Texarkana Talks

This morning our guest, Bobby Duhon, got tied up at Lagniappe Specialty Meats and was unable to get away in time for the show, but will join us later this week. So, we just had a nice visit about a little bit of everything this morning.

Amber Adams is the Director of Engagement for East Texas Food Bank, and based here in Texarkana. We had such a good time, and you will too. Listen and find out more about the thousands that benefit from your help, and just how big of a Dolly Parton fan Ms. Amber really is!

A great show this morning with Caleb Maloney from Mission Texarkana. We learn about the biggest needs as we are heading into the colder part of the season. We are also joined by Marc-Andre Bougie and Andrew Clark with the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra to talk about this weekend's "Christmas at the Perot".

This morning we got some huge news about the 2026 Four States Fair! Check it out with our friends Lisa Garner, Kristen Larey, and Dan Sawyer... then make your plans!

Sergeant Nerio with the United States Marine Corps 'Toys for Tots' Mission in our region shares what is still needed for our area children as we move closer to the donation cut-off this Friday, December 12.

Cody Barling stops in to discuss all of the holiday excitement planned for downtown Texarkana. From Santa Crawls to the fanciest of New Year's Celebrations, come to downtown!

The Texarkana Public Library will hold their Gala celebrating 100 years of service in our community on December 12. Ms. Olivia Poulton joins us for all things library, and we had a blast this morning. You would never guess what the most popular genre of books is the most popular right now!

The Jingle Mingle Market happens this weekend at Front Street Plaza in downtown Texarkana. We talk with Ms. Tameka Grady about the details this morning.

Ms. Tendra Washington with the Texarkana Arkansas Parks and Recreation Department shares all of the fun plans for the 2025 Holidays!

Terrence Washington is putting on his fifth "Bandit Trading Card Show" this Friday and Saturday, December 5 & 6, at the Terry Rogers Recreation Center at #1 Legion Drive with the Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Rec Department. 

Vashil Fernandez is our Texarkana Texas Director of Planning & Economic Development and so much more for our community. We had a great visit on this Thanksgiving Eve.

Ronnie Makaramba made the journey from Tanzania to Texarkana, and today we talk about the adventure and what an asset Ronnie is to our community.

Greg Taylor discusses "Convention of States" with us this morning, and we get a surprise visit from Vashil Fernandez with the City of Texarkana Texas.

We had a great conversation this morning with Heather Thompson from the Texarkana Baptist Children's Home. She shared some powerful insight into the Foster Care system, the needs right here in our community, and the incredible work their team is doing every day.

Pastor Jaime Alexander and Mark Meadows discuss the upcoming praise events at First United Methodist Church in downtown Texarkana Arkansas. Philip Mann shares the exciting Christmas schedule for the Perot Theatre and has all of the information on this weekend's "Back to the Future" spectacular!

Today we recap the many positive things we have to be thankful for here in our hometown. We talk Christmas and the importance of supporting our local businesses this time of year, now more than ever!

Dr. Craig Nakashian, Dean of the Honors College at A&M Texarkana joins us this morning to discuss growth at the University Campus in Texarkana. We also discuss his books and the study of History. From Battlefields to churches and Clergy with Swords. Check it out!

Richard Daly retired from the Chicago Police Department and found his way to Texarkana where he is currently serving as our TTPD Chaplain. We had a great visit this morning.

Texarkana Texas Mayor Bob Bruggeman started out as an appointee on the city council and became Mayor in 2012. At 13 years that makes him the longest serving Mayor in Texarkana History. We realized that this morning, but we had a great conversation covering many topics. Share!

Tim Oneal is the President of Eagle Distributing in Texarkana, but even more than that with all he does in our community. We discuss the multiple awards for our region and how they have earned them... all of that and more this morning. Listen now or download for later!

Susan, Salena, and Jeri with FixTXK join us to talk about resources for pet owners with spay/neuter services. We are also joined by Suzy and Marlon to recap the big Veterans Extravaganza from last weekend.

Sergeant Joshua Zarazua is the local coordinator for the USMC Toys for Tots program. This year the program is struggling due to foolishness of individuals stirring up drama. The Toys for Tots program has never been about any individual, or egos, the mission is our less fortunate children and always has been. To avoid any confusion, you can make your donations at the Marine Corp Reserve Center on C...

Ms. Jennifer stops in to discuss the urgent need for cold weather gear at the Shelter, but also all of the planning going into this year's meal on Thanksgiving Day for all in the community that would like to share a meal and company. Make your plans to be a part of it!

This morning we visited with Candace Taylor and Josh Lawrence of "Majestic Jazz". We talked about so many different topics, from Jazz Music, to R&B, to Praise, and love for Gospel. We had a great time, get to know them!

Our 2025 Texarkana Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza set for November 8 in downtown is being put together with everyone in mind. Parade, food, vendors of all sorts, fun, games, crafts, and more. This is shaping up to be a fantastic event, find out more here, and we hope to see you downtown on Saturday!