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Grillin’ & Chillin’ … This Father’s Day, celebrate Dad’s love for grilling and chilling with the perfect gifts that cater to his passion for outdoor cooking and relaxation. From top-of-the-line grilling accessories to cozy backyard essentials, spoil him with thoughtful presents that elevate his grilling game and ensure ultimate relaxation in his favorite outdoor oasis.
Posted on June 2, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Publisher's Letter

photo by Matt Cornelius
As we gear up for the dog days of summer, a popular saying often resurfaces in conversations and across social media platforms: “You only have eighteen summers with your child, so make them count.” This phrase reminds us time is a thief. … These eighteen summers offer us a unique window to celebrate life together free from the usual rush of the school year. It is our chance to really engage in whatever our kids love to do, enjoy just being there with them, and make memories full of adventure.
Posted on June 1, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Inaugural Life of TXK Photo Contest

“Lightning Across Two States” by Eric Ethridge
Texarkana Magazine proudly presents the winners of the inaugural Life of TXK photo contest. Each winning photograph provides a distinct glimpse of the community, demonstrating remarkable talent and creativity. The contest featured five categories, with the overall winner and the special smartphone categories receiving cash prizes.
Posted on May 5, 2024 in Community & Culture READ MORE

I Don’t Take Notes & I Don’t Do Windows

photo by Matt Cornelius
Those in Miller, Bowie, and Hempstead counties who know Julia Peck Mobley, think of her as a savvy businesswoman, tough-as-nails, with a no-nonsense mindset. After all, Julia was once the single shareholder of Commercial National Bank (CNB), the reigns of which her father, George Peck, passed to her during an era when having a female bank CEO and chairman of the board was unheard of. … Julia established herself in a male-dominated profession as she took on her father’s philosophy that aligned the banking profession with sales.
Posted on May 4, 2024 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Daniel Pierce

photo by Daniel Pierce
Daniel Pierce, formerly known as Danny Hall, has always been drawn to the ocean and surrounded by free-spirited and open-minded individuals. Today, he finds solace wandering the bustling Venice Boardwalk or enjoying the solitude of Malibu’s beaches. He also remains grateful for his roots. Daniel’s early life was spent on a 20-acre pasture in Nash, Texas, where he lived with his single father, whom he only met at the age of six.
Posted on May 4, 2024 in TXK Roots READ MORE

Thresholds of Renewal

photos by Matt Cornelius
It’s easy to imagine what drew Jeanie Conway to her home. Driving up to the front, the large wrap-around porch is warm and inviting. Large planters overflowing with life stand tall on either side of the front door. Each home reflects so many things about the lives of the inhabitants, and the most interesting parts of every house are the stories told by each carefully curated space. … The Conway house boasts a sense of growth and revival through its colorful pallet and inviting design. It has the location of fresh starts and a renewed focus on the joys of life.
Posted on May 4, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Brighter than the CANDLE

photo by Matt Cornelius
In all the stories we hear daily about human resilience, few move us more profoundly than those about children battling chronic medical conditions. Austin Taylor, a now 11-year-old Red Lick student who is battling Chronic Atypical Neutrophilic Dermatosis with Lipodystrophy and Elevated Temperature (CANDLE) Syndrome, is an inspirational example of this truth. Taylor has shown remarkable courage and stands stronger every day in the face of this relentless opponent. … From the early age of three days old, his mother, Carly Armstrong, recognized signs of distress.
Posted on May 4, 2024 in Life & Style READ MORE

Decoding the Impact

How will school vouchers impact local students? … The runoff election for Texas House District 1 is approaching. The candidates are addressing a variety of important issues. Texarkana Magazine has chosen to focus specifically on how implementing a proposed education voucher system in the state of Texas will impact local students.
Posted on May 3, 2024 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Always Learning Book Review

photo by Matt Cornelius
This May marks 25 years since I graduated from Texas High School. It’s around this time of year that I like to offer suggestions for books that will inspire and motivate our budding graduates. When I graduated high school, the book of choice for gifting was Chicken Soup for the Soul. I believe I had multiple iterations of that book; I had one for my teenage soul, my graduate soul, and my ordinary soul.
Posted on May 3, 2024 in Community & Culture READ MORE
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