Texarkana Gazette

Officials work to lessen impact of infected inmates | Plans are in place to protect local health care resources Bowie County Judge Bobby Howell said Saturday that he and other Emergency Operation Center officials are coordinating with Texas Department of Criminal Justice to minimize the impact infected Telford inmates may have on local hospital resources. by Lynn LaRowe Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:18am

Police: No significant rise in family violence seen during lockdown Incidents of violence against family members often escalate when people are forced to spend time together. by Lori Dunn Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:24am

Local pet care providers still offer services during outbreak Even during these troubled times our furry friends still need attention - not just from us, but from the professionals. by Junius Stone Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:30am

Looking Back | Haynes reflects on 2013 Boston Marathon bombing Jeff Haynes caught a second wind late while running the Boston Marathon in 2013. It might've just saved his life. by Josh Richert Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 2:15am

Take a seat: Virtual tours at the Perot Theatre In these pandemic times, only essential personnel can get inside the Perot Theatre to ensure the historic gem is safe and secure. by Aaron Brand Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 1:17am

Local man indicted on robbery, drug charges Bowie County grand jury Thursday indicted a local man accused of shooting another, stealing marijuana and running from police at a house on Spruce Street in January. by Lynn LaRowe Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:29am

Housing agency moves its office temporarily The Housing Authority of Texarkana, Texas, has temporarily moved from its main office a 1611 N. Robison Road to 911 N. Bishop Road in Wake Village. Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:27am

Mayo makeover: Local furniture manufacturer retools to produce protective masks, gowns As the owners and staff of Mayo Manufacturing in Texarkana produce thousands of disposable and reusable masks and protective gowns for first responders and the public, the "angels with sewing machines and scissors" work with joy and purpose. by Lynn LaRowe Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:26am

Coronavirus ravages storied New Orleans Mardi Gras group On Fat Tuesday, 51-year-old Cornell Charles was taking part in a storied New Orleans Mardi Gras tradition central to the city's African American community — driving a car in the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club's parade. A month later his wife of three decades was watching him take his last breath, a victim of the coronavirus epidemic raging through the city. by Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 4:42am

Crime drops around the world as COVID-19 keeps people inside The coronavirus pandemic that has crippled big-box retailers and mom and pop shops worldwide may be making a dent in illicit business, too. by Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 4:41am

Police: Miami officer handcuffed black doctor outside home The doctor, who works for the University of Miami Health System, was unloading items from a van when the sergeant pulled up in his squad car, exchanged words with Henderson and then handcuffed him. A home security camera captured the encounter. by Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 4:31am

Mississippi State hires Nikki McCray-Penson as women's coach Mississippi State hired former Old Dominion women's basketball coach Nikki McCray-Penson to replace Vic Schaefer as the Bulldogs' head coach. by Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:52am

MLS goalkeeper moonlights as children's book author Jeff Attinella is unique in that he's the only MLS goalkeeper who can also say he's a children's book author, a side job that has helped earn him the nickname "Dadtinella" from the Portland Timbers faithful. by Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:49am

Gurley says deal with Falcons 'like a little homecoming' Todd Gurley can't think of a better way to prove he is still one of the NFL's elite running backs than a homecoming to the state of Georgia. by Charles Odum/The Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 3:36am

Lagging revenue means legislature must retool the budget The sudden and severe economic downturn caused by the outbreak of the coronavirus means the 2020 fiscal session will be the most difficult one for legislators since Arkansas voters first voted to establish fiscal sessions 12 years ago. by Arkansas Senate Information Office Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 2:59am

Field hospital built in Houston ahead of COVID-19 surge Texas continued to brace Saturday for a surge in hospital visits driven by the coronavirus pandemic as the state's death toll rose to more than 250. by Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 2:49am

Coronavirus outbreak inspires Texas artist Stephen Edward Rousset spent a day at The Art Studio Inc. working out the details on a new painting from his space at TASI. Outside the building, a sign was posted that the studio was closed, but tenants could enter to work in studio spaces "at their own risk." by The Beaumont Enterprise Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 2:48am

Kia seltos | Son of Soul big inside, long on value Weighing into the crowded field of entry-level SUVs, Kia almost built the better mousetrap. A terrificly clever cute-ute, the Seltos offers an attractive package of value and flexibility. Kia spoiled it at the last moment by putting high prices on life-saving, driver-assist technology. Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 12:13am

Easter Sunday | Amid COVID-19 crisis, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Normally, by the time you were reading this, many in our community - perhaps you and your family - would have been returning from sunrise church services. Published Apr. 11 2020 @ 11:39pm

Stay the Course | Bowie County's shelter-in-place order extended for good reason Bowie County Judge Bobby Howell extended the shelter-in-place order through the month of April. Published Apr. 11 2020 @ 4:29am

Aftermarket backup camera is a cinch Q: We have a 2006 low-mileage Mercedes-Benz. The car doesn't have a backup camera. Can you recommend anything to help us out in finding something to install to solve the problem? — P.A., Hallandale Beach, Fla. Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 5:02am

Keep dogs safe inside vehicle on road trips Dear Readers: We love to take our dogs for rides in the car, but if they are unrestrained or in the front seat, in the event of a collision, your dog can become a projectile and be seriously injured. Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 1:56am

Split families make pacts, duel over custody amid pandemic As the country hunkered down to fend off the coronavirus, Carolina McAuley expected her middle school-age kids would continue to shuffle between her house and her ex-husband's - until she got sick. by Associated Press Published Apr. 12 2020 @ 1:28am

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