Author: Jeff Easterling

Energy, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit were on full display Tuesday night as Pitch It Texarkana 2025 brought together some of the region’s most promising business minds for a high-stakes pitch competition at Crossties in downtown Texarkana.

Drivers traveling westbound on Interstate 30 through Texarkana will encounter new traffic patterns this week as part of the ongoing project to widen the highway from four lanes to six lanes, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

Gateway Farmers Market is officially open for the season, bringing fresh produce, homemade goods, crafts, and more to the community! Located at 602 E. Jefferson Avenue, the market offers a lively shopping experience multiple days each week—Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, starting bright and early at 7:00 a.m. and running until sold out.

It’s time to grab your market bags and your early morning coffee—because the Texarkana Farmers Market is back and ready to bring the flavor to downtown!

Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred Friday afternoon in the area of East 32nd and Laurel Street, according to the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department (TAPD).

Some great events are lined up this weekend, and there is a great list of Live Music to get out and enjoy. Thanks to our partners in the community, Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club, we run down the fun here.

Aviation enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Texarkana Radio Control Flying Club (TRCFC) is set to host its annual Fly-In event on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26 at the RC Airfield located just below the dam at Lake Wright Patman.

More than a year after the tragic death of a local man, the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department has announced an arrest in the February 2024 Ash Street homicide.

A night of great music, good food, and giving back is coming to downtown Texarkana with “2 Pianos Downtown,” a benefit event for the Randy Sams Outreach Shelter, happening Thursday, April 24 from 7–10 p.m. at Crossties, located at 324 Broad Street.

Families, mark your calendars! The wildly popular “Fun Kids Show Live” is making its way to Texarkana on Monday, April 28, with two showtimes at 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Texarkana Texas Convention Center.

The legend of the legendary beast is back in the spotlight as the 2025 Fouke Monster Festival returns Friday and Saturday, April 25–26, promising a weekend full of mystery, monsters, and a little bit of Texarkana history.

A tense standoff with an armed man barricaded behind his home on Forest Grove Road ended peacefully Wednesday evening, thanks in large part to the steady work of Texarkana SWAT negotiators.

Easter Weekend in Texarkana, and hopefully the weather will work for us to get some Egg Hunting in, and the music will be great! Thanks to our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club, we have your weekend rundown of entertainment for April 18 & 19.

Get ready to celebrate new beginnings and healthy families at the 1st Annual Community-Wide Baby Shower and Health & Wellness Fair, hosted by Bridging the Gaps of Arkansas in partnership with CHRISTUS Health System. The event will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 1 Legion Drive, Texarkana, Arkansas.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to clean out the garage or hunt for hidden treasures, mark your calendars for the Spring Community Yard Sale at Spring Lake Park on Saturday, May 10, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

The City of Texarkana, Texas is inviting the community to focus on health, wellness, and giving back during its Annual Health & Wellness Fair, happening Wednesday, May 7th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Southwest Center, located at 3222 W. 7th Street.

A quick-thinking citizen and swift action by Texarkana police officers led to the arrest of a man caught attempting to burglarize vehicles in a hotel parking lot early Monday morning.

There’s just something magical about hunting Easter eggs that takes folks back to the good ol’ days—maybe it was chasing brightly colored eggs through the grass at Spring Lake Park, racing around a church lawn, or even searching for hidden treasures inside the house during a rainy Easter morning. Whether it’s after church or after dinner in the backyard, Easter egg hunts have a way of bringing families together and creating memories that last a lifetime.

It’s Saturday at the Four States Fair & Rodeo, and the action is rolling full steam ahead for the final weekend of this beloved annual tradition. With a full day of family fun, live music, and rodeo thrills, there’s no shortage of reasons to head out to the fairgrounds today.

The final weekend of the Four States Fair & Rodeo is officially underway, and Friday night is packed with something for everyone. As part of the Farmer’s Bank & Trust Weekend, the fairgrounds will come alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors that have made this annual event a favorite for families across the region. Whether you’re looking for heart-pounding rodeo action, live music under the open sky, or a spin on the Ferris wheel, tonight’s schedule delivers.

A fantastic weekend is in store for Texarkana! We expect near-perfect weather for the Four States Fair & Rodeo closing weekend. Thanks to our community partners at Tony Langford Roofing and Whiskey River Country Club, we have your weekend rundown of the best entertainment in town.

The excitement ramps up at the Four States Fair today, Thursday, April 10, with Back the Badge Night and the first night of the rodeo!

Local leaders gathered this morning for the annual State of the Cities Chamber Breakfast, where Texarkana, Texas Mayor Bob Bruggeman and representatives from Texarkana, Arkansas and Nash, Texas delivered updates on exciting developments and achievements across the region.

When severe weather strikes, every second counts—and now, residents across Texarkana and the surrounding area have a faster, more reliable way to stay informed. It’s free, so get it now!

A multi-agency investigation led by the Office of the Inspector General has resulted in the arrest of seven individuals tied to an alleged contraband ring inside the Barry B. Telford Unit, a state prison facility in Bowie County.

The Four States Fair & Rodeo is rolling into midweek with “Wacky Wednesday” specials and family-friendly fun for all ages!

Thinking about buying a car off Facebook Marketplace or another social media site? Local authorities say you might want to do some homework first—especially with a rise in stolen vehicles being sold to unsuspecting buyers.

It’s shaping up to be a perfect Tuesday for fun, food, and fairground thrills at the Four States Fair & Rodeo. Today is Buddy Night on the Midway, a crowd favorite that invites friends and families to double up on the excitement without doubling the cost.

The historic Perot Theatre is set to come alive with the sound of heartfelt worship and powerful music as award-winning Christian artist Jeremy Camp takes the stage on Saturday, May 3.

In the wake of extreme rainfall and widespread flooding over the weekend, officials have issued a Disaster Declaration for Bowie County, effective Monday, April 7, 2025. The declaration is set to remain in effect for no more than seven days, pending further assessment.