In the early days of Texarkana and through the years, the muddy streets and dark alleys were tough, rough, and cruel. There was lots of gambling, drinking, prostitution, and of course murder. Here is a chance to learn more about the history of some of the events that made this city such a notorious place long ago.
The latest updated numbers for the Texarkana area from our local health authorities have Bowie County reporting a total of 546 positive COVID-19 cases, with 227 recoveries and 34 deaths. Cass County reports a total of 97 cases with 50 recovered and two deaths. Miller County reports 368 total positive cases with 285 recoveries and 2 deaths. There are currently 412 active cases being tracked in our area.
This COVID 19 pandemic just has had everything up in the air but now we are finally getting in some of our favorite events. The annual Drawdown and Casino night to benefit Temple Memorial Pediatric Center will take place Thursday, August 6 at Crossties in downtown Texarkana.
With the COVID 19 pandemic, so many of our favorite summertime activities have been cancelled, including the Hope Watermelon Festival. However, we are all doing our best to carry on, and that is what we are going to do with the annual Watermelon Eating Contest… virtual style.
Bowie County reports a total of 543 positive COVID-19 cases, with 226 recoveries and 31 deaths. Miller County reports 363 total cases, 276 recoveries, and 2 deaths. Cass County reports 94 cases with 50 recovered and two deaths. In the Texarkana region, there are currently 413 confirmed active cases being tracked.
It is shameful but the scammers are out in force around the pandemic. One of the most recent scams is by email. Con artists send emails that appear to be from the Texas Department of State Health Services saying that the receiver has been exposed to COVID 19. Texas DSHS will NOT contact you by email.
For the Texarkana area, Miller County reports 360 total positive cases, 272 recoveries, 2 deaths and are tracking 86 active cases. Bowie reports a total of 511 positive COVID-19 cases, with 226 recoveries, 31 deaths, and tracking 254 active cases. Cass County reports 92 cases with 50 recovered and two deaths. Cass County currently has 40 active cases.
This is one of those stories that just breaks your heart. These two women are accused of stealing almost $50,000 in just 3 months while working as caregivers for the two women, a mother, and daughter. Police believe there may be other victims in the area, if you recognize these two and know of elderly they may have been in contact with contact TTPD.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department held an awards ceremony on Monday, July 20 to recognize some of our local officers for their exceptional work and named some new promotions within the department.
As a youngster, a ton of great memories were made at Camp Preston Hunt, just outside of Texarkana Arkansas. On Saturday, August 8 the Caddo Area Council, BSA will host a shooting sports derby with BB Guns, Archery, and Slingshots. Lunch will be provided. Must be a registered Tiger, Wolf, Bear, or Webelo to participate.