Texarkana Talks

Great discussion today about Keep Arkansas Beautiful efforts and the blessing that is Girltrek. Ms. Tiffanie Willis Archie gives us all of the information for the transformation to pride in our communities. 

Last week on I-30, Mitchell Royal witnessed a terrifying accident unfold—a pickup pulling a camper trailer crashed into the back of an 18-wheeler, sending the camper and propane tanks into flames. Inside the truck was a woman and seven dogs. Mitchell didn’t stop to think about it. He ran across the interstate, straight toward the fire, and helped pull the woman and her dogs to safety. This morning...

This morning, TJ Wall joined us to discuss his campaign for Ward 4 City Director in Texarkana Arkansas. We talk about his platform, ideas, the dire situation that Texarkana Arkansas is in, and more!

The Toys for Tots Foundation has named Tiffany Clayton as coordinator of the Texarkana Toys for Tots 2026 Campaign. The official Kick Off is Thursday, October 1. Here is all of the important information you need to know exactly what is happening with Toys for Tots in Texarkana.

Ms. Brittney Haynes joins us to talk about this weekend's "Tacos 'N' Tunes" event. We also need more CASA volunteers, especially men. We also have a little fun this morning with some trivia. This weekend is the biggest fundraiser of the year for CASA and the Texarkana Children's Advocacy Center.

Daniel Thields with the Texarkana Arkansas Fire Department joins us to discuss the Fill the Boot Campaign coming up on Fridays in the month of October to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. We try "Black Bear Cracklin's" and discuss Johnny's extremely rare condition for a laugh.

The Musical Genome Project began as something radio stations contributed to and that experiment became "Pandora". Are we creating replacements for all of us with the advancement of AI?

Bobby Duhon with Lagniappe Specialty Meats on Jefferson Avenue is our guest today. We discuss the store, the reason so many people are so highly satisfied. We also get some Cajun phrases to tease Johnny with.

This morning we remember the thousands lost on 9-11 when Radical Islam attacked America for being American. Tom Ornberg joins us and shares his memories from that day at Andrews Airforce Base. "Never Forget" is more than remembering, it is ensuring that others are taught to remember what Americans before them have sacrificed and overcome.

Taylor Coleman has become one of Texarkana's favorite entertainers, and we discuss what led him to the style of music that very few others perform. He grew up in TexRep and now works at the historic Perot Theatre. He has a great story!

This morning we talk about a conversation with AI. We asked, "what are you afraid of for mankind"... We also get an update on the FM signal for Wes.

Our good friend Monty Murry was our guest this morning and as old as we are we thought we knew what you should do if you are in an auto accident. Monty brought us the "5 Myths of Auto Accidents" and we missed every one of them! Plus, we have some fun because we didn't know how many Ironman Triathlons he has competed in, the ballroom and country dancing addictions, and so much more!

This morning Ms. Jenny Walker is with us talking about the full circle with Leadership Texarkana and the Chamber of Commerce. We had a lot of fun, and learned a lot!

Les Munn joined us this morning and Jeff didn't ask any of his prepared questions. Instead, they talked about Flock Cameras, Law Enforcement, and had a real good time. Check out this conversation!

This morning we are talking Rotary Clubs in Texarkana and the Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza coming up on November 14, 2026.

Ms. Olivia Poulton, director of the Texarkana Public Library, joined us this morning and we had a great time. We talked Library Stuff, music, I threw out a social media challenge, and we played "Who is Smarter than Johnny"... it was close!

This morning we rundown the weekend's best entertainment, we get an update on rebuilding the radio station transmitter site, and AnnaBeth Smith from Runnin' WJ Ranch joins us to talk "Boo at the Barn".

This morning on Texarkana Talks, Jeff sits down with Nick Walker of Texarkanacontractors.com to discuss local contractors, finding people you can trust, the power of social media, and what it takes to build a business in Texarkana. Nick also talks about his role as president of the Sunrise Rotary Club, giving back to the community and his growing influence.

Tyler Poole is the Director of the A&P program with Texarkana College at the Texarkana Airport. He joins us today to talk about the program, and the new programs coming available to bring big growth to all of the Texarkana Region.

Today we sat with Suzy Kroll of Ben's Heart Ministries and Greg Beck of everything Veterans. We talk about plans for the Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza on November 14. Then, a surprise for Greg... in recognition of his of lifetime of service to veterans and unwavering commitment to the local veteran community, 107.1 the Patriot and Ben's Heart Ministries presents Greg Back the first-ever T...

We are so ready for this year's Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza on November 14 featuring headliner Gary Allan for 2026. This morning we visit with promoter Marlon Lineberry and the opening act, Josh Arnold, about the upcoming event!

Ms. Tendra Washington is back with us this morning and brough Ms. Lettie Elijah with her. There is just too much going on at the Terry Lee Rogers Recreation Center, we need another half dozen shows just to get through the list, but we cover a lot of it today!

We get an update on the Local Radio Rebuild Project from Wes and celebrate National Radio Day!

This morning we visit with Mason Curtis and Garrett McKnight of "Split City Skateboards". This is something we should all get behind as the popularity of the Texarkana Skate Park is growing so is the desire of young people to do good things in our community. Lets grow this!

Arborist and Champion Competitive Tree Climber Dustin Goodman shares what every homeowner needs to know about tree care and safety.