Dr. Matt Young addressed the public today from the Texarkana Joint Operations Center. In his statement, he warns that the cases of COVID-19 in our region are climbing. Of 3 cases that have been hospitalized, 2 needed ventilators and all were under the age of 60. Watch.
Texarkana Texas Police have released more information regarding the overnight shooting involving a TTPD officer. Timothy Noble, 20, was shot by a patrol officer following a short foot pursuit. Noble allegedly produced a drum fed pistol before the officer fired his service weapon. Noble is in stable condition.
Bowie County Investigators report that Anthony Krebs, 41, and Leslie Harkins, 43, have been arrested after being found in possession of more than 1.5 ounces of suspected methamphetamine. Both have received drug and weapons charges.
The Texarkana Texas Police Department has arrested and charged Kavante Wright, 26, with Murder. Wright also had two outstanding warrants for probation violations. EricGentry, 35, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Red River Army Depot and the many contractors that work across the sprawling complex that is “the base” have long been among the largest employers in the region. As most of the population seems to be confused, worried, or even scared, rumors start. Here is what the depot has to say.
One man is dead and a suspect is in custody as investigators work through details at Rosehill Ridge Apartments this afternoon.
Arkansas Governor Asa Hitchinson as issued new mandates to his state’s disaster declaration that includes closing bars and restaurant dining rooms, gyms, and K-12 schools until April 17. All in the state’s efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
Texarkana Arkansas City Hall has announced that they will be helping residents aged 65 and older with acquiring necessities during the panic-induced buying from fears of the COVID-19, novel coronavirus.
Texas Governor Gregg Abbott addressed the state on Thursday announcing broader steps to combat the spread of COVID-19, including closing the dining rooms of restaurants, gyms, and schools until at least April of 2020.
The order to boil water before consumption has been lifted and is now safe by standards set by TCEQ. The city has set standards for retail food establishments. It may be a good idea to do these things at home also. Media Release: Boil Water Notice Rescinded March 17, 2020 On Sunday, March 15, 2020, the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) and the Texarkana Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the Texarkana Water Utilities Public Water System (PWS ID# Arkansas 360, Texas 0190004), to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which…