Texarkana Talks

Talking Bowie County History with Kenneth Payne of the Bowie County Historical Commission.

Richard Reynolds visits with us about growth in Texarkana, future projects, and what he believes our community really needs. 

Brother Donnie Edwards with Legacy Baptist in Genoa is with us today for a little more understanding of Faith in times of Tragedy.

Molly Riley with our United Way of Greater Texarkana visits with us this morning about the Annual Stuff the Bus Campaign and the many wonderful ways the United Way helps improve our community every day.

Cody Adams with Bubba's 33 visits with us about the 16.6 Mile 'Ruck for Valor' taking place on July 4, 2025. The route runs from the intersection of FM2149 an Highway 67, the march begins at 6:00 am sharp, going down 67 to Texarkana, and marching all of the way to the Federal Building in downtown.

Tim Crawley has spent 30 years racing, but has now moved into the seat as owner/operator of 67 Speedway in Texarkana. We discuss the transition and big plans for our local dirt track!

Ms. Tameka Grady visits with us about all of the fun planned for this weekend's "Texarkana Catfish & Mudbug Festival" on Saturday July 5 on Front Street Plaza in downtown. Free admission for all!

Ryan Keel spends his weekends spreading the gospel, often to less than receptive audiences. We talk to him about his calling to be a street preacher/corner evangelist and his experiences.

Today was a big one on the program, first we spoke with Luce Vasquez and Crystal Ball with Bridging the Gaps of Arkansas about the "Bridging Generations" event planned for July 3 at Crossties. Then we were joined by our "parade committee" on just how strong support from the community is to make sure 2025 is a Veterans Day in Texarkana that will be talked about for years!

Ambrose Kobb with Hills & Valleys Refuge gives us an update on the building of the facility, and shares his testimony with us this morning. MUST LISTEN!

Our downtown neighbors Ricky and Jazz from 'Joe's Italian Bistro' join us this morning. We discuss them getting back downtown from Richmond as fast as he could, the new patio, and some great summer specials.

Runnin' WJ Ranch has changed many lives of our special needs children and all can be a part of the miracles celebrated daily with the horses at the Ranch. Find out MORE!

Brother Donnie Edwards is the Pastor of Legacy Baptist Church in Genoa Arkansas. We had such a good conversation this morning, that we are going to have to turn a couple of these topics into little mini-series to cover it all... He'll be back with us on July 8!

We are hoping to have at least twice as many spectators than entries in the 2025 Veteran's Day Parade in Texarkana. Get involved, here are the details thanks to Suzy Kroll and Tom Ormberg for being our guests today, and the work they are putting into this project.

On this Thursday, June 19th we talk with Melissa Delk from the Texarkana Museum System Board of Directors. We are also joined by Ayden Howard, our 16-year-old organizer of the 5th Annual Texarkana Juneteeth Parade on Saturday, June 21 at 5pm at the Four States Fairgrounds.

Caleb Maloney visits with us about the 7th Annual Daddy & Daughter Dance happening at Highland Park Baptist Church at 1000 Bishop Lane in Texarkana Texas on Friday, June 20, 2025. 

Scott Norton and Eric Voyles from TexAmericas Center visit with us about the continued growth of this Super-industrial park, and explain to us how the center and services are so much more than that... LISTEN!

Sushi Nami Sushi & Bar is the new spot in town for the freshest seafood around. We talk with Johnny Zhang and Eugenia Liu about the new restaurant (in old BWW building). We have been regulars there and after Johnny showing us how to break down a whole salmon on video, we had to learn more about him. Yes, there is a language barrier, but enjoyed the visit a lot.

Today, local columnist Stephanie Harris visits the show and interviews Jeff. Yikes! Watch for her story to come out in print soon.

This is one of the most important issues we have covered since Jeff began hosting the show. Meet Ambrose Cobb and learn about Hills and Valleys Refuge. The goal is to help the many kids that have been trapped in the Foster Care System and have aged out... now what? Please learn more about this mission and help where you can.

Bubba Green is one of those community leaders that never meant to lead, but by great example of living a Godly life, the Lord has put him in that position. We talk about his towing business, church, family, and of course his love for dirt track racing.

About four weeks ago Jeff began the process for implants and dentures. Since making that information public the questions of how, what, and who has been overwhelming, so we invited Dr. McCatty to tell you how you can get a better product, a much better price and the very best care here in Texarkana.

Collin Taylor is making his shot and trying to purchase the Texarkana Media Center Radio Stations in Texarkana, USA. Way back in the day, Col was one of those old school radio entertainers. They called him "Squizzy", so I had to make that public!!

Ms. Tameka Grady joins us to talk about the upcoming Catfish & Mudbug Festival coming to downtown Texarkana.

Discussing the rich history of Texarkana and the Ark-La-Tex region. The importance of "Trammel's Trace", in the growth of our area!