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A&P funding dominates Texarkana, Ark. board meeting; commission commits to hear previously denied applicants
1+ week, 4+ day ago (1000+ words) TEXARKANA, Ark. " Although Advertising and Promotion Commission funding was not on Monday night's Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors agenda, it consumed the first hour of the meeting after Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer opened with a prepared statement acknowledging the funding…...
AFDA Hall of Fame Welcomes Eddie Hawkins, Jr. for 48 Years of Dedicated Service
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (164+ words) Texarkana Funeral Home is honored to recognize a remarkable achievement for Eddie Hawkins, Jr. , who is being inducted into the Arkansas Funeral Directors Association Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor [] Texarkana Funeral Home is honored to recognize a remarkable achievement…...
What Draft Kings" Launch in Arkansas Means for the Texas Side of Town
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (524+ words) Texarkana residents on the Arkansas side of the state line got something new last month. Draft Kings and Fan Duel both launched full sports betting operations in Arkansas on March 20, following licenses granted by the Arkansas Racing Commission on February…...
Forging History: 5th Annual James Black's Bowie Heritage Festival Returns to Washington, Arkansas April 24-25, 2026
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (348+ words) The City of Washington, Arkansas, in partnership with Buck's Maintenance Service Inc. , the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation, Arkansas's Great Southwest, and Historic Washington State Park, will host the 5th Annual James Black's Bowie Heritage Festival on April 2425, 2026, from 9: 00 a. m. to 5: 00 p. m. The…...
Former Arkansas medical board chairman, 7 others indicted in patient kidnapping scheme
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (320+ words) A federal grand jury has indicted the former chairman of the Arkansas State Medical Board and seven others on charges they conspired to hold psychiatric patients against their will at a Springdale hospital so they could bill for unnecessary services....
Ark-Tex Council of Governments Awarded $5 Million Grant to Support Drone Production at Red River Army Depot
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (321+ words) TXK Today The Ark-Tex Council of Governments (ATCOG) is proud to announce its recent award of a $5 million grant from the Texas Office of the Governor, facilitated through the Texas Military Preparedness Commission's (TMPC) Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG)…...
Texarkana Resources and Runnin" WJ Ranch Announce 2nd Annual "Pork on a Fork" Fundraiser for April 18
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (198+ words) Two long'standing Texarkana nonprofits'Texarkana Resources and Runnin" WJ Ranch'are joining forces once again for the 2nd Annual Pork on a Fork Fundraiser, set for Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Ramage Farms. Organizers are currently seeking sponsorships and auction item donations, inviting businesses and…...
Texarkana, Ark. Board Slashes Front Street Fees to Boost Downtown Activity
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (429+ words) TEXARKANA, Ark. " In an effort to breathe new life into the downtown entertainment district, the Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors voted Monday evening to significantly reduce rental fees for the Front Street Festival Plaza. The move comes after city officials…...
University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Reports 22% Enrollment Growth Since 2023
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (266+ words) The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana enrolled 1, 311 students for the Spring 2026 semester, representing a 7. 1% increase over Spring 2025 and a 22% increase compared to Spring 2023. Dual enrollment programs have been a significant factor in the growth, with high school students taking college classes…...