpsters will be provided. We have a list of what is and is not accepted.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department reports an arrest in the investigation of the murder of Jermaine Aldridge in the Chili’s parking lot in Texarkana, Texas in December of 2020.
From noon Friday, June 10 until midnight Sunday, June 12 both residents and non-residents can fish Arkansas waterways without a license or trout stamp. We have the details here.
We have some great live music lined up for Texarkana this weekend, with some acts you haven’t seen before, so get out and see these folks! Live music, wrestling, and free fishing day in Texas on Saturday. Here is the list.
This Saturday, June 4 is the perfect time to wet a hook. It’s “Free Fishing Day” in the state of Texas. That means you can fish on any public waters without a fishing license, but bag and size limits still apply so check this out.
Texarkana Arkansas Police have arrested Jeffrey McPherson, 38, of Texarkana Arkansas. McPherson is charged with Murder in the First Degree and Tampering with Evidence. He is currently in the Miller County Jail awaiting his first court appearance.
It was a very nice turnout for the 2022 Memorial Day Service at Hillcrest Cemetery in Texarkana, Texas. There was a nice breeze blowing and it was a very nice ceremony complete with bagpipes, rifles, and bugles.