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Texarkana
Bowie County, Texas
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Salvation Army of Texarkana launches Red Kettle, Angel Tree campaigns for holiday season
The Salvation Army of Texarkana launched its annual Red Kettle and Angel Tree campaigns on Friday, Nov. 13, to support local families during the holiday season. Red Kettle volunteers will collect donations outside local…
National ground stop affects 35 commerical passengers at Texarkana Regional Airport
A nationwide FAA ground stop delayed a scheduled flight at Texarkana Regional Airport, leaving about 35 passengers waiting in the secure area. The service was due to fly to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. The…
4 p.m. - The second 3 Minute Smile run of 2026
KTBS listed a 4 p.m. run of its “3 Minute Smile” feature for November 12, 2026. The page also displays links to community projects, local news, weather and email updates, but provides no further details about the…
101 years ago: Texarkana, Texas, dedicated its new City Hall, then offered it to the county
Texarkana dedicated its four-story Municipal Building on Nov. 12, 1925, with a parade, banquet, orchestra and concert by the Fire Department’s drum and bugle corps. The building, now City Hall, was constructed after…
Podcast guest to discuss money, side hustles at A&M Texarkana live broadcast event
Cody Berman, author of “Retire by 30,” will join the hosts of “The Stacking Benjamins Show” for a live podcast recording at Texas A&M University–Texarkana today. The free Talon Talks Live event begins with a…
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Hospice of Texarkana's Care-A-Van brings Veterans Day celebration to local senior living communities
Hospice of Texarkana’s annual Care-A-Van brought a Veterans Day tribute to senior and independent living communities on Wednesday. The traveling parade visits veterans who may be unable to attend public celebrations…
Texarkana Winds Band honors veterans with special concert
The Texarkana Winds Band honored military veterans with a free concert Tuesday at Williams Memorial United Methodist Church. The performance opened the volunteer ensemble’s 2026–2027 season and included a video tribute…
Best Bets for Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
This week's best bets for arts, entertainment and more. TexRep presents "Pride & Prejudice" at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Stilwell Theatre at the Texarkana College Humanities Building, 2500 N…
Texarkana, Texas, City Council passes downtown lighting, airport measures
Texarkana’s City Council approved agreements involving the regional airport, including the sale of its former terminal building to Texarkana College for $10 and a lease of nearby land for aviation education and…
Texarkana City Hall recognized with historical landmark marker
Texarkana unveiled a historical marker at City Hall on Monday, recognizing the building as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. The designation honors its architectural significance and more than a century of service as…
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CPKC U.S. Holiday Train making its way to Texarkana
The CPKC U.S. Holiday Train is scheduled to stop in downtown Texarkana on November 29, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on West Fourth Street near Lelia Street. The visit will include a Christmas display and performances by…
PeopleFund program helps veterans, military spouses grow businesses in Texarkana
PeopleFund’s Veteran Small Business Accelerator is helping veterans and military spouses launch and expand businesses through coaching, training and access to capital. The eight-week virtual course covers business…
Texarkana ISD’s testing coordinator honored by Region 8
Christiane Irvin, the testing coordinator for the Texarkana Independent School District, has been honored with the Region 8 Recognition Award by the Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals. The award…
Texarkana nonprofit sees messaging service as mental health lifeline
The Texarkana nonprofit Sterling House has launched a new mental health support initiative using the Gloo messaging platform. Residents in the greater Texarkana area can now text 833-276-8365 to connect with mental…
Educators, engineer named Texarkana ISD’s 2026 distinguished alumni
The Texarkana Independent School District has announced its 2026 distinguished alumni honorees. The recipients are Dr. Loretta Rhodes-Sanders, Melva Hildreth Flowers, and Jim Pendergast. The district recognized the trio…
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UPDATE: 35-year-old nonverbal man found safe in Texarkana
A 35-year-old nonverbal man who had been reported missing has been found safe in Texarkana. Local authorities confirmed the individual's recovery, bringing a positive conclusion to the search efforts. No further details…
Texarkana police searching for missing man
Texarkana police are searching for 35-year-old Semaj Ausborn, a vulnerable adult who was last seen Saturday morning near an ALDI grocery store on Richmond Road. Ausborn, who is occasionally non-verbal, was wearing a…
LifeShare Blood Center offers ham, turkey vouchers for pre-Thanksgiving donations
LifeShare Blood Center in Texarkana is launching its annual 'Thanks for Giving' campaign from November 17 to November 21. Donors who successfully give blood, platelets, or plasma will receive a free fleece blanket and a…
Texarkana, Texas, City Council to consider $225,000 downtown lighting project
The Texarkana City Council is set to vote on a resolution this Monday to authorize $200,000 in funding for a downtown lighting project. The initiative, which includes installing 16 light poles and overhead string…
Texarkana ‘Legend of Zelda’ fans line up for midnight re-release of ‘Ocarina of Time’
Fans in Texarkana gathered at a local Best Buy for a midnight release event celebrating the launch of the 'Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' remake and a special edition Nintendo Switch 2 console. Enthusiasts waited in…
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TxDOT brings pedestrian safety campaign to Texarkana following daylight saving time
The Texas Department of Transportation has launched its "Be Safe. Drive Smart." campaign in Texarkana following the end of daylight saving time. The initiative aims to address the increased risk of pedestrian accidents…
Texarkana job fair connects veterans, employers and job seekers
The annual Hiring Red, White & You! Job Fair took place Thursday at the Texarkana Convention Center, connecting approximately 70 employers with veterans, military families, and job seekers. The event highlighted the…
Driver captured after Texarkana police pursuit ends in crash
A driver involved in a police pursuit that began in Arkansas has been captured following a crash in Texarkana, Texas. The incident occurred Thursday afternoon at New Boston Road and Texas Boulevard, where the suspect's…
Inaugural Whitetail Roundup set for Saturday at Wright Patman Lake
The inaugural Whitetail Roundup is scheduled to take place this Saturday at Wright Patman Lake. The event invites outdoor enthusiasts and local community members to participate in the festivities, highlighting the…
7 a.m. - Inaugural Whitetail Roundup set for Saturday at Wright Patman Lake
The inaugural Whitetail Roundup is scheduled for this Saturday at North Shore Park, Wright Patman Lake, to mark the opening of the Texas general deer season. Hosted by Whitetail Properties, the event invites hunters to…
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Texarkana Repertory Co.’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ opens Friday
The Texarkana Repertory Co. is set to perform Kate Hamill's adaptation of Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' starting Friday, November 6, at Texarkana College's Stilwell Theatre. The production will run for six…
Best Bets for Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
A variety of community events are scheduled in the Texarkana area for the coming days. Highlights include the Let's Battle Cancer Together Poker Run on Saturday, the 10th annual Bark In The Park at Spring Lake Park, and…
Historic marker ceremony scheduled for Nov. 9 at Texarkana, Texas, City Hall
The city of Texarkana will host a dedication ceremony for its new Recorded Texas Historic Landmark marker on November 9 at City Hall. The event, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on the front steps, honors the building's…
Gov. Abbott makes final campaign stop in Texarkana ahead of election day
Governor Greg Abbott held a final campaign rally in Texarkana on Monday as part of his statewide 'Let's Roll' tour ahead of Election Day. Addressing a crowd of supporters, Abbott emphasized his platform on border…