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The Texas Department of Transportation says both westbound lanes of Interstate 30 in Texarkana will close overnight Wednesday as the I-30 widening project continues.

Texarkana College has earned the top ranking in Texas for three-year student completion rates, according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

A Texarkana man is facing a felony charge after a March crash that seriously injured a pedestrian on New Boston Road.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Advertising and Promotion Commission approved more than 226-thousand dollars in event funding this week, including 181-thousand dollars for five events at Big Dam Water Park.

A Texarkana man has pleaded guilty in federal court to a drug charge involving what he believed was fentanyl.

The parents of a construction worker killed in an Interstate 30 work zone crash near New Boston have filed a wrongful death lawsuit in federal court.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department says a juvenile suspect has been arrested in connection with the High Point shooting that happened April 27th.

A new vending machine offering free Narcan, the emergency treatment used to reverse opioid overdoses, has been installed in the lobby of Randy Sams’ Outreach Center in Texarkana.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department says officers located a vehicle belonging to a missing Louisiana man Tuesday in the 200 block of East Street in Texarkana, Arkansas.

A Texarkana woman was arrested Monday on a trademark counterfeiting charge after authorities say she falsely claimed to represent the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation program.

Authorities are investigating a domestic-related shooting Tuesday morning at the Texarkana Aluminum plant in Nash that left two people dead and one injured.

A Pennsylvania woman visiting Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park discovered a 3.09-carat white diamond during a trip she said brought comfort after recent family losses.

A federal lawsuit involving the alleged sexual abuse of a 15-year-old girl in the Texarkana Texas Police Department Explorer Program has expanded to include the Boy Scouts of America, now known as Scouting America, along with Learning for Life and the Caddo Area Council.

As hospice fraud cases continue to surface across Texas and the country, Hospice of Texarkana is publicly reaffirming its commitment to ethical and compassionate end-of-life care.

A Texarkana man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly causing a crash and leaving the scene on U.S. Highway 67.

Main Street Texarkana is asking residents to share their ideas for the future of downtown Texarkana through a new public survey.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is warning residents to stay alert after one of its officers was targeted in a scam attempt Tuesday morning.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana is joining a statewide effort to help younger students explore college and career opportunities.

A Texarkana man is in the Bowie County Jail after allegedly assaulting a woman with muscular dystrophy.

A man charged in a 2025 Texarkana homicide is due in Miller County District Court Tuesday for a pretrial hearing.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meeting Monday night shifted from routine business to tense debate over grant funding and community representation.

A youth job fair is set for this week in Texarkana, offering teens and young adults a chance to land summer jobs and career opportunities.

A Texarkana man is facing multiple felony charges following a traffic stop in West Texas.

A new Arkansas law will soon bring added safety measures to school locker rooms.

The Texarkana, Texas Fire Department is investigating a deadly house fire that happened late Friday night in the 1800 block of West 7th Street.

Texarkana Water Utilities will temporarily change how it disinfects drinking water starting today, for about four weeks as part of routine maintenance.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 46-year-old Gordon Lemons, who is wanted on multiple serious charges related to sexual assault.

A Texarkana man has been arrested and charged with stalking after allegedly violating a no-contact order involving his former girlfriend.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has earned top honors at the 41st Annual Educational Advertising Awards in Atlanta, Georgia.

TexAmericas Center has announced progress on Project Big Pine, a 400-acre development in Bowie County aimed at attracting data centers, artificial intelligence infrastructure, and other power-intensive industries.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is reminding residents to stay alert when donating or making purchases at fundraising tables outside local businesses.

Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman.

The Texarkana Texas Farmers’ Market is set to kick off its 2026 season on Saturday, May 2nd.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana has expanded its online education offerings, now providing 23 degree programs that can be completed entirely online.

Police say a woman is facing multiple charges after a crash involving a 3-month-old child early Sunday morning.

A major aviation company is bringing new jobs to the Texarkana area.

An 18-year-old Hope man is facing capital murder charges in connection with the February shooting death of a 20-year-old man.

Richard Markeil “Lucky” Henson, one of two men convicted in the 2003 robbery and killing of three employees at the Texarkana Outback Steakhouse, has been denied parole.

The Miller County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam involving a caller posing as law enforcement.

Hospice of Texarkana is encouraging community support during East Texas Giving Day on Tuesday, April 28, with donations matched dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000 by an anonymous donor.

Drivers in Texarkana should prepare for delays as the Texas Department of Transportation will close both westbound lanes of Interstate 30 on Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24.

A traffic stop in Texarkana led to an arrest after a driver allegedly gave police false information during a stop on St. Michael Drive.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Police Department is encouraging residents to participate in National Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, April 25.

A Texarkana man has been charged with two counts of child endangerment following a crash tied to a family dispute that began at a yard sale last month.

A Nash, Texas man was killed Sunday morning in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on St. Michael Drive in Texarkana.

A Texarkana man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking.

A unique fundraising event will take place in downtown Texarkana this weekend, giving participants the chance to rappel down a high-rise building to support local children.

A nonprofit organization is working to improve community safety and reduce substance abuse across the Texarkana area

A shoplifting attempt turned violent Monday morning, resulting in a robbery arrest, according to the Texarkana, Texas Police Department.

A 46-year-old man was killed Sunday evening during an officer-involved shooting east of Texarkana, according to Arkansas State Police.

Texarkana, Texas Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that happened Friday evening.

Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into more than 1,000 cities across Texas, including Texarkana and Tyler, over alleged unlawful tax increases.

A Bowie County judge has dismissed an aggravated assault charge against a man accused of attacking a Central Mall employee in 2024.

The Texas Department of Transportation says a temporary closure is coming to Interstate 30 in Texarkana.

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A state appellate court has denied a request for a new trial from a man convicted of assaulting a police officer in Texarkana.

Volunteers across East Texas are coming together to support an 8-year-old boy battling an aggressive form of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

Mayors from three Texarkana-area cities gathered Wednesday for their annual “State of the City” presentations, highlighting recent accomplishments and future goals.

Police in Texarkana say a man was arrested Monday after causing a disturbance at a fast-food restaurant on Richmond Road.

Students attending University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana may be eligible for Pell Grants to help cover the cost of summer classes.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is increasing enforcement efforts to crack down on distracted driving across the state.

Keep Texarkana Beautiful, along with the City of Texarkana, Texas, is hosting the Annual Spring Clean-Up this Saturday, April 11th, starting at 8 a.m.

The State of Texas is investing in drone production at Red River Army Depot with a $5 million grant.

Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas is hosting a Manufacturing Job Fair in Texarkana on Tuesday, April 14.

The deadline is approaching for Hempstead County seniors to apply for the Hempstead Guarantee Scholarship at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana.

A Texarkana man was arrested Wednesday evening after leading police on a short chase in a stolen vehicle.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is warning residents about a new text message scam that is circulating locally and across the country.

A Pine Bluff woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly attempting to steal from the same Texarkana store twice in less than a week.

Testimony began Tuesday in the trial of a Texarkana man accused of intentionally running over another man in a church parking lot last year.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department says residents should expect a larger-than-usual emergency alert test this Thursday.

Texarkana, Texas police arrested an 18-year-old man following an attempted burglary at a convenience store early Saturday morning.

Human remains discovered in a wooded area in Texarkana last summer have been identified as a woman who had been reported missing.

A Texarkana, Texas woman is now in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after pleading guilty to child endangerment charges earlier this year.

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is heading to Texarkana for the second annual Waggin’ Wiener Run hosted by LNKTXK.

Energy Exploration Technologies Inc., also known as EnergyX, is unveiling a first-of-its-kind lithium plant in East Texas.

Texarkana, Texas Police are asking for the public’s help locating 30-year-old Freddie Miller, who is wanted in connection with an aggravated robbery Tuesday afternoon on Bowie Street.

Two Arkansas women are facing charges in Bowie County after being accused of stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise from a Texarkana store.

A Texarkana man already charged with capital murder is now facing a new charge after an alleged assault inside the Bowie County jail.

Texarkana police say they’re stepping up enforcement after multiple calls about teens causing problems at the Richmond Ranch shopping area.

Texarkana Regional Airport Authority Executive Director Paul Mehrlich will step down April 3 after accepting a leadership role at another airport.

Main Street Texarkana has been recognized by Main Street America as one of only two programs in Arkansas to report an increase in downtown visitors in 2025.

The Red River Army Depot is set to receive a major boost following a new federal initiative aimed at expanding drone manufacturing.

— Travelers across the country are arriving early for flights as Transportation Security Administration workers continue to report to work without pay during the ongoing government shutdown.

The Texarkana, Texas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects connected to a theft at Best Buy.

The Texarkana, Texas Police Department arrested 78-year-old David Keggan of Queen City for Online Solicitation of a Minor under 14 years old and Possession of Child Pornography on Wednesday afternoon.

Frustration is growing among local contractors after Texarkana Water Utilities reportedly stopped allowing commercial companies to dump green waste at its compost facility off South Stateline.

Keep Texarkana Beautiful, in partnership with the City of Texarkana, Texas, will host its Annual Spring Clean-Up on Saturday, April 11, starting at 8:00 a.m.

An Ashdown man is facing a felony forgery charge after allegedly giving a bail bondsman a counterfeit $100 bill.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has announced a new scholarship program aimed at helping Arkansas students pay for their first year of college.

The Texarkana Texas Fire Department will resume routine weekly testing of the city’s 13 outdoor warning sirens.

Applications are now open for the Texas Education Freedom Account program, offering families up to $10,474 per year for private school tuition and expenses.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police department is warning about a new text message scam is circulating that claims you owe money for an unpaid traffic toll.

The Pleasant Grove Independent School District Board says the district cannot afford to add three-point seat belts to older school buses right now.

A Texarkana man faces serious charges after a traffic stop in Ashdown last month.

The City of Texarkana, Texas has announced it will open applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding on Monday, March 16, 2026, and will be available online, in person, or by email. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on April 20, 2026.

Harvest Regional Food Bank will host its annual Wine and Jazz Gala Friday, March 13th at the historic Silvermoon on Broad in downtown Texarkana.

Texarkana, Texas Police have arrested a man after officers discovered disturbing conditions inside a home on Rio Grande Street.

The Texarkana Arkansas Planning Commission approved plans for new duplex housing but denied a proposal for a transitional housing program during a recent meeting.

Texarkana police are asking for the public’s help locating a woman wanted in connection with a large payday loan fraud investigation.

A major lithium project near Texarkana will be officially unveiled later this month.

A Texarkana event venue says it is shutting down after a weekend event involving unsafe and disrespectful behavior.

An Arkansas judge has dismissed a felony theft case against a Texarkana pawnshop owner.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is warning residents about a new IRS phone scam.

Police in Texarkana, Arkansas, have identified a suspect in the stabbing of a FedEx delivery driver earlier this week.

A Texarkana man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted in a deadly 2024 shooting.

Police in Texarkana, Arkansas are investigating a stabbing Tuesday evening at the EZ Mart on East 9th Street.

Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate at Federal Correctional Institution Texarkana.

The Miller County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 30-year-old inmate at the Miller County Detention Center.

A Texarkana motorcycle mechanic is facing three theft charges after allegedly keeping customers’ bikes and cutting off contact.

A Miller County Detention Center correctional officer has been arrested following a K-9 search connected to an ongoing investigation.

Voters across Texas and Arkansas are casting ballots Today in the 2026 primary election.

A Texarkana registered nurse is facing felony charges after authorities say she exploited a disabled stroke victim and misused his money.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is warning residents about a new text message scam targeting Amazon customers.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department says two women have been arrested and three others are wanted after a year-long fraud investigation involving a local payday loan business.

Drivers in Texarkana should be aware of ramp changes on westbound Interstate 30 this Friday, February 27, 2026.

The Wake Village Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a person connected to two reported wine thefts at EZ Mart.

The priority deadline to apply for a University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation scholarship is April 15.

The City of Texarkana has issued a boil water notice that went in to effect yesterday after low water pressure in the system.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating two people wanted on felony animal cruelty warrants.

The 16th Annual CEP Bi-States Hybrid Horticulture Conference and Seed Swap is set for Thursday, March 26, in Texarkana.

The Texas Department of Transportation is announcing new westbound ramp closures on Interstate 30 in Texarkana starting midday Monday, as part of the ongoing widening project.

The Texarkana Arkansas City Board of Directors has voted to place tax liens on dozens of properties to recover cleanup costs.

Texarkana Water Utilities will close a section of Caddo Street beginning Monday, February 23rd, for utility repairs.

A Texarkana pastor is being held in the Miller County jail on five counts of rape.

A 49-year-old woman is behind bars after allegedly trying to smuggle drugs and cigarettes to her son at the Bowie County Jail.

Texarkana Texas Police need your help identifying a woman involved in a "distraction theft" that cost a local business several thousand dollars.

A 48-year-old Texarkana woman is facing a felony charge after allegedly hitting a 75-year-old woman in the face at a Subway on Richmond Road last month.

A Bowie County man is facing an intoxication assault charge after a three-car crash earlier this month.

The Texarkana Arkansas School District is celebrating a new campus expansion at Fairview Academy of Humanities and Innovation.

Funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has expired, triggering a partial federal government shutdown that could disrupt air travel nationwide.

A 20-year-old man from Hope died Sunday after a shooting that led to a vehicle crash, according to the Hope Police Department.

The Texas Department of Transportation has launched a new teen seat belt safety campaign in partnership with the University Interscholastic League.

Two men are facing arson charges after authorities say they started a fire inside a vacant building in Texarkana, Texas to stay warm.

A routine diamond search turned historic at Crater of Diamonds State Park after two friends discovered a rare 6.03-carat yellow diamond during a TikTok livestream.

The Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training, known as CLEST, wrapped up its first day of hearings Tuesday, February 10, with a key vote involving a former Miller County K-9 officer.

A juvenile has been arrested after allegedly making a verbal threat against students at Horatio High School.

A national animal protection group has rescued 51 large dogs from a former rescue property in Ashdown, Arkansas, following a court-ordered shutdown of the facility.

Investigators with the 8th South Drug Task Force say they uncovered a major methamphetamine trafficking operation in November of 2025.

An 18-year-old New Boston man is facing charges after police say he refused to let a teenage girl out of his car.

Texarkana Texas Police arrested a man early Friday morning after a break-in at a local restaurant.

A Texarkana woman is facing three counts of child endangerment after police say she left her three young children home alone while she was at work.

A 49-year-old Texarkana man is facing aggravated assault charges after allegedly pushing his girlfriend down steep porch steps, breaking her leg.

LifeShare Blood Center is facing a critical blood and platelet shortage after recent winter weather disrupted donations across the Texarkana region.

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has declared a state of emergency ahead of severe winter weather expected this weekend.

Southwestern Electric Power Company says more than 2,300 linemen and support workers are on standby as Winter Storm Fern moves into the region.

Here are key precautionary measures recommended for residents in Texarkana, Texas, based on guidance from local authorities, TxDOT, the National Weather Service, Texas state resources, and general winter storm prep:

Southwestern Electric Power Company is monitoring a winter storm forecast that could bring snow, ice, and extreme cold to the Texarkana area this weekend.

The Texarkana Homeless Coalition has rescheduled its annual Bridge City Chili Cook-Off to Friday, January 30, due to weather.

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for much of the ArkLaTex from Friday morning through Sunday morning.

A Louisiana man accused of stealing thousands of dollars in tools from a Texarkana Home Depot is also suspected in similar thefts at stores in other Texas cities.

Texarkana residents are invited to attend a Community Water Forum to learn more about water services, billing concerns, and future infrastructure projects.

Texarkana residents are invited to spice things up for a good cause at the Bridge City Project Chili Cookoff, set for Friday, January 23rd, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in downtown Texarkana.

Effective January 2, Arkansas drivers can take part in two new voluntary programs designed to make traffic stops safer and less stressful for people with mental illness or autism.

The Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council African American Committee will host its 26th annual African American Voice program on Friday, January 16, 2026.

Westside Church of Christ will host a drive-through food distribution on Saturday, January 17, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., or until supplies run out.

A Texarkana woman is facing a felony charge after allegedly posting intimate videos of her boyfriend’s former girlfriend on social media.

Technical workers who help protect critical infrastructure networks will have a chance to attend a free, four-day cybersecurity training course this April in Texarkana.

Texarkana residents are urging city leaders to act as water bills continue to rise, with some calling the increases unaffordable.

Texarkana, Texas police are asking for the public’s help locating 36-year-old Zachary Sanders, also known as Zachary Upchurch.

The Texas Department of Transportation will host a free car seat check on Thursday, January 15, in Texarkana.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is warning residents about a phishing scam targeting Apple users.

Miller County District Court is offering amnesty for outstanding misdemeanor warrants beginning Monday.

A 22-year-old Texarkana man was killed Friday afternoon in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 49 in Miller County. Arkansas

Texarkana College has announced a new scholarship program called Texarkana Promise, aimed at making college more affordable for local students.

Texarkana Texas Police have made two more arrests in the December 20th shooting of a 61-year-old man.

An investigation is underway after a man was found shot to death inside a Hope residence early Thursday morning.

Changes are coming to the Entertainment District in downtown Texarkana, Arkansas, following Monday night’s Board of Directors meeting.

The Texarkana City Council meets Monday to vote on two major items affecting the city’s economy and utility costs.

Police have arrested a 16-year-old boy in connection with a fatal shooting that followed an alleged vehicle break-in in Texarkana.

The City of Texarkana, Texas is warning residents and local businesses about an ongoing email phishing scam.

Texarkana Texas Police are asking for the public’s help to locate a man wanted in connection with a series of burglaries reported Christmas morning.

A public town hall focused on accountability is scheduled for Thursday, January 29.

Drivers on Interstate 30 westbound should plan for a long-term closure starting Monday, January 5.

Texarkana, Texas Police are investigating a shots fired incident that happened around 10 o’clock Wednesday morning near Anthony and Yale Streets.

A Texarkana man is facing a child endangerment charge after his 4-year-old daughter was found wandering alone in a high-traffic area in mid-December.

The Bowie County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam reported in the area.

A new Texas law taking effect January 1, 2026, will require most county sheriffs who operate jails to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.

A countywide burn ban is now in effect in Bowie County due to unusually dry and windy conditions.

The Bowie County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two related shooting incidents that happened early December 26 in the DeKalb area.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Police Department is warning residents about a new scam involving unexpected packages.

Police in Texarkana, Texas have arrested a suspect in a late-night shooting that happened Saturday in the 300 block of Robison Place.

Texarkana College is celebrating a major milestone with the graduation of its first class from the Aviation Maintenance Technician program.

A pedestrian was killed Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle on U.S. Highway 82 near Vanderbilt Road, just east of the Texarkana city limits.

Even with many organizations fighting hunger, some families in the community still need help.

Texarkana, Texas Police are investigating two separate shootings over the weekend that left both victims in critical condition.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is warning travelers about a new phishing scam.

First Assistant District Attorney Kelley Crisp has filed a motion asking the court to allow a state expert to evaluate capital murder defendant Clyde Allen Stephens if his defense raises claims of incompetency or insanity.

The East Texas Food Bank will hold a food distribution on Monday, December 22nd from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Liberty-Eylau Middle School in Texarkana.

The BeLikeCJ Foundation surprised third graders at Westlawn Elementary with bicycles during its annual Christmas giveaway.

A former Texarkana Texas Independent School District substitute teacher is facing five felony counts of injury to a child after alleged abuse was captured on classroom video.

A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper has been suspended following a DWI arrest after a crash in Cass County.

Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the City of Texarkana on being named a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community.

A Springdale, Arkansas man is being held in the Bowie County jail after allegedly stealing and cashing a check for more than nine thousand dollars from a Nash business.

A Texarkana, Arkansas woman has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for drug trafficking.

Texarkana College is launching a new flight training program beginning in early spring 2026.

A former Miller County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been arrested following an investigation into missing funds from the agency’s K-9 account.

Harvest Regional Food Bank will distribute shelf-stable food boxes and fresh produce Wednesday, December 17, to help meet hunger relief needs across the Texarkana area.

A Bowie County jury has sentenced Rodney Jerel Lindley to two life sentences for the shooting death of a Texarkana mother.

A man was killed Saturday afternoon after being struck by a train while walking his dog on railroad tracks near West Fifth and Lelia Streets.

A federal appeals court has overturned the 14-year prison sentence of a Texarkana man convicted of fentanyl trafficking linked to a fatal overdose.