The Junior League of Texarkana will be hosting their first “Toss for a Cause – Cornhole Tournament” on Sunday, February 27 at Crossties in downtown Texarkana for some really great causes and some big money cash prizes.
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.
Our Texarkana area law enforcement agencies will be welcoming a very special honorary officer on Thursday, February 24 in front of the downtown Federal Building. 10-year-old Devarjaye “D.J.” Daniel is battling terminal brain and spine cancer and originally set out to become an honorary officer of 100 law enforcement agencies. As DJ’s story spread on social media, law enforcement agencies from all over the state of Texas reached out to DJ’s father, Theodis Daniel has taken his son’s mission to join 100 agencies seriously and expected it to take a while, but when D.J. adds the 6 local agencies welcoming…
This Friday afternoon from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in downtown Texarkana at the corner of 3rd Street and Hazel, it is the annual “Bridge City Chili Cookoff hosted by the Texarkana Homeless Coalition. This is one of what we refer to as “The Big 3” for Chili Cookoffs in Texarkana.
A Fouke, Arkansas couple pled guilty in McCurtain County District Court and also pled guilty in Miller County District Court in Arkansas on Wildlife Charges including illegally killing deer and bear. They paid fines totaling $9,841.
Texarkana Police report that there has been a recent rise in catalytic converter thefts in our area, and in broad daylight in heavily-trafficked areas. Some areas hit have included gym and movie theatre parking lots.
Some great live music this weekend including big-time recording stars, Lorrie Morgan at Crossties, and Collin Raye at Whiskey River. Here is the list of what has been submitted…
Country recording star Easton Corbin returns to downtown Texarkana on Friday, April 1 at Crossties. Tickets are on sale now.
Lots of reasons for the special Collin Raye show this Friday night, February 18 at Whiskey River Country in Texarkana. Raye shares how this came together in this video.
Recording star, and somewhat local boy, Collin Raye and his band the Riff Raff will be performing at Whiskey River Country in Texarkana Arkansas on Friday, February 18.
We love pancakes, just LOVE’EM! On Saturday, March 5, 2022, from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm come get your fill of pancakes, eggs, sausage, and more at the Truman Arnold Center at Texarkana College.
The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department has identified as Willie James Ross, 80, of Texarkana Arkansas. It has been reported that Mr. Ross had been walking down the tracks when he was struck and died from his injuries.
These little folks work really hard to put on an awesome show big enough that wrestling fans will never forget it. Catch the Micro Mania Midget Wrestling Tour at Crossties in downtown Texarkana on Thursday, February 24, 2022.
The 4th Annual “Wagons for Vets” Chuckwagon gathering takes place at the Four States Fairgrounds in Texarkana, Arkansas on Saturday, March 12, 2022. For those that love history, super nice people, and really good food, this event is a whole lot of fun.
The Bowie County Sheriff’s Office reports that Floyd Glenn Rush. 74, has died from injuries sustained in an overnight residential fire in the 7000 block of Hwy 59. Foul play is not suspected.
In this week’s episode of the Texarkana Talks Podcast, a visit with Cody Howard, Executive Director of Mission Texarkana and Church Under the Bridge, and Vashil Fernandez our Texarkana Texas Director of Planning and Community Development and head of the Texarkana Homeless Coalition.
A District Judge has issued a court order releasing the identity of a juvenile murder suspect identity to assist in efforts to capture the suspect accused of killing Deangelo Handy and Rickalon Young, and injuring another 17-year-old male at the Oaks at Rosehill Apartments. Police are searching for Kevonte Collins, 17.
Most folks have some sort of plan for Super Bowl Sunday, but if you’re making plans to get out this weekend here is quite a list of events and live music in Texarkana this weekend.
There is a new Executive Director for the Texarkana Animal Care & Adoption Center, Lenor Teague. Lenor has hired new staff and is seeking input from the community. Contact the center at 870.773.6388.
We had the opportunity to visit Turkey Creek Company in Texarkana Arkansas, home to one of the largest herds of Water Buffalo in North America. The milk these buffalo produce is white gold to dairy farmers, for real Mozzarella cheese.
Peak Fighting’s PF:17 made a thunderous return to the Texarkana Arkansas Convention Center on Saturday, February 5 with a night full of professional MMA. A couple of amateur debuts, pro debuts, title fights, here are the results.
February 4 & 5 is a really busy weekend in Texarkana with events, activities, live music, and more. From professional MMA to High School Rodeo, and two days of the AKC All-Breed Dog Show.
A Texarkana Texas woman has been arrested and charged with Publishing Intimate Visual Material. a state jail felony. She turned herself into authorities and was released after posting a $10,000 bond.
We are getting reports that the Texas High Tigers and the Arkansas High Razorbacks will not be playing each other in the annual rivalry football game in the 2022 and 2023 Football Seasons. A rivalry that dates 100 years.
The Art on the Line Juried Art Show begins Saturday, February 5 at the 1894 Gallery in downtown Texarkana. Over 90 pieces will be displayed in person and online. We talked to Ms. Debbie for some more information.
We are told that no two storm systems are the same, and we are hoping that is the case with the conditions coming together for another widespread winter event. So far forecasts have the most activity to the West and North of Texarkana, but we are now included in the Winter Advisory.
The Texarkana Texas Police are searching for John Easley, 43. He is suspected of running his estranged wife over with a pick-up truck. Easley also has an outstanding warrant for Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Duty to Register.
In Episode 5, Jesse & Jeff visit Derrick Keener, local comedian, air-personality, mentor, influencer, and more. As much as Derrick travels, Texarkana is home, and he is extremely active in our local community, and today we get to learn more about the man.
Lorrie Morgan will appear at Crossties in downtown Texarkana on Friday, February 18. Singer, Songwriter, Author, Mother, member of the Grand Old Opry, Morgan is launching her first new solo album in five years with a special up-close show.
Red Dirt Outlaw Stoney Larue returns to Texarkana on Friday, March 4, 2022, performing on the big stage at 67 Landing. Tickets are on sale now.
Great news for dog lovers, the AKC All-Breed Dog Show returns to the Four States Fairgrounds on Saturday, February 5, and Sunday, February 6 in Texarkana, Arkansas. There are already over 1,100 dogs representing 120 breeds are registered for the show. This event is free for spectators.