Texarkana native Joscelyn Roberson, 18, is set to join the USA women’s gymnastics team as an alternate for the Paris Olympics. Her exceptional performance at the Olympic trials in Minneapolis, particularly her standout floor routine, earned her this prestigious position.
Historic Old Washington Park, located just down the street from Texarkana in Washington, Arkansas, is set to offer a unique experience this Independence Day. From July 4th to 6th, visitors can immerse themselves in history at one of Arkansas’ oldest towns, home to Historic Washington State Park situated on Arkansas’ oldest road.
LifeShare Blood Center is calling on donors to include blood donation in their summer plans, emphasizing an urgent need for blood donations during the summer months. Historically, the demand for blood products spikes in July.
The Bringle Lake Park West and Bringle Lake Park East, two gems of the Texarkana park system, offer residents and visitors an idyllic escape into nature and a variety of recreational activities. Located along University Drive, these parks are conveniently adjacent to Texas A&M-Texarkana and the Texarkana Golf Ranch, making them perfect spots for a day of leisure and exploration.
The Liberty Eylau Volunteer Fire Department is thrilled to announce the receipt of a recruitment grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service. This grant has enabled the department to acquire new recruitment handout materials and a specially designed vehicle wrap.
It’s our weekly Texarkana FYI Weekend Rundown of Live Music and more in town for June 28 & 29. A big thanks to our sponsors at Whiskey River Country Club and Tony Langford Roofing Company. From fresh veggies to real Red Dirt Country to Hairband Royalty, this is a big weekend!
Get ready to spice up your summer at the Texarkana Farmers Market’s 14th annual Salsa Contest! The highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, August 3, outside the Federal Courthouse in downtown Texarkana. Salsa enthusiasts from across the Ark-La-Tex region are invited to showcase their culinary skills and compete for the title of “Best Salsa in the Ark-La-Tex.”
As the Fourth of July approaches, the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department (TAPD) has launched the Safe Celebration Campaign to ensure a peaceful and safe holiday for all residents. Emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy for illegal fireworks, the campaign aims to prevent the chaos and danger seen in recent years.
Texarkana native and Liberty-Eylau High School alumnus Jarrion Lawson has once again proven his athletic prowess by earning a spot on the U.S. Olympic team. On Monday night, at the U.S. Olympic Trials, Lawson clinched his ticket to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games with a dramatic final leap in the long jump competition.
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced that North Park Road under Interstate 30 will be closed starting Wednesday, June 26, as part of the ongoing I-30 widening project. This closure marks the beginning of the next phase of the project, which aims to enhance the highway’s capacity and safety.