Author: Jeff Easterling

The Miller County 4-H program is once again spreading holiday cheer with its annual Santas for Seniors initiative, offering the community a meaningful way to brighten the season for residents in a local Arkansas care facility.

One of Texarkana’s longest-running holiday traditions returns on Sunday, November 30, as the Texarkana Toys for Tots Parade 2025 rolls out to bring cheer, toys, and community spirit to local children. The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. at Central Mall, 2400 Richmond Road, and will follow a large citywide route before returning to the mall for gift drop-offs.

A powerful evening of sacred music and Christmas inspiration is set for Thursday, December 11, as The Muses present their Advent concert, “All Bells in Paradise,” at 7:00 p.m. The performance will take place at First Presbyterian Church, located at 516 Pecan Street in Texarkana, Arkansas.

Texarkana Texas Police arrested three teenagers early Sunday morning following a shooting incident at an apartment complex on Stoneledge Drive. The call came in around 4:30 a.m. reporting shots fired, prompting officers to respond quickly to the area.

We love weekends in Texarkana! Thanks to our partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club we have the list of the best entertainment in town the weekend of November 14 & 15.

Downtown Texarkana will come alive this Saturday, November 15, as Cosmic Crossroads returns to East Broad Street on the Arkansas side for a full day of music, art, food, and community celebration. The festival runs from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., transforming downtown into an immersive creative playground that celebrates everything unique about the twin cities.

The lights, music, and magic of the season will roll into town later this month as the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train makes its return stop in Texarkana. The decorated train will arrive at the West 4th Street railroad crossing at 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, November 30, bringing a free, family-friendly show headlined by Smash Mouth.

Some are calling it the weekend before winter, but there is a bunch of hot entertainment in Texarkana the weekend of November 7 & 8. Thanks to our community partners at Whiskey River Country Club and Tony Langford Roofing, here is the list of fun!

Harvest Regional Food Bank will host a citywide, multi-site food distribution on Thursday, November 6, to help meet immediate hunger relief needs for residents across the Texarkana area.

The City of Texarkana, Texas is celebrating a century of civic pride as its historic City Hall turns 100 years old. The public is invited to join the celebration on Monday, November 10, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at City Hall, located at 220 Texas Boulevard.

The Junior League of Texarkana is kicking off the holiday season in style with Mistletoe & Mimosas, a special part of the annual Mistletoe Market shopping event. The celebration happens Friday, November 21, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon, and promises a festive morning of fun, fashion, and philanthropy.

After more than 15 years serving Texarkana residents, the Fuzzy’s Taco Shop located at Texas Boulevard and Stateline Avenue has officially closed its doors.

It’s Halloween Weekend and there is a bunch of fun in Texarkana! Thanks to our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club here is a list of live music and more for October 31 and November 1.

Whiskey River Country Club is set to light up Saturday night, November 1, with the powerhouse sound of Texas country artist Trent Cowie. The show kicks off at 10 p.m., promising a high-energy night of real-deal country music with a rock ’n’ roll edge.

A beloved Texarkana holiday tradition is returning once again this December. The annual Drive-Thru Live Nativity at First Assembly of God – Lighthouse Ministries will take place December 5, 6, and 7, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each evening at 3401 W. 7th Street.

Welcome to another weekend full of entertainment in Texarkana. Thanks to our friends at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club here is the rundown of the best live music for the weekend of October 24 & 25.

Get ready to do the Time Warp again! The Historic Perot Theatre in downtown Texarkana will host a special 50th Anniversary screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Friday, October 31, at 8:00 p.m.

A routine traffic stop early Wednesday morning led to the arrest of a Texarkana man on multiple drug and firearm charges, according to the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department.

Texarkana is fully embracing the arrival of autumn and Halloween this year, and the calendar is packed with family-fun festivals, trunk-or-treats, outdoor games, live music and more. Whether you’re looking for something light and kid-friendly or a night out downtown, there’s something for everyone. Here are more than a dozen events to mark on your calendar.

Our weekend forecast is for some great live entertainment in Texarkana. Thanks to our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club we have a list of the best things to do the weekend of October 17 & 18.

Get ready for a night of rock ’n’ roll nostalgia and hometown history as Todd Herendeen and The Band take the stage for their Elvis and Friends show at the Historic Municipal Auditorium in Texarkana, Arkansas, on Saturday, October 25.

The City of Texarkana, Texas will host the 9th Annual Bark at the Park event on Saturday, November 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Kylee Sullivan Dog Park, located inside Spring Lake Park near the Mall Drive entrance.

After more than three decades, an arrest has been made in the 1991 murder of Billie Jean Letterman in Miller County. Sheriff Wayne Easley announced that Michael Letterman has been arrested and charged with Murder in the First Degree in connection with the case.

The Pleasant Grove Independent School District Board of Trustees has officially appointed Jeremy “Jake” Klar as the district’s new Police Chief. Klar brings over two decades of law enforcement experience and a proven record of leadership, most recently serving as a Police Sergeant with the Texarkana Texas Police Department in both the Patrol and Criminal Investigation Divisions.

There is so much fun to be had in Texarkana this weekend, and thanks to our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club we have the list of entertainment for you!

Families across the Texarkana area are invited to experience what Scouting is all about at Cub Fun Day – Heroes & Helpers, happening Saturday, October 11th from 9 AM to 12 PM with the Caddo Area Council.

The community will come together on Saturday, November 8, for the annual Texarkana Veterans Day Parade and Extravaganza, a full day of celebration honoring local veterans and their families. This year’s event is dedicated in memory of Lt. Colonel Don Ruggles, recognizing his service and legacy in the region.

Tonight, neighbors across Texarkana will be gathering for National Night Out, an annual event that brings communities together with local law enforcement, firefighters, and city officials to strengthen neighborhood spirit and promote safety awareness.

Some great live entertainment is lined up the weekend of October 3 & 4 in Texarkana. Our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club bring you this list. Get out and have some fun this weekend.

A Texarkana therapeutic riding center has received a life-changing donation of $240,000 from the estate of a southwest Arkansas couple who had a deep love for children, horses, and the mission of Runnin’ WJ Ranch.