Officials from Texas A&M University- Texarkana and Tyler Junior College (TJC) recently gathered on the TJC campus to sign an articulation agreement strengthening the partnership between the two institutions and establishing clear pathways for degree completion for transfer students. The new agreement provides pathways through which TJC graduates can enroll in classes at the university […] The post A&M-Texarkana and Tyler Junior College Sign Articulation Agreement and Establish New Educational Partnership appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

Texarkana Water Utilities (TWU) will begin a temporary change to the method of disinfecting our drinking water beginning May 10, 2024, and lasting about 4 weeks. The water will remain safe to drink throughout the process. TWU normally uses chloramine, a mixture of ammonia and chlorine, to disinfect water. Beginning Sunday, May 9, 2024, and […] The post Temporary Change to Water Disinfection Procedures appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

TEXARKANA, Texas–A man who reportedly terrified several young girls by exposing himself and chasing them down a residential street last week had only been out of jail for four days at the time, court records show. Fredrick Lamar Williams, 37, allegedly called out to three girls, one of whom was 13, after they debarked a […] The post Texarkana Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Girls Walking After School appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

Today, several key leadership changes were announced at the conclusion of a Called Meeting of the Texarkana Independent School District Board of Trustees. Current Highland Park Elementary Principal Jennifer Cross has been named Director of the TISD Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP). With 24 years of service to the district, Cross has experience as both […] The post Texarkana Independent School District Announces Several Key Leadership Positions appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana will begin summer hours the week of May 13, 2024. Beginning Friday, May 17, 2024, and ending Friday, August 2, 2024, the College will be open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For more […] The post UA Hope-Texarkana Announces Summer Hours of Operation appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

Texarkana College Trustees met for their regular board meeting today and voted to appoint Dr. John Booth to serve as TC’s new representative on the Ark-Tex Council of Governments (ATCOG) board. TC is a member of ATCOG and is eligible to appoint an elected official to serve as a member of their board. TC Trustee […] The post TC Trustees Briefed on Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within Education Industry appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

TEXARKANA, Texas–A man accused of sexually abusing a young girl from age eight to 12 years is being held in the Bowie County jail with bonds totaling $350,000. The girl made an outcry of long-term, ongoing sexual abuse by Alberto Cucul, a relative, to teachers at her school earlier this month, according to a probable […] The post Texarkana Man Accused Of Molesting Girl For Years appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

CHRISTUS Health announced the hiring of eight cardiology providers who will join the growing CHRISTUS cardiology and vascular program in the Texarkana region effective May 1. Drs. Megan Do, Seth Hale, Kevin Hayes, Brent Robinson, Kunal Patel and Joseph Saporito, along with advanced practice registered nurses Courtney Gray and Charles Shoalmire join CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic […] The post CHRISTUS Health Announces Addition of Eight Providers to Growing Texarkana Cardiology Program appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

Cinco de TXK is the first official city-sponsored Latino community outreach event. By supporting this celebration, the partners help to recognize and honor the Mexican and Hispanic communities that have long contributed to Texarkana’s rich tapestry. What to expect: – Street Soccer Showdown: 3-5 players per team, fast-paced matches. – Fast Pitch Challenge: Fun, casual […] The post Free Street Festival Sunday, May 5th, in Downtown Texarkana / Festival Callejero Gratuito el Domingo Cinco de Mayo en el Centro de Texarkana appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more

Effective May 3, 2024, Ed Chattaway will assume the duties of Interim Chief of Police for the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department. Ed Chattaway has been a resident of Texarkana for nearly 50 years. He has been happily married to his wife, Kellie, for 16 years, and has raised his children in our community. Ed has […] The post Ed Chattaway Named Interim Chief of Police for the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department appeared first on Texarkana Today ..read more