The month of April is National Autism Awareness Month, with April 2 being “World Autism Awareness Day”. The United Nations General Assembly declared April 2nd as World Autism Awareness day in 2008 to draw attention to the growing need for innovative programs designed to support those with autism… #WAAD.
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.
The Big Bass anglers are coming to Texarkana, as some of the top touring pros will be in town participating in this event scheduled for April 22 thru 24 at Wright Patman Lake with weigh-ins at the Texarkana Texas Convention Center.
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has its annual Community Fish Fry coming up on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Delicious fried fish, or Tyson chicken, with all the trimmings only $10, and it supports the UAHT Foundation. Though many mandates have eased, this will again be a drive-thru event.
Police Departments across East and North Texas are warning the public about dangerous street drugs possibly laced with fentanyl. Just today the Texarkana Texas Police Department reported three overdoses. Here is what we know.
Southwest Center, located at 3222 W. 7th Street, will be set up as a vaccination site on Monday, April 11, offering those over the age of 18 the Moderna Vaccination. The shots are free but appointments must be made in advance. Here is the information.
“Enchanted Garden” is the theme for the 2021 Daddy Daughter Dance to benefit Mission Texarkana. The third annual Daddy Daughter Dance will be at Crossties on Broad Street in downtown Texarkana on Friday, June 11. Tickets are limited and available NOW!
The Texarkana Arkansas City Manager, Dr. Kenny Haskins, has announced that Kristi Bennett is the new Chief of Police for the TAPD. Making her the first female Police Chief in the city.
Registration is open for those wanting to get in for the money with the Runnin’ WJ Big Bass Round-up happening May 8 on Wright Patman Lake. Thousands of dollars in prize money with guaranteed payouts. Register now!
The Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off 2021 will take place on Saturday, April 17. This is a great opportunity for non-profits, civic organizations, churches, or individuals to help clean up Texas roadways.
Though all are still being very cautious with the pandemic, there are many area churches, community groups, and civic organizations planning activities around Easter this year. We want to share some of the events here.
TTPD reports that a fatal motorcycle accident has occurred on New Boston Road and taken the life of a local biker, Charles Kissinger, 36, died after colliding with a pick-up truck that had pulled into his path. Our prayers for all involved.
Coming up on April 1, 2021, it’s the second annual “Blues Fool Festival” at the Texarkana Arkansas Convention Center with some great talent lined up. A celebration of laughter, the love of the blues, good food, good people, and good times!
The Texarkana Texas Police Department reports that the SWAT team had to be called in after a stand-off with Andrew Brown, 40, of Texarkana, Texas. Brown eventually surrendered to authorities and was charged with Assault-Family Violence.
March 29, 2021, is a National Day of recognition to all who served in the Vietnam War. Texarkana’s Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #278 will be hosting a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the war at 6:00 pm on Monday, March 29 recognizing and honoring all who served.
With both Texas and Arkansas opening available vaccinations to all, we have a list of local clinics and pharmacies that are providing vaccines. Call the locations to verify which vaccine they have, and make your appointment.
Have you found one of the special eggs with scannable QR codes hidden in local parks, family-friendly businesses, and public locations throughout the City of Texarkana? The “Contactless Easter Egg Hunt” only takes a smartphone and transportation!
The 2021 Defenders of Liberty Airshow will happen at Barksdale A.F.B. on May 8 & 9 at the base in Bossier City. This event is one of the most enjoyed in all of the Ark-La-Tex, and after last year, 2021 will be bigger and better than ever.
Texas Game Wardens are currently accepting applications for summer internships. All applications are due by March 26th. Many former interns from over the years have turned into cadets, field wardens, recruiters, lieutenants, and captains. Why not you?
The pandemic got us last year, but in 2021 we are proud to be a part of the 76th Annual Four States Fair & Rodeo. This year the theme is “What a Ride”… yes it has been. Here is what we can look forward to this year.
Texarkana Arkansas Police had originally charged Jason Stewart, 18, with domestic battery in the first degree for the shooting of 20-year-old Kayla Keatts. The victim succumbed to her injuries and charges have now been upgraded to Murder.
For many families, the dying of the Easter eggs is a huge deal. For me, it is the powerful smell of vinegar and stains that take me back to my childhood. We were looking at the many different and very creative ways others have come up with to decorate their Easter eggs and wanted to share.
UPDATE: 3/17 – 7PM – SUSPECT IN CUSTODY The Texarkana Arkansas Police are searching for Jason Stewart Jr, 18, of Texarkana, AR. Stewart is wanted for Domestic Battery in the First Degree in the investigation of a shooting that left a 20-year-old woman in critical condition.
The Texarkana Texas Joint Operations Center has been providing accurate and up-to-date COVID information for callers to the hotline. With steady dropping numbers locally, the number will be discontinued on March 22, 2021.
Crossties breaks the rock’n’roll seal with 80’s glam tribute band LA Roxx in March but brings in the 90’s and 2000s huge with Buckcherry and Hinder in June. Just part of the many big shows planned for downtown Texarkana.
The Texas Special Children’s Projects organization has planned a drive-thru event for 2021. This takes place this Saturday, March 20 at the McKnight Center Parking lot at 4132 McKnight Rd in Texarkana, Texas. The event will be from 10 am to 2 pm.
On Saturday, March 27, at Crossties in downtown Texarkana, what many call the World’s Greatest Glam Rock Tribute Band, L.A. Roxx will take the stage and rock your face off with the biggest hits from your favorite hair bands of the 80s. Don’t miss this show!
A lot of hard work has really taken place in the forest around Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas. The City maintains the Wilderness Trail at Bringle Park, but inside the trail, there are dozens of Mountain Bike trails for riders of all skill levels.
It’s time to tee off with Harvest Regional Food Bank as they hold they host their Inaugural Drive Out Hunger Golf Tournament Fundraiser on Monday, May 17th at Northridge Country Club in Texarkana.
Wadley Regional Medical Center was listed among the many clients of Silicon Valley startup, Verkada Inc. that hackers claim to have breached the live feeds of 150,000 security cameras in hospitals, jails, and even schools. The hackers claim to have also downloaded all of the data stored by Verdaka Inc.. We reached out to Wadley Hospital for comment.
With so much going on, the Easter Bunny could use a helping-hand delivering those special eggs this year. That’s where the Friends for a Cause Foundation has stepped up to make sure those eggs are hidden when the little ones wake up on Easter Morning.