Texarkana Texas Parks Equipped with Wi-Fi

via Google Images

The Texarkana Texas Parks and Recreation Department are pround to offer free Wi-Fi for visitors to a couple of the Texas side parks.

Checking in on the Hannibal Family's Battle with the Red River

photo by Jeff Easterling

We told you about how friends and members of the Hannibal family were working to build a levee around their home on the Red River at the very edge of Miller County. We went out today to see how their project was going.

New Family Friendly Policy at Central Mall is Working

photos by Jeff Easterling

Management at Central Mall in Texarkana has enacted and is strictly enforcing a new "Family Friendly" policy that has really made the shopping experience on Friday and Saturday evenings a lot more pleasant than it had been in the past.

Best Shoulder Massage Ever in the Middle of Central Mall

photo by Jeff Easterling

You have walked thru Central Mall and seen the guys with the massage chairs, but have you ever stopped. Today I did, and it was fantastic!

View from a Boat on the Raging Red River [VIDEO]

via Facebook/Johnny Denali

So, with the Red River rising to epic levels and covering pastures and farmlands up river and continuing to rise here. Some local boys decided to take out the boat. Man against nature and a little bit of crazy sometimes make for a priceless memory. So, for all the local rednecks... Watch this!

Vote for our Community to Receive a Grant for a Handicap Accessible Playground

via Facebook

Texarkana, USA is in the running of another National contest to benefit our community, but this time it is to fund an A.D.A. Playground for our local children with disabilities.

Red River Continues to Rise

at Fulton Arkansas/photo by Jeff Easterling

Levels keep rising on the Red River and flooding is expected. We went out and took a few pics today at the Hwy 71 bridge and at Fulton.
Here is the level at the Highway 71 bridge...

Red River at Hwy 71/photo by Jeff Easterling

Snapped this one under the railroad bridge at the Fulton Crossing...

Under the Red River RR bridge in Fulton/photo by Jeff Easterling

Waters will continue to rise due to heavy rains upriver and tributaries that empty into the river flowing out of their banks. For only the fourth time ever, water is spilling over the Lake Texoma Dam... here is a post of some pics that Bowie County Sheriff James Prince posted to Facebook.

The dam at Lake Texoma. A friend just sent these photos.
Posted by James Prince on Saturday, May 23, 2015

Here is video that he also shared from Chelsea Smith of News 12...

Take a look! For the fourth time in history Lake Texoma has gone over the spillway. The lakes elevation is over 640 feet.
Posted by Chelsi Smith - News 12 on Sunday, May 24, 2015

Memorial Day Events in Town

via Facebook

Giving the public the opportunity to pay respects and remember those that gave their lives while serving in the United States Military there are a few events scheduled for Memorial Day Monday May 25,

T.T,P.D Searching for Suspect in Armed Robbery

via T.T.P.D.

Texarkana Texas Police are seeking help with identifying a suspect in an armed robbery this morning at a convenience store on Richmond Road.

TTPD Seeks Help to Identify Check Thieves

via TTPD

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is searching for help in identifying this couple. They are suspects in a case where a box of checks was stolen from a mailbox on Richmond Road in March. Do you recognize them?

Texas Side Police to Begin Towing Uninsured Vehicles

photo by Jeff Easterling

Beginning June 15, 2015, uninsured motorists operating their vehicle within the city limits of Texarkana, Texas may soon have their vehicle towed if stopped by Texarkana, Texas police officers. 

How Much Rain We Have Had So Far in 2015

via Facebook

I was asked, "How much rain has Texarkana had so far in 2015?" So, first thing I did was contact the area's favorite meteorologist to make sure I had the right answer.


My go to weather guy, is Todd Warren from Channel 6. That guy makes a lot of us sound smart when we repeat what we hear him say lol.

Since January 1, 2015, Texarkana has received 29.13 inches of precipitation. At this time last year we had only gotten 12.70 inches of rain

This is important because of more heavy rains possible in the forecast for the area. With the ground so saturated already, conditions are ripe for flash flooding.

When you see water standing or running over the roads, don't try to make it... Like Todd Warren says, Don't drown, Turn Around."

Todd sent me the info, but he also sent the link to their Almanac for the information in the future.

Kids Magic Camp Scheduled for June

via Facebook

Magic Camp is just a month away and limited spaces are available. For children 6 to 13 years of age that would like to learn some basic magic skills, basic skills in balloon art, enjoy miniature golf, train rides, games, and magic shows this is the camp of the summer!

Red River Army Depot Raises Security Level

via Facebook

Red River Army Depot is on a heightened alert level. Due to non-specific threats, the USNORTHCOM Commander has ordered all DOD Installations to increase security measures,

Pics from Inside the Kress Building Downtown - Should it Be Saved?

The Texarkana Texas City Council took an opportunity to see what is in the Kress Building downtown, facing a decision of whether to demolish the building for $300,000 or try to save the building at 116 W. Broad Street.

'A Touch for Health' Spa & School Up for Sale

photo by Jeff Easterling

Texarkana's most recognized and respected brand in massage therapy is up for sale, and is a great chance for someone interested in being a huge part of our local community to operate a successful turn-key business.

I stopped into "A Touch for Health" to get a gift card for Mother's Day and when I heard that Travis and Mary Walker were looking to retire, I thought "Oh no, what about the spa?"... but the spa and school are not going to close, they are wanting the institution to carry on with someone to take over Texarkana's longest opened massage therapy resource.

photo by Jeff Easterling

Travis and Mary Walker have been a huge part of Texarkana and bringing massage therapy to the area back in the late 90's. The couple went even further in spreading the :massage message" with opening the areas first and by far most popular Massage School in the year 2000, The instructors at "A Touch for Health" has trained hundreds of students from all across the area over the last 15 years.

I didn't get into specifics about prices, profits, and what not, but I know that Mr. Travis is wanting to get a lot more deep sea fishing done. While Ms. Mary is wanting more time with family and grand babies.

"A Touch for Health" offers many different services and specialties. From facial treatments to pre-natal massage. I personally have always enjoyed the reduced rate for letting the students give me a massage, they need the training and I love saving money. They also have a full staff of professionals for specialty treatments and therapies. Staff, equipment and all will go to the buyer and there will be  no disruption in services for the long time clientele of the clinic.

For more on the services, treatments, or this amazing opportunity to take over the spa and school. Call Travis or Mary Walker at 870.774.1000

photos by Jeff Easterling

Texas Side Accidentally Releases Personal Information of Employees and Families

photo by Jeff Easterling

Today the city of Texarkana, Texas announced private information on current and former city employees, including their spouses and children had been released inadvertently to the public. 

Ghost Walks Return to Downtown for 2015

photo by Tracey Prather

Rated the number one tourist attraction in Texarkana by Tripadvisor, the Haunted Texarkana Ghost Walks have begun for 2015 in downtown Texarkana. This year introduces some new features on the walks that people are loving!

Second Annual 'Pirate's Ball' Returns June 20 [VIDEO]

photo by Jeff Easterling

Get ready for a rowdy good time with the 2nd Annual Pirate's Ball scheduled for June 20 at New Haven Golf Course, to benefit the Texarkana Renaissance Faire. (For folks 21 or older only)

Mystery on the History of the Plane at Spring Lake Park

Photo by Jeff Easterling

We've all heard, "by the plane at Spring Lake Park". It has been there all of my life, but I've never heard the story about why the plane is there. so I decided to go to Facebook and ask.