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Jordan Kennedy Evans

photo by Karee Schnoring
Jordan Kennedy Evans, a proud Texarkana native, now calls Sarasota, Florida, home with her husband David and their two daughters, Willa Mae (6) and Abby Jean (2). … Professionally, Jordan serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Native American Advancement Foundation (NAAF). Under her leadership, NAAF has expanded its impact across the Tohono O’odham Nation, securing state and federal funding while cultivating partnerships that are both culturally appropriate and community-centered.
Posted on November 3, 2025 in TXK Roots READ MORE

The Monthly Mix

Celebration Table … The holidays come to life around the table, where stories, laughter, and memories are made more special with every meal. Whether you are hosting an elegant dinner party with heirloom china and crystal stemware or a casual gathering with acrylic tumblers and charming paper goods, Texarkana’s local shops have everything you need.
Posted on November 2, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

Publisher's Letter

Five years. It feels a little surreal to write those words. … This month, we are celebrating both a milestone and a season of gratitude. I cannot think of a better pairing. Five years ago, Texarkana Magazine was just a conversation between people who believed enough to try. We didn’t know if we could pull it off. We just knew we had to try. And somehow, with the right people by our side, we did. Every page of this magazine is a testament to the people who showed up alongside me to pursue this dream. None of this is lost on me.
Posted on November 2, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

Thanksgiving Potluck

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CASSY MEISENHEIMER—Grandma Iles' Delicious Dressing

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INGREDIENTS

… • 2 pkgs Jiffy cornbread, prepared according to directions … • 2 cups cooked rice (1 cup raw) • ½ carton chicken livers, cooked, cooled, chopped (optional but adds flavor) … • 2 chicken breasts, baked, cooled, chopped … • 1 large onion, chopped … • 3 stalks celery with tops, finely chopped … • 1 bunch green onions, snipped … • ½ bunch parsley, snipped … • 4 boiled eggs, chopped … • 2 cups chicken broth (canned or homemade) • Tabasco, kosher salt, pepper to taste …

INSTRUCTIONS

… • Saute vegetables and let cool.
Posted on November 1, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

Faith in Every Stroke

When she was only 26 years old, New York Magazine named Texarkana native Jessica Haas “the mother of the speed painting movement.” Still, it is more than just her ability to create phenomenal art at high speeds that makes her the impactful person she is today. Haas attributes the support of her family, an encouraging art teacher, and the local pageant system as the catalysts for her success.
Posted on October 5, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

Frightfully Stylish

photos by Matt Cornelius
Holiday decorating does not get much better than this. From the moment guests arrive at the drive, pumpkins and playful skeletons set the tone for a home where style meets seasonal spirit. Designed with striking architecture and a seamless flow between indoors and out, the house celebrates light and openness. Walls of windows frame wooded views from every room, while the brick exterior and thoughtful layout give it timeless character. … The courtyard, complete with a glowing fire feature, offers an intimate retreat—perfect for gathering on cool fall nights beneath string lights.
Posted on October 4, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

A Life in Focus

Capitol Reef National Park photo by Don Riddle
Don Riddle, a retired Marine officer and former business owner, now finds his greatest inspiration in the night sky. Photographing the Milky Way above the rugged landscapes of America’s national parks has become his life’s pursuit. For Riddle, photography is about more than creating beautiful images. It is about encouraging others to pause, look up, and recognize that the universe is vast, breathtaking, and that our parks are worth protecting. … Riddle spent his early years serving his country as a Marine officer, a role that taught him both discipline and leadership.
Posted on October 4, 2025 in Community & Culture READ MORE

Living Light

Jay Shinn sculptures in the Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas. photo by Allison V. Smith
Jay Shinn was born in the small town of Magnolia, Arkansas, and grew up in a large family. As a young boy, he often accompanied his father to his job, where his dad oversaw the construction sites of new motels. Watching his father work inspired his childhood plans for the future. “For most of my childhood, I thought I would become an architect, because I didn’t see a clear path to being an artist. But I always came back to drawing and painting,” he recalls. … At seven, Shinn enrolled in Marjorie’s House of Artists, a staple of Magnolia.
Posted on October 4, 2025 in Community & Culture READ MORE

Kayla Hamilton

Movement 3—A black and white dance image of Kayla Hamilton, a Black woman, on a city street. She is throwing her head back as her dreads flow with her, and she pushes her arms outward. Her legs are wide and slightly bent. She is wearing jeans and a knee-length cardigan that wraps around her thighs. photo by Travis McGee
Kayla Hamilton is a Texas-born, Bronx, NY-based performance maker, dancer, educator, and consultant. Lauded for her work in the dance, disability arts, education, and access fields. Hamilton has received numerous national awards, recognitions, and fellowships and was recently named one of Dance Magazine’s “25 to Watch” for 2025. She has performed and shared work at the Whitney Museum, Gibney, Performance Space New York, New York Live Arts, Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance, and The Shed in New York City.
Posted on October 3, 2025 in TXK Roots READ MORE

Industry Influencers

The Industry Influencers special advertising section showcases the leaders and innovators impacting Texarkana’s key industries. From entrepreneurs to local professionals, these individuals drive growth and shape the community’s future.
Posted on October 3, 2025 in Business & Politics READ MORE
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