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Look Up!

photo by Steven Holzinger of Zinger Aviation Media
Before the first jet ever streaks across the Texarkana sky on June 27, there will be a feeling in the air, sparked by excitement, the kind that stirs memories and makes people stop and look up. For one day, the rumble of engines and the sight of aircraft soaring overhead will transform Texarkana. It will become a celebration of the American spirit, hometown pride, and the wonder that can still make a child dream bigger than the horizon.
Posted on June 4, 2026 in Community & Culture READ MORE

Escape Close to Home

You do not have to travel far from Texarkana to discover unforgettable escapes. … Whether you are looking for riverside relaxation, outdoor adventure, a cozy cabin stay, or a family-friendly destination, there is something nearby for everyone. … Unwind in a luxury treehouse tucked into the woods of Hot Springs National Park, gather family and friends for a spacious riverfront stay, or enjoy peaceful evenings near Lake Greeson.
Posted on June 3, 2026 in Life & Style READ MORE

Ridge Retreat

Photos by Matt Cornelius
Set along a quiet stretch of countryside in De Kalb, Texas, this modern ranch was designed as a second home, a place to slow down and enjoy the outdoors. The kind of quiet you can’t find in everyday life. From the beginning, the vision was simple: create a comfortable ranch retreat with elevated touches, where natural materials and open views set the tone. … Inside, warm whites and soft earth tones keep the palette easy and inviting, layered with natural wood accents and black finishes for contrast.
Posted on June 3, 2026 in Life & Style READ MORE

Red River Army Depot’s Next Mission

In 1939, Texarkana was still fighting to recover from the Great Depression. While projects funded through the Works Progress Administration helped provide jobs and infrastructure, local leaders knew the region needed something far greater to secure long-term economic stability. In response, the Texarkana Chamber of Commerce assembled a group led by Robert Maxwell to pursue federal defense-related opportunities tied to America’s growing military preparations ahead of World War II. Their initial goal was modest:
Posted on June 3, 2026 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Taste Buds

photo by Matt Cornelius
We Got a Sitter for This … Taste Buds Goes on a Downtown Double Date … Shelby … When Andrew floated the idea of a double date night downtown for the Taste Buds column, I didn’t even let him finish the sentence. Yes. Absolutely yes. The grandparents were called, the sitter situation was handled, and the girls were finally getting a night out, because if you have been reading this column for any length of time, you know we are the wives behind those tired dads. We have earned this. … What followed was one of those evenings that remind you why you love where you live.
Posted on June 3, 2026 in Community & Culture READ MORE

Monte Dobson

Photos courtesy of Monte Dobson
Monte Dobson is a native of Texarkana, Arkansas, and a 1983 graduate of Arkansas High School. … Shaped by a supportive and resilient mother who guided him through his father’s loss and instilled in him the values that would carry him into a global career, Texarkana remains a foundational part of who he is. … Dobson earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering while his wife, Christine, completed her Ph.D. in Social Work.
Posted on June 2, 2026 in TXK Roots READ MORE

Good Evening TXK

The first thing I noticed was how blue the water looked. It wasn’t regular blue either… vacation blue. It was that blue you see on Instagram that looks fake in photos and makes everybody back home comment things like “Need this!” while sitting in traffic on their lunch break. … The four of us stood there for a second when we first arrived, just staring at the ocean as if we had discovered it ourselves. I think that’s what vacations really are at their core—grown adults paying thousands of dollars to temporarily believe life is softer than it actually is, right?
Posted on June 2, 2026 in Sports & Entertainment READ MORE

Publisher's Letter

photo by Brittany Robles
Summer has arrived, and with it, the words every parent and teenager has been waiting for, “School is out.” We limped through that final month like everyone else, counting down days, surviving the sprint of the end-of-year everything, and watching my kids run completely out of steam somewhere around the second week of May. They were done. I was done. The golf course was calling their names, and honestly, a new routine was calling mine. … And what better way to kick off summer than to do something you will absolutely love (and occasionally regret)? We bought a boat.
Posted on May 29, 2026 in Life & Style READ MORE

Life of TXK Photo Contest Sponsored by State Bank

Overall Winner (ON THE COVER) … Sports Photography … Athletes, teams, and moments of competition that capture the energy, intensity, and emotion of sports in the Texarkana area. Sports photography often requires quick reflexes, fast shutter speeds, and precise timing to freeze peak action and tell the story of the game. … “Chip Shot” by Annie Smith … Inspiration … This was actually my very first time photographing golf, so I went in knowing nothing except the fact that I wanted to capture a unique shot.
Posted on May 5, 2026 in Community & Culture READ MORE
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Talk Tuesday

  • TISD 2026 Top Ten

    Published June 2, 2026

    … David Linn Mayo … David Linn Mayo has been named the Valedictorian for the 2026 graduating class of Texas High School.

  • Swing, Stay, Repeat

    Published June 2, 2026

    … Two hours from Texarkana, tucked into the pine-draped hills of the Ouachita Mountains, there is a place where the lakes are glassy

  • When It Matters Most

    Published May 26, 2026

    HOMETOWN PARTNER SPOTLIGHT … For more than 85 years, Texarkana Funeral Home has served families across the Four States Area with compassion

  • Eagle Rising

    Published May 19, 2026

    HOMETOWN PARTNER SPOTLIGHT … If you have not been paying close attention to what is happening out on University Avenue, now is the time to look up.

  • Million Dollar Results

    Published May 12, 2026

    … HOMETOWN PARTNER SPOTLIGHT … Blake Montgomery is a personal injury attorney in Texarkana, Arkansas.

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