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Texarkana now in the crosshairs
Texarkana has been known as the Twin Cities practically since it was founded.
Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:06am
Texarkana pilot landing in Hall of Fame
A Texarkana pilot will be one of five new inductees into the Arkansas Aviation Hall of Fame on Thursday.
Nov. 6 2019 @ 10:27pm
Reading more into remarks than I should have
Sometimes we just need to take things at face value.
Sep. 10 2019 @ 12:50am
Crosstown Rivalry: Rotarians hear coaches' spin on football, life, new beginnings
The run-up to Friday's famous cross-town rivalry would not be complete without a little reflection and philosophizing from the head coaches.
Sep. 6 2019 @ 4:36am
VIDEO | Down for the count
A garage apartment behind a house on 2520 Magnolia St. in Texarkana was flattened Wednesday.
Aug. 29 2019 @ 3:40am
Back story of storied Broad Street location
According to a "Building Memories" column written by Dr. Beverly Rowe for the Texarkana Gazette on Sept. 27 2004, the property where Regency House now sits was first deeded to Texarkana Lodge No. 341, AF&AM on June 13, 1878.
Aug. 15 2019 @ 4:48am
High Lights: City adds lighting to downtown's Kress Gap
The lights are the newest enhancement added by the city, along with the murals being painted on the east-facing wall. The lights criss-cross the area from the alley to Broad Street.
Aug. 13 2019 @ 3:35am
Gazette's redesigned website debuts
The Texarkana Gazette's newly redesigned website for mobile and desktop platforms premieres today.
Aug. 9 2019 @ 4:42am
Duos Wanted: Texarkana does twosome photo shoot downtown
At noon Wednesday, Main Street Texarkana celebrates this heritage and the "Twice as Nice" mantle we drape over our cities at the downtown courthouse and post office.
Aug. 7 2019 @ 5:08pm
A lost beach retreat
I probably should keep my mouth shut. Some intel is better kept to one's self. The more you say, the more the likelihood you change the circumstances. That's why there is no shortage of crowded beaches on the Gulf, no lack of tourist towns along its coast.
Aug. 1 2019 @ 1:26am
Perot's memorial service livestreams at 2 p.m. today
he public can view the memorial service for Texarkana's native son H. Ross Perot at 2 p.m. today at rossperot.com.
Jul. 16 2019 @ 3:13pm
Ross, me and Texarkana history
I knew Ross Perot and he knew me.
Jul. 14 2019 @ 12:15am
Perot, who died at age 89, never forgot his roots in Texarkana
Texarkana native son H. Ross Perot died early this morning. He was in Dallas, surrounded by his family.
Jul. 9 2019 @ 4:16pm
Reader's Digest names Texarkana nicest places finalist: Vote here
We've always known we're one of the nicest places around. Our water tower says so boldly.
Jul. 2 2019 @ 9:58pm
Retro Les: GPS takes wonder from road
On an excursion to North Central Arkansas a couple of weeks ago, I began reflecting on how trip planning had changed over the years. I had just missed a turn and was reviewing a copy of driving directions I had printed off the internet before leaving.
Jun. 30 2019 @ 1:41am
Old monster still on the prowl
There has been a new sighting. It is reported hanging off the north side of the Perot Theatre, bizarrely and brazenly foreshadowing the days ahead.
Jun. 10 2019 @ 11:10pm
Another city has finally ratted us out
The City of Angels has gone to the rats.
Jun. 1 2019 @ 11:00pm
Skeptic stuffed; Grim gets glad tidings
This past Sunday the Texarkana Gazette published a special section touting this city's accomplishments during this 10-year stretch. It was called Decoding the Decade and was followed by a three-day series that continued the review of important events in timeline fashion.
May. 26 2019 @ 1:48am
Measuring Progress: Putting our efforts into perspective
When we take the near view, sometimes it seems like not much is going on.
May. 19 2019 @ 7:00pm
Prescott is suddenly on the map
Many small towns lead lives of quiet desperation. Populations are on the decline and have been for years. Kids leave home for better opportunities and don't return. Hometown businesses close because they can't compete with national chains in nearby cities. Life shrinks. Few pay attention.
Apr. 28 2019 @ 2:25am