Many astronomers are expecting the upcoming Perseid meteor shower to be the brightest in recorded human history. Find a good dark place far from city lights and enjoy this event at the peak, which is expected to be August 12.
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.
On March 26 the road to River Valley Animal Food Plant collapsed from what is believed to be very heavy use from the traffic of vehicles in and out of the plant. The cost for the repairs totals $337,000 and Tyson Foods is covering the bill.
The Texarkana Arkansas Police are investigating an armed robbery of the EZ Mart store located at 4524 N. Stateline Avenue that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, July 29.
We have all seen people with their face in the phone and driving down the road, weaving side to side. Beginning Monday, July 31 “Paul’s Law” goes into effect in Arkansas to crack down on texting and driving by placing steep fines for the offense.
There was a fantastic turnout for the 8th Annual “Best Salsa in the Ark-La-Tex Contest” at the Texarkana Texas Farmer’s Market. There were more than 50 entries across 6 categories that really brought the flavor. Overall, Nita Alexander was the winner for Best Salsa in the Ark-La-Tex with her entry into the “Hot” category.
Wadley Regional Medical Center will be hosting a special event during World Breastfeeding Week that will focus on awareness and education on breastfeeding including women’s rights, proper nutrition, support groups, and classes that are available in the area.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department is investigating an armed robbery reported at the Red Lobster located at 3002 St. Michael Drive.
The search for Richard York, last seen on July 2 has amped up with new information. There is a search underway this morning in the area of Capp Street and Findley off of Lake Drive involving investigators from TTPD, BCSO, and the Four States Search & Rescue are conducting the search.
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has announced the establishment of a new endowed scholarship named after the late Martha Funderburk, long-time beloved UAHT instructor.
Texarkana Police are investigating an early morning armed robbery of a taxi cab driver as he dropped off a fare at Chapel Ridge Apartments in Texarkana, Arkansas.
Texarkana Police have arrested 26-year-old Rolston Lockett of Texarkana and charged him with Aggravated in Robbery in the case of an armed robbery at the Metro PCS Store at 809 East St in College Hill that occurred on Monday, July 24.
In what is being reported as nothing less than a tragic accident, an 11-year-old Texarkana boy was struck and killed by a vehicle in the 6700 block of University Avenue.
Get your best tomatoes off the vine and put that Salsa recipe to work and get ready for the 8th Annual Best Salsa in the Ark-La-Tex Contest at the Texarkana Farmer’s Market at 305 Texas Boulevard in downtown on Saturday, July 29.
Klondike Academy on Richmond Road has announced open-enrollment for the Klondike After-school Program, and transportation from school can be provided for many area students.
Best time to save some money on Back to School Shopping is with the Tax-Free Weekends in Texas and Arkansas. Texarkana residents can price shop and take advantage in Arkansas August 5 – 6, and in Texas the weekend of August 11 – 13.
The Texas D.P.S. has released their Texas Gang Threat Assessment, which was developed to provide a broad overview and update of gang activity in Texas. The study states there are more than 100,000 active gang members in the state and that the ties between Texas gangs and Mexican cartels are still strong.
TAPD and Bowie County Deputies have arrested Rodney Derwin Jackson, 41 of Texarkana Arkansas and charged him with Possession of a Controlled Substance Schedule 2 and Fleeing by Vehicle after he tried to elude capture at high speeds on a motorcycle that crossed Stateline Avenue.
After 49 years of serving the region, the Southwest Arkansas Development Council closed their doors and ended all services to area residents on Friday, July 21 at 10:00 a.m. leaving employees scrambling and area residents and patients without services.
Texarkana Police is seeking information that would help identify these two suspects that attempted to use fake money in a transaction at the CVS Pharmacy on Stateline Avenue. Do you recognize them?
The Texarkana Arkansas Police responded to an armed robbery call at the Metro PCS Store located on East Street in College Hill just before 6:00 p.m.Monday evening.
As parents are getting the kids ready for the 2017 – 2018 School Year, we wanted to post links for the back to school supply lists for area campuses. We have the lists for TISD, TASD, LEISD, and PGISD!
If you are looking to renew your season pass for Texas High Tiger football or get a season pass for the first time, here are the details you need. This season’s ticket books include tickets for all five home games, and the Texas High vs. Arkansas High game to be played on Friday, September 8.
Members of a Simms, Texas family have been arrested and charged with Filing a False Report to a Peace Officer in the case of an ATV that was reported stolen after one of the family members allegedly sank the ATV in a pond to avoid having to make any more payments.
Was part of a conversation where the topic of snakes came up, and that there seemed to be an increase in Copperhead snakes. Someone said, “it’s the bugs”. Then today I saw this pop up on my FB wall.
With the resignation of White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer, Ark-La-Tex native Sarah Huckabee Sanders, 34, has been named to take over the position. Anthony Scaramucci has been named communications director, a position that Spicer also covered.
Construction of the Three Bostons Museum and Tourist Center located in downtown New Boston Texas is progressing and the one million dollar project is expected to be completed in December of this year.
Tri-State Iron & Metal Inc. played a key role in the recent prosecution of a theft case where Jason Allen Autrey pled guilty to theft of government property and was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for stealing from Red River Army Depot. TAPD says that the people at Tri-state are key contributors of putting metal thieves behind bars.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department has released photos of two men suspected of using stolen credit, and debit cards. Multiple law enforcement agencies are conducting parallel investigations of this case.
Very strange things are happening at the Board Camp Crystal Mine in Mena Arkansas. Such strange activity in fact that the series “Expedition Unknown” on the Travel Channel recently filmed at the location with researchers from MUFON for an episode that will be airing this October.
With the heat of summer, I remember the choices we had to cool off when I was younger. We had some public pools in Texarkana, but top of the list for many was swimming at “Crystal Springs Beach” near Maud, Texas on Highway 67. Long closed, but it is still there and we wanted to share some photos.