Local News
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25 thousand dollars up for grabs for Texarkana...
Texarkana Main Street is in the running for the 2019 Independent We Stand America's Main Streets Contest Award.
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Fire in Downtown Texarkana
Firefighters battled the blaze through the early morning hours possibly started by a vagrant to keep warm.
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TAPD Recruits Save a Life on the Way to Academy Graduation
TAPD Recruits Save a Life on the Way to Academy Graduation
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TISD Requesting Nominations for Distinguished Alumni
Texarkana Independent School District is now accepting nominations for their annual Distinguished Alumni Award.
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Thursday News Update
Time Capsules, Veterans Day Parade this Saturday, and terroristic calls made to CNN from an Arkansas man.
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TxDOT URGES DRIVERS TO ‘END THE STREAK’ OF DAILY DEATHS
Not all anniversaries are happy and Nov. 7 is one of the saddest of all. Since Nov. 7, 2000, at least one person has died on Texas roadways every single day.
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Wednesday News Update
#endthestreak politics, and Fattest States Survey
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Monday News Update
Issue 5 pay raises, Arkansas Supreme Court, and Fake Moolah.
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Halloween News Update
Wal-mart trying out register free stores soon, Governor Hutchinson hometown talks, and Halloween plans for the Ark-La-Tex...
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Man Sought After Stabbing Girlfriend at Motel
The Texarkana Texas Police Department is investigating a stabbing that occurred at a motel in the 1800 block of W. 7th Street on Wednesday evening.
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Tuesday News Update
Mexican Consulate visits, Perot named Most Beautiful in Texas, and Wal-Mart takes on Amazon.
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Monday News Update
Lifeshare and Lottery tickets, National Law Enforcement Museum opens, and teen stabs a store clerk during a robbery in Texarkana.
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Friday News Update
Campaign radio ads, Presidential Rally in Texas, Texarkana Police arrests two people...
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Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District
This is a schedule of work being planned. Weather conditions and unforeseen problems can cause delays or cancellation of work.
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A&M-Texarkana PLACE Holds Guest Lecture October 23rd
Texas A&M University-Texarkana and the Program for Learning and Community Engagement (PLACE) will be hosting a guest lecturer on Tuesday, October 23rd.
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Five Texas High School Choir Students Earn Placement in All-Region Choir
These students will now move on to the Pre-Area Competition!
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Thursday News Update
Medal of Honor, CDC warnings, and First Flu Death
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Decomposed Body Discovered Hanging in Tree
The Texarkana Texas Police Department responded to the report of a body hanging in a tree today.
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Threat Assessment and Intelligence Analyst from TAPD Chief of Police
A statement from Chief Harrison with the Texarkana Arkansas Police
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Texas DOT says Keep Campaign Signs Legal
All signs must be off the right of way
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A&M-Texarkana, community partner to build bridge at Bringle Lake Wilderness Trail
Members of Phi Lambda Chi fraternity at Texas A&M University-Texarkana recently spent their Saturday working on a proposed walking bridge at the Bringle Lake Wilderness Trail at Bringle Lake Park in Texarkana, Texas.
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A&M-Texarkana News: Free disaster preparedness course Jan. 9-10
The Texas A&M University-Texarkana Office of Extended Education and Community Development will host a free disaster preparedness course presented by the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Jan. 9-10 on the A&M-Texarkana campus at 7101 University Ave., Texarkana, Texas.
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A&M-Texarkana to host first-ever Pink Fest
Texas A&M University-Texarkana will host its first-ever Pink Fest Breast Cancer Awareness Festival on Friday, Oct. 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first floor of the University Center on the A&M-Texarkana campus, 7101 University Ave., Texarkana, Texas.
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Tiger Theatre Company Opens 2017 Season with a Dark Comedy
The Tiger Theatre Company of Texas High School will open their 2017 season with a dark comedy…Chemical Imbalance: A Jekyll and Hyde Play.
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Safety Features to be Added to Area Highways
Safety features in the form of texturized centerlines and shoulders will be added to 18 area highways during coming months, according to plans approved in September by the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Multiple Overnight Robberies Being Investigated
The Texarkana Texas Police Department is investigating a series of overnight robberies that appear to have been committed by the same men.
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Texarkana Radio Center the first to bring HD radio to Texarkana airwaves
Texarkana Radio Center (TRC) is pleased to announce the introduction of Texarkana’s first HD radio stations.
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US 59 closed in Jefferson following the collision of two trains
US 59 has been closed in Jefferson following the collision of two trains near the railroad overpass.
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A&M-Texarkana political science student attends New Politics Forum Campaign Bootcamp
Scott Wilhite of Mount Pleasant, a Texas A&M University-Texarkana political science major, recently participated in the New Politics Forum Campaign Bootcamp hosted by the Annette Strauss Institute for Civic Life at the University of Texas at Austin.
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MyCAA program for military spouses available at A&M-Texarkana
Eligible spouses of active-duty service members now have an opportunity to enroll in their choice of 83 programs offered by Texas A&M University-Texarkana Extended Education and Community Development as part of the Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) workforce development program.
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Summer Food Service Program starts in Texarkana and surrounding areas...
Free Summer Meals Available to Children and Teens, Ages 18 and Younger provided by Texarkana Independent School District Child Nutrition Department begins...
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Unemployment Rate Falls to Record Low for Fourth Straight Month
'On the Right Track,' Gov. Hutchinson Says as Labor Force Participation Climbs; State Adds 11,000 Jobs
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Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony held today
The 9th Annual City of Texarkana, Texas Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony was held today in the Sullivan Performing Arts Center at TISD.
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"Shattered Dreams" shows students consequences of drug and alcohol use
Cass County schools are joining together to view mock wreck along with other activities this week.
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Registration underway for Startup Weekend Texarkana
Registration is underway for the second annual Startup Weekend Texarkana Friday through Sunday, April 21-23, in the University Center on the A&M-Texarkana campus, 7101 University Ave., Texarkana, Texas.
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Texas A&M University-Texarkana to host softball tryouts
Texas A&M University-Texarkana will host tryouts for its new fastpitch softball team April 23 and April 30 at Bramlett Field at Spring Lake Park, 4303 North Park Road, Texarkana, Texas.
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Texarkana ISD launches Parent, and Community Survey
The survey is open to all parents, employees, students and community members. Survey questions address teaching and learning, student opportunities, school culture and climate, facilities and operations.
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Reward Offered for Most Wanted Fugitive, Sex Offender from Red River County
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Jahmar Nykel Young, 37, to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list, and a cash reward up to $7,500 is now being offered for information leading to his capture.
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Two men arrested during Burglary call
Officers received a call to the 9000 block of Holmes Lane after someone saw three males with flashlights looking into several parked vehicles at 2:45 in the morning.
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2017 Texarkana, Texas Farmers’ Market Vendor Meeting
The Texarkana, Texas Farmers' Market is an open-air market in historic downtown Texarkana that provides a venue for local vendors to sell products while promoting healthy, locally grown food
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Police searching for Texarkana Bank robbery suspect
The BancorpSouth branch on Stateline Avenue in Texarkana is dealing with its second armed robbery this year.
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Gov. Hutchinson signs Military Retired Pay Tax Cut into Law
Governor Asa Hutchinson today signed into law a bill to eliminate state income tax on military retirement pay.
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Texas DoT Celebrates 100 years of service to Texans
To honor the past while anticipating the future, the Texas Department of Transportation celebrates a century of service this year with a traveling exhibit and other events to highlight the agency’s ongoing mission of connecting Texans to what matters most – the people they love and the places they need to be.
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The Hotel Grim Lofts project update
The City of Texarkana, Texas recently received approval from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for Section 108 loan guarantee assistance in the amount of $1,429,000 for the Hotel Grim Lofts Project.
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Texarkana, Texas Municipal Court to Offer Amnesty Program
The Texarkana, Texas Municipal Court is offering an Amnesty Program beginning February 1, 2017. Anyone who has an outstanding warrant with Texas Municipal Court can come in before March 31, 2017 and pay the warrant in full without being arrested.
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Morriss Elementary School Robot Rescue Team and Morriss Monkeys Team takes Top Honors
The Morriss Elementary School Robot Rescue Team took top honors during the First Lego League Round II Super Qualifier in Grand Saline, TX on January 21, 2017 and will now advance to the FLL Regional Championships in Dallas, TX on February 4, 2017.
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TISD's Amanda Kinney finalist for Texas Computer Education Association
Amanda Kinney, 8th Grade Math Interventionist and Team Leader for Texas Middle School, has been named one of three Finalists for the Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) High Impact Teacher of the Year.
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Texarkana Texas Police Safety Tip
There's been a recent surge in fraud stemming from victims who had their debit-credit cards stolen and then used.
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Shooting in Attempted Robbery
Police are searching for several suspects involved in a shooting and attempted robbery.
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Fox News political analyst Juan Williams to speak at A&M-Texarkana
Fox News political analyst and noted author Juan Williams will speak at A&M Texarkana on Thursday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m. in Eagle Hall of the University Center.
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Texas High Deca Students Headed to State Competition
Congratulations to the Texas High School DECA team and their Coach Pam Hamilton.
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AEP SWEPCO donates scholarship funds to A&M-Texarkana
AEP SWEPCO recently presented a $2,000 gift to Texas A&M University-Texarkana to provide student scholarship support for the 2017-18 academic year.
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Ashdown JH recieves funding for Gentlemans Club
Thanks to a grant from the E-Z Mart Foundation, 25 young men in grades 6-8 will be joining the club.
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Fay J Durrant speaks at the Annual Celebration of the Texarkana USA Chamber of Commerce
Speaking to a crowd of more than 400 people...
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Ashdown School District Thanks School Board Members
The Ashdown School District joins districts across the state to celebrate School Board Member Recognition Month in January.
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40 million Americans will have to wait for their tax refund
If your refund is delayed this year, you can thank the IRS — and identity thieves.
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Tiger Theatre Company Brings Musical, Magical Fairy Tale to the Stage, and Tea with Cinderella
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Tiger Theatre Company’s production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella.
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Joint Meeting with Texarkana, Texas City Council, Riverbend, and SRBA
The Texarkana, Texas City Council held a joint meeting last night at the Texarkana, Texas Convention center with board members from the Riverbend Water Resources District and Board members from the Sulphur River Basin Authority
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City Crews Sanding the Roads in Texarkana
City crews on Ark side throwing out sand at Arkansas Blvd and Jefferson Avenue
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Rep. Ratcliffe sworn in for second term as U.S. Congressman
Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) was sworn in today for his second term representing Texas’ 4th District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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DPS Advises Texans to Stay Cautious During Winter Weather
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is urging Texans to monitor weather forecasts and take necessary precautions as winter weather and cold temperatures sweep across the state.
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Texarkana Texas City Council plans closed session
Texarkana Texas City Council will meet in closed session at the regular scheduled city council meeting Monday, January 9, 2017 to discuss filling a council vacancy for Ward Three.
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LEADERSHIP TEXARKANA Launches NEW Community Leadership Program for Senior SAGES
Leadership Texarkana is offering a new Community Leadership program for senior adults in partnership with the SAGE program at Texarkana College.
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A&M-Texarkana to offer Victim Advocacy Certificate Course
Texas A&M University-Texarkana, in conjunction with The Center for Legal Studies, will offer a Victim Advocacy Certificate Course, beginning Jan. 9.
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Ted Cruz Meets With Officials at Red River Army Depot
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz participated in a roundtable discussion with Red River Army Depot officials.
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The Miller County 4-H I've Been Pied Fundraiser is Beginning
Miller County 4-H will present it's first "I've been pied " fundraising event.
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The Texarkana Baseball Association Starts Fall Ball in September
The Texarkana Baseball Association will host Fall Ball beginning with games on Saturday, September 10th.
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LEISD Has Chosen the Person to Finish Dan Haskin's Term
The Liberty Eylau-ISD trustees have come to a decision on the person to finish out Dan Haskin's term after his passing earlier this year.
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Texas High Tiger Football Game Tickets Are on Sale
Tickets are on sale this week for Texas High Tiger Football
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LEISD Trustees Will Meet for a Special Session
Trustees in the Liberty Eylau Independent School District will meet in special session this evening.
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Ted Cruz is Comming to Bowie County
Texas Senator Ted Cruz is scheduled to participate in a roundtable discussion at the Red River.
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TISD Has Released Back to School Dates
Important back-to-school dates for Texarkana Independent School District parents and students have been announced.
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The Private Van Ryan Marcum Memorial Endowment Has Been Established at UofA Hope-Texarkana
In order to celebrate Ryan’s memory and the sacrifice he made to serve his country, his family has established the Private Van Ryan Marcum Endowed Scholarship to help others achieve their educational dreams.
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A Twelve Year Old Boy Accidentally Shot His Nine Year Old Brother
The Texarkana Texas Police Department is investigating an accidental shooting of a twelve year old boy by his nine year old brother at their residence.
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$600,000 in Homelessness Assistance Funding Has Been Awarded to the City of Texarkana, Texas
The City of Texarkana, Texas has been awarded $600,000 in homelessness assistance funding as part of a grant competition under the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Emergency Solutions Grant Program from the U.S. Department of Housing Urban Development.
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Gov. Hutchinson Announced a High Tech Initiative for Arkansas
Governor Asa Hutchinson announced the first phase of a high tech accelerator initiative for the State of Arkansas. FIS
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The TTPD Arrested a Texas Side Woman for Stealing a Vehicle With a Child Inside
The Texarkana Texas Police Department arrested Caroline Minnieweather, of Texarkana Texas after she stole a vehicle with a child inside.
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Two Staff Members of Texas A&M Texarkana Have Authored a New Book
Dr. Teri Ann Sartor and Dr. Bill McHenry are the authors of a new book designed for professional counselors, social workers, psychologists, counselor educators and others who work with children and adolescents.
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The Hope Watermelon Festival Disc Golf Tournament is This Weekend
The Hope Watermelon Festival Disc Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday at Hope's Fair Park
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The Twin City Predators Will Be Holding Tryouts
The Twin City Predators will be holding tryouts at the Liberty Eylau Middle School.
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Edward Lamb Has Been Named Dean at U of A Hope-Texarkana
Edward Lamb, a native of Glasgow, Scotland, has been named the new Dean of the Business, Technology, and Education Division at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana
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This Weekend is the Annual Sales Tax Holiday
The annual sales tax holiday is this weekend.
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The Average Price of Gas in Arkansas Has Fallen
The average price of gas in Arkansas has fallen over the past week and is also down compared to a year ago.
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Citizens in Maud are Under a Boil Water Order
Water customers in Maud are under a boil water order following a broken water line on Fanning street.
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TxDOT is Seeking Input From Truck Drivers Who Travel I-30
TxDOT is seeking input from truck drivers who travel the I-30 corridor.
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Ashdown Schools Have Released Information on This Year's Registration and Open House
Ashdown schools have released information on this year's registration, open house, the requirements, needed documents and more.
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TxDOT Has Released Their Weekly Road Report
TxDOT has released their weekly road report.
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Cooper Tire C.O.O. Brad Hughes and C.F.O. Ginger Jones will present at the J.P. Morgan Auto Conference
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company announced today that Chief Operating Officer Brad Hughes and Chief Financial Officer Ginger Jones will present at the J.P. Morgan Auto Conference.
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Bill Clinton's Childhood Home Has Now Reopened
Former President Bill Clinton's childhood home has reopened seven months after it was damaged by fire.
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An Auction for Tax Delinquent Land Will be Held This Week
A public auction for the sale of tax delinquent land in Miller County is scheduled for this week.
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TxDOT Will Close Lanes on I-30 Near Leary
The Texas Department of Transportation plans to close lanes on I-30 near Leary for bridge work tonight.
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A Bowie County Man Has Been Sentenced to 50 Years for Sexually Abusing a Child
A Bowie County man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for sexually abusing his former girlfriend's daughter
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The Texas Department of Transportation is Scheduled to Close Lanes on I-30
The Texas Department of Transportation will close lanes on I-30 near Leary next week for bridge work.
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Bruce Holland Will be the New Executive Director of the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission
Governor Asa Hutchinson has announced Bruce Holland, former Executive Director of the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission, as the new Executive Director of the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.
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John Ratcliffe Will be Adding Wounded Warrior Fellow, Charles Jordan, to His District Staff
Rep. John Ratcliffe announced the addition of Wounded Warrior Fellow, Charles Jordan, to the district staff.
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Texas High Season Tickets go on Sale Early for Select Few
Season tickets for Texas High Tigers Football will go on sale for last year's season ticket holders beginning Monday, August 1st through Friday, August 5th.
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The TTPD has Temporarily Suspended the use of Body Cameras
Texas Police Department has temporarily suspended their body worn camera project due to the large number of technical issues and camera failures experienced.
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Voters in Little River County will Decide on Beer and Wine Sales in November
Voters in Little River County will decide in November whether or not beer and wine can be sold.
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Conner Eldridge Raised Just Under Three Hundred Thousand Dollars in His Bid for Senator
Democrat Conner Eldridge raised just under three hundred thousand dollars in his bid for Senator against Republican senator John Boozman.
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Diamond State Bank at Mineral Springs was Robbed at Gunpoint
Authorities in Howard County say the Diamond State Bank at Mineral Springs was robbed at gunpoint yesterday.
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Pink Behind the Thin Blue Line will Host a Prayer Vigil
Pink Behind the Thin Blue Line will Host a Prayer Vigil on the steps of the Bi-State Justice Building in Downtown Texarkana.
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Tomorrow is AHS' 9th Grade Parent/Teacher Night
The Ashdown High School 9th Grade Parent/Student Night will be Tuesday
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Tonight T.C. will Discuss a Public Hearing for a Property Tax Increase
The Texarkana College board of trustees will consider public hearing dates tonight for a proposed increase in property taxes.
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Tonight the Texas Side City Council Votes on a Firefighter's Collective Bargaining Opinion
The Texas side City Council votes tonight on a measure to put a firefighter's collective bargaining opinion on the ballot.
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The Arkansas Side City Board has Three Seats Up for Election
Three seats are now up for election on the Arkansas side city board.
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Harsh Weather Conditions are Expected Today
Showers and thunderstorms are possible throughout the day bringing a chance of harsh weather conditions.
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Local Student Placed High in the Henderson State University Band Camp
Local Student made 1st band, 2nd chair on trumpet in the Henderson State University Band Camp
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Texarkana, Arkansas has Completed PREP
Texarkana, Arkansas has successfully completed the requirements for Arkansas' Prospect Readiness Education Program
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A Heat Advisory is in Effect
A heat advisory in effect until 7 pm on Saturday, leading to possibly dangerous conditions.
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The Stuff-The-Bus Campaign is in Full Swing
The United Way of Greater Texarkana's Stuff-The-Bus Campaign is in full swing.
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The Best Tasting Salsa Contest is Tomorrow Morning
The Texas side farmers market will hold a Best Tasting Salsa contest tomorrow morning.
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The Texas High Athletic Department is Hosting a Summer Youth Football Camp
The Texas High Athletic Department will host a summer youth football camp for incoming 6th through 9th grade students
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A Health and Wellness School Grant Celebration Luncheon will be held on Monday
Christus St. Michael Health System and Genesis Prime Care will hold a Health and Wellness School Grant Celebration Luncheon.
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The Crater of Diamonds State Park will Host a Star Party
The Crater of Diamonds State Park at Murfreesboro will host a Star Party on Saturday night, July 30th.
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A Prayer Rally for Public Safety Officers will be Held Tomorrow
A prayer rally will take place tomorrow in New Boston for public safety officers at noon.
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The Texas Voter ID Law has Been Struck Down
A Federal Appeals Court say the Texas voter ID law discriminates against minorities and the poor.
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Medical Marijuana May Becoming Legal in Arkansas
Medical marijuana has a high chance of becoming legal in Arkansas
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The Local Boil Water Order has Been Lifted
The Boil Water Order for the Little River County Rural Development Authority has been lifted
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Bowie County's Chuck Blakenship Participates in Republican National Convention
Bowie County’s own Chuck Blakenship played an integral role in selecting the next Republican Nominee.
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The Metro PCS on Richmond was Robbed at Gunpoint
Texas side police say the Metro PCS store on Richmond road was robbed at gunpoint yesterday.
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I-30 is Being Repaved Near Hope
Contractors are working to repave a portion of I-30 near Hope.
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A Man from Columbia County will be Joining the Arkansas Public Defender Commission
A Columbia County man has been appointed to the Arkansas Public Defender Commission
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Texas' Sales Tax Holiday is Coming Next Month
This year, the sales tax holiday is scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 5-7.
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Two People Arrested Police Raid
Yesterday two people were arrested after a raid on a suspected gambling establishment.
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Governor Asa Hutchinson Announces Appointments
Governor Asa Hutchinson has announced several new appointments.
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U of A Texarkana is Now Offering Power Plant Technology Programs
The University of Arkansas at Texarkana is offering new programs in Power Plant Technology
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A Local Man was Honored with the Lone Star Award
A local man was honored with the Lone Star Award today for efforts that saved the life of an elderly woman.
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Four City Officials were Recognized as TML Leadership Fellows
Four Texas-Side City Officials were recognized by the Texas Municipal League.
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Early Voting Starts Today
Today marks the first day of early voting for the controversial M-130 "Bathroom Bill."
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One Person is Dead and Another Injured Following a Weekend Crash
Arkansas State Police say one person is dead, one other injured following a weekend crash on I-30 in Miller County
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A Mother and 3 Month Old Died Over the Weekend on I-30
Texas side police say a mother and her 3 month old son died over the weekend on I-30.
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Tomorrow Early Voting Starts to Repeal M-130
Texarkana, Arkansas residents can vote early starting tomorrow to repeal M-130.
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Several Brookshire's Stores are Coming to the Area
Brookshire's has stepped in and purchased the closed Walmart Neighborhood Markets and intends to open them us as Brookshire's stores.
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A Heat Advisory Continues Across the Area
The temperatures should increase today and tomorrow, causing health risks and other concerns.
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Texas Side Police are Seeking Assistance in Identifying a Suspect Connected with a Burglary Last Night
The Texarkana, Texas Police are seeking assistance in identifying a suspect connected with a burglary on the 4700 block of Texas Boulevard last night.
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The 30th Anniversary of the “Don’t mess with Texas” Anti-litter Campaign is this Weekend
A celebration for the 30th anniversary of the popular “Don’t mess with Texas” anti-litter campaign is coming up this weekend.
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Matthew Scott Donaldson has Been Arrested for on Multiple Drug Charges
Matthew Scott Donaldson was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
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Prissy Hickerson has Joined the Ranks of the Board of Visitors of U of A Hope-Texarkana
The University of Arkansas Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Arkansas State Representative Mary P. “Prissy” Hickerson as a member of the Board of Visitors of the University of Arkansas at Hope-Texarkana
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L.E.'s Superintendent has Announced Plans to Retire.
Liberty Eylau ISD Superintendent Roger Hailey is stepping down.
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East Texas Voters are Getting a New District 1 Representative
East Texas voters will have a new District 1 representative after Tuesday's runoff election for the Texas State Senate.
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Several Texas High Students Signed their Letters of Intent Today
Several Seniors were honored at Texas High School's Signing Day ceremony.
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Three Ashdown Seniors Recieved Scholarships from the Small Business Enterprise Serenity Café
Three Ashdown High School Seniors have been chosen as recipients of a scholarship from the Small Business Enterprise Serenity Café at Ashdown High School.
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Miller County Authorities are Taking in Individuals Accused in a Meth Distributing Ring
Miller County authorities are working to round up more than two dozen people accused in a large scale meth distributing ring.
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Randy Sams’ Announced Plans to Expand their Facilities
The Randy Sams’ Outreach Shelter has announced their intentions to increase their ability to provide services by expanding the physical size of their space via major renovations on their current campus or the acquisition and renovation of another facility.
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An Ashdown Teacher was Named an Arkansas Rural Education Teacher of the Year
A 4th grade L. F. Henderson teacher was awarded the Arkansas Rural Education Teacher of the Year
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Early Sunday Morning a Maud Man was Found Deceased After a Drunk Wrestling Match.
Early Sunday morning police were dispatched to Maud to find a man who was deceased following a drunk wrestling match.
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I-30 Westbound Exit Ramp 218 at Kings Highway in Nash will be Closed this Afternoon
The I-30 westbound exit ramp 218 at FM 989 (Kings Highway) in Nash will be closed for about four hours this afternoon
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Texas A&M University-Texarkana is Closed Today
Texas A&M University-Texarkana is closed all day and today's semester exams have been rescheduled.
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The Results of the TISD District 5 Board of Trustee Race
The unofficial results for the Texarkana ISD District 5 Board of Trustee position are in.
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Beer and Wine Sales have been Approved in Wake Village
Wake Village voters have approved the sale of beer and wine.
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Two Bond Issues Have Been Passed in the Liberty Eylau School District
Voters in the Liberty Eylau Independent School District have approved two bond issues to make improvements across the district.
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A National Day of Prayer Service was Held Today in Downtown Texarkana
A prayer service was held in Downtown Texarkana for the National Day of Prayer.
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As Part of Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month the DPS is Cautioning Motorists
May is Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month so the Texas Department of Public Safety is reminding drivers to use extra caution around motorcycles on roadways.
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The Second Annual Twice as Fine Wine Festival is this Weekend
The Tri State Area's Alzheimer's Alliance will host the Second Annual Wine Festival this Saturday at Spring Lake Park.
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Texarkana Water Utilities has a New Executive Director.
Texarkana Water Utilities has a new Executive Director following Bill King's retirement.
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Authorities in Hempstead County are Working to Locate a Missing Teenage Girl
On Monday a Teenage Girl was Reported Missing. Hempstead County officials are searching for the girl and looking for any information regarding the case.
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Ashdown School District Retirees will be Honored Later this Month
Five retirees of the Ashdown School District will be honored with a public reception on Monday, May 16 from 4-5 pm on the lawn of the Little River County Courthouse.
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U of A Hope-Texarkana's 2016 Commencement Ceremony will be Held Next Week
The University of Arkansas at Hope-Texarkana 2016 commencement ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, May 10th.
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Texarkana, Texas Rescheduled the Community Wide Yard Sale and Electronics Recycling Day
The City of Texarkana, Texas Parks and Recreation Department and Community Development Department has rescheduled the community wide yard sale and electronics recycling day for Saturday, May 14th,
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The 20th Annual Veterans Information Fair will be held Later this Month
The Texarkana area chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America will hold their 20th Annual Veterans Information Fair on Saturday, May 21st.
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A Little River County Man is Jailed Following a Police Chase
A Little River County man is jailed following a police chase over the weekend that went from Lafayette County to Texarkana.
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Tomorrow Texas A&M-Texarkana will Hold a Ceremony for a New Pavilion at Spring Lake Park
Texas A&M University-Texarkana and the City of Texarkana, Texas, will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Experiential Environmental Education Pavilion at Spring Lake Park tomorrow.
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The FFA of Liberty Eyalu High School will Hold a Chili Supper Next Week
The Liberty Eylau High School FFA will hold an auction and chili supper on next Friday.
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Arkansas Side Firemen are Investigating Last Night's Fire at the Fox Creek Apartments
Firemen on the Arkansas side are working to determine what caused a fire last night at the Fox Creek Apartments on County Avenue.
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Scheduling for Henderson State's Battle of the Ravine Series Has Been Changed
The threat of severe thunderstorms has caused Henderson State’s Battle of the Ravine series with Ouachita Baptist to be rescheduled.
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The First Ben Carson Reading Room in the State of Arkansas was Opened at L.F. Henderson Intermediate
On Friday, April 22 Arkansas’ first Ben Carson Reading Room was opened at L.F. Henderson Intermediate as a way to promote daily, independent reading.
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TxDOT has Released a Statement Urging Drivers to Look Both Ways
TxDOT released a statement urging drivers to look both ways and stay alert to prevent motorcycle accidents crashes, due to how much more likely a motorcyclist is to die in a crash.
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An Arkansas Side Man Was Moved to Bi-State in Connection to the Casey Smith Homicide
A 19 year old Arkansas side man was extradited from Tennessee and booked into the Bi-State Jail in connection to the March 29th homicide of Casey Smith.
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A Texas High School Student Won the 2016 Congressional Art Competition
Texas Representative John Ratcliffe has announced that the grand prize winner of the 2016 Congressional Art Competition is a student from Texas High.
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Strong to Severe Thunderstorms are Expected to Move into the Area this Evening
Strong to severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall will begin to move into portions of Northeast Texas and Southeast Oklahoma late this evening.
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A Lake Wind Advisory has been Issued for the Area
The National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a lake wind advisory.
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Tomorrow the Arkansas State Treasurer will Visit North Heights Junior High
Tomorrow from 12:30-2:15 pm Arkansas State Treasurer Dennis Milligan will visit North Heights Junior High.
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Texarkana, Texas has Recieved a Large Sum of Money to Help find Homes for Veterans and Other City Residents
The City of Texarkana, Texas has been awarded more than $308,897 in homeless assistance funding to help Texarkana find permanent housing solutions for homeless veterans and other Texarkana residents.
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The Arkansas Attorney General Approved a Ballot for the Arkansas Cannabis Amendment
The Arkansas Attorney General has approved a second proposed constitutional amendment ballot title to legalize marijuana in Arkansas.
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The City of Texarkana, Texas will Hold a Recycling Event on Saturday at the Rotary Splash Pad
The City of Texarkana, Texas will be accepting computers, TVs, Stereos, and other small appliances during a recycling event on Saturday.
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Texarkana is Hosting a Community Wide Yard Sale on the Texas Side this Weekend
The Texarkana, Texas Parks and Recreation Department and Community Development Department will host a community wide yard sale this Saturday.
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Texarkana, Texas will Host a Series of Public Meetings Later this Week
The City of Texarkana, Texas will host a series of public meetings on future city plans, clean-up efforts, safety and more
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Texas A&M Texarkana's Student Veterans Association will Host a Spring Gala to Benefit Patriot Paws
The Texas A&M-Texarkana Student Veterans Association will host a spring gala, raising money to benefit Patriot Paws, a non-profit organization that provides service dogs to wounded veterans.
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The Area 11 Special Olympics was the Largest Yet
People from all over the area came out and participated in the events at the Area 11 Special Olympics.
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Today Local Students Gathered at the Four States Fair Grounds to Learn the Dangers of Drinking and Driving
Local students students from DeKalb, Hooks, James Bowie, Liberty-Eylau, Maud, New Boston, Redwater and Texas High gathered at the Four States Fair Grounds today to be taught about the dangers of drinking and driving.
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The Mount Grove Baptist Church will celebrate Pastor Kenneth Reed's 19th Pastoral Anniversary
The Mount Grove Baptist Church will celebrate Pastor Kenneth Reed's 19th Pastoral Anniversary on Sunday May 1st at 7:30 am
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U.S. Marshals Arrested a Man in Relation to the Murder of Casey Smith
U.S. Marshals arrested 19 year old Anthony Wilson, Jr, of Texarkana, Arkansas, last night in Tennessee in relation to the March 29th homicide of Casey Smith.
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On Wednesday Local Students will View a Mock Accident to Teach on the Consequences of Drinking and Driving
Students from many local schools will view a mock accident scene where drinking and driving have fatal consequences, complete with emergency responders, ambulances and Life Net helicopter services on Wednesday.
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The Lafayette County Relay for Life 5K Run and Walk will be Held Later this Month
The Lafayette County Relay for Life 5K Run and Walk will take place on Saturday, April 30th at Buckner City Hall
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A Fish Fry will be Held on the 23rd to Benefit Renovation of the Town Square Project
Citizens for a Better Community will host a fish fry on Saturday the 23rd from 5 pm to 6:30 in Fouke. Proceeds will benefit renovation of the Town Square Project.
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The Four States Auto Museum will Host Several Vintage Vehicles Next Wednesday Afternoon
The Four States Auto Museum will host several vintage vehicles from 1914 through the early 60's next Wednesday afternoon, April 20th.
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Several Ashdown High School FBLA students finish at the top in State Competition
Several Ashdown High School FBLA students finish at the top in State Competition
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The First Annual Relay for Life Horseshoe Tournament is Coming this Month
Relay for Life of Little River County's first Annual Relay for Life Horseshoe Tournament has been announced and is coming this month.
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Susan Waldrep was Named the 2016 Eddie G. Bull State Advisor of the Year
Texas High School Student Council Advisor, Susan Waldrep, received a major award from the Texas Association of Student Councils.
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The TxDOT Weekly Roadwork Report has Been Released
The TxDOT Weekly Roadwork Report has Been Released for April 10-16, 2016
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For the 8th Year in a Row THS is Awarded with the National Gold Council of Excellence Award
The Texas High School Student Council was one of only 225 schools in the country to receive a special award from the National Association of Student Councils.
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Corporal Les Munn was Named National Sheepdog of the Year
Corporal Les Munn was awarded the National Sheepdog of the year award for 2015 for going "above and beyond the call of duty.
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Representatives Ratcliffe and Westerman Spoke at TC
Texas Representative John Ratcliffe and Arkansas Rep. Bruce Westman spoke at Texarkana College on the unity of the Texas and Arkansas side.
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Texarkana, Arkansas' Convention Center Files for Bankruptcy
Texarkana, Arkansas' Convention Center files for bankruptcy putting a hold on a lawsuit.
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Law Enforcement Arrested Twenty People In Hempstead County
Law enforcement arrested twenty people In Hempstead County on drug related charges.
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Ordinance M-130 Will be Brought to the Citizens for a Vote
Ordinance M-130 will be brought to for the citizens of Texarkana, Arkansas for a vote.
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Journalists Reportedly Uncovered Offshore Financial Dealings of Many Companies and People in Positions of Power
A coalition of journalists reportedly uncovered offshore financial dealings of many rich and powerful people and companies from around the world.
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Arkansas Lawmakers Head to the Capital
Arkansas lawmakers are heading to the capital to make a major decision.