Another group of explorers has made their way through the old Hotel Grim building in downtown Texarkana. The Proper People is a group of folks that make their way around the country exploring old abandoned buildings. Some great video work on this video, but the creepy music… what do you think?
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.
Bowie County Sheriff James Prince has taken to Facebook seeking information regarding the theft of a Winnebago Camper from the Shady Pines RV Center on Highway 67 early this morning.
Some of the best barrel racing in the four states area returns to the Four States Fair & Rodeo arena March 29 to 31 with Better Barrel Races, the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association, and Lucky Dog Productions.
Christopher Dixon, 29 of Hope, Arkansas turned himself into Miller County deputies to face two charges of 1st-degree battery in the investigation of a shooting that occurred in Garland City on Saturday night.
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana will be holding their 2019 Nursing Expo for Employment and Education on April 3, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Texarkana’s leading job placement experts at Express Employment Professionals have listings from the top employers in the Ark-La-Tex. Here is a list of current openings. Be sure to visit their website for even more listings in the region.
Champions for Children of Smith County has recently added the Autism Education and Resources, (AER), program to its programs and services to be able to help all children.
The LEISD Police were able to arrest a student on the LE High School Campus this morning as he attempted to make entry into the school. The student was booked into bi-state on charges of possession of a stolen weapon and carrying a firearm on school property.
The Texarkana Arkansas Police have released details regarding this morning’s bomb scare at the Bi-State Building in downtown Texarkana. After the discovery of a suspicious package, the building was evacuated before 9:00 am and a special Bomb Squad was called in from El Dorado Arkansas.
The annual Salvation Army Women’s Auxillary Stone Soup Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, April 18, 2019, from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm, and will be held at 400 E. 6th Street in downtown Texarkana.
The Texarkana Texas Police are searching for Derrick Sims, Jr. on a felony warrant for Deadly Conduct. Sims allegedly fired multiple shots into an apartment occupied by five children, ranging in age from 3 to 8 years old.
UPDATE: Hanna Rawson has been located. The Bowie County Sheriff’s Office thanks everyone who assisted in getting her information out.
Divinity Biddle just turned 10-years-old and for her birthday she raised $500 and took that money and bought Bibles and everything she needed to make hygiene kits, blankets, socks, mittens, and sweet treats, all because “God told me too”.
The Bowie County Sheriff’s office has released a statement regarding the death of Franklin Brooks Greathouse, 59 of Texarkana Texas. Greathouse was being held at the Bi-State Jail on a warrant out of Miller County.
Whether you are looking for a step up in your chosen career, a change in careers or even if you know someone looking for their first job, we have one of the most extensive employment lists in the area. Take a look, then share.
The 2019 “Wagons for Veterans” is scheduled for March 30 at the Four States Fairgrounds in Texarkana Arkansas. This event is hosted by Vietnam Veterans of America, Texarkana Area Chapter # 278 and benefits area veterans of all eras.
Tornadoes occur all over the world. The most severe Tornadoes seem to happen more often in the United States east of the Rockies in the Spring and Summer months, however severe weather can happen anytime. Here are some tips to keep you safe.
Scouts from all across the Four States Region April 26-28 will meet up at Spring Lake Park for Scout-O-Rama 2019.
Open one year in their location at 4206 Gibson Lane, I hate that it took me so long to stop in and try them, but not only was the “Meatza Pizza” very good but had a fun time while I was there.
Events and activities around the 2019 Jonquil Festival in Old Washington Arkansas take place March 15 to 17. There will be arts, crafts, food, music, historic tours, and entertainment. Country artist Buddy Jewell will be headlining a free concert on Saturday, March 16.
Cigars, ‘Tinis and Tunes is the annual spring fundraiser benefiting the Randy Sams’ Outreach Shelter. Scheduled for April 11th at Silver Star Smokehouse and Saloon. There will be cigars, unlimited martinis, food, an incredible silent auction, and live entertainment.
Looking for work? Wanting a better job? We have a list of some great opportunities in the Texarkana area with our local employment experts at Express Employment Professionals.
We love the historic buildings of downtown Texarkana. One of our favorites, and in better shape than most is Union Station on Front Street. The Safe Squad has been at it again and this time they bring us footage from inside Union Station.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department is looking for Melchor Antonio Labrada Hernandez, 23, after he shot and killed his uncle, Antonio Labrada, 30, with a rifle at a residence in the 2300 block of Summerhill Road early Saturday morning.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department arrested Lamarya Bradley, 54, of Texarkana Texas, for Murder. She is currently being held in the Bi-State Jail with a $1,000,000 bond.
Seems that reports on social media are true and the Sonic Drive-In on New Boston Road has permanently closed.
Texarkana Road Runner stores are supporting our local High Schools with new fuel “Spirit Pumps”. A portion of each sale at Road Runner’s school-branded pumps will be distributed to Arkansas High School, Liberty-Eylau High School, Pleasant Grove High School, and Texas High School.
I was excited to hear that longtime educator and former Texas High Assistant Principal Allen Nance would be inducted into the TISD Hall of Fame during its annual Texas Public Schools Week Community Breakfast on Tuesday, March 5.
Social media is buzzing about the “Momo Challenge” and reports that the disturbing images and messages are now popping up on Youtube Kids, Peppa Pig, and Fortnite videos. Ask your children if they have seen Momo and let us know in this unofficial poll.
Texarkana Texas Police have arrested John Hanna, 45, of Wake Village and charged him with two counts of fleeing the scene of an accident. Hanna was allegedly driving a vehicle that had struck a police unit and another vehicle that had been pulled over on Saturday night.