With the new year off and running, Main Street Texarkana reconvened its board and took stock. The first order of business was welcoming new officers and members. The official roster is as follows:
- President-Larry White
- Vice president-Charles Blankenship, M.D.
- Secretary-Steve Thompson
- Treasurer-Sheila Osborne Wagnon
New board members:
- Collins Bruner
- Jeff Kesler
- Virginia Trammell
- Jason Williams
Main Street Texarkana has upcoming events. The Main Street Texarkana Kickoff Party will be 5-8 p.m. this Friday at 1894 City Market.
"We want to show off this renovated historic property to Texarkana and we will be displaying local art for sale. All Main Street members will be able to purchase for a discount," said Ina McDowell, Main Street Texarkana director.
Memberships start at $25. There will be wine and hors d'oeuvres served. Local performer Dexter Rowe will provide live music.
The 11th annual Run The Line Half Marathon takes place Saturday. Start time is 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of Broad and Main streets in downtown Texarkana. Participants must be at least 13 years old by race day. Course maps, online registration and more can be found at txkruntheline.org.