Texarkana Talks

Veterans deserve every benefit they have earned and many may not even know what's available. This morning we sit down with Tom Ornberg, Miller County Veteran Service Officer and VFW Commander. to talk VetFest, Veterans benefits, resources for military families, and our upcoming Veterans Day Extravaganza in Texarkana.

Here are the details for this weekend's fun, and an update on what we are just calling "The Project" as we rebuild our broadcast transmitter site from the damage of multiple lightning strikes. We also rag on the WNBA, where the W stands for Wackadoodle.

Cody Barling and Shannon Rose share details on the Ark-La-Tex Haunt & Harvest event in downtown Texarkana on October 31.

We get the state of the state this morning as Wes fills us in on efforts to get Texarkana's local radio stations back on the air. The streams are still up and cranking, 3 stations are back on air, and we get an optimistic timeline for the remaining four stations.

This weekend's Lightning Storm on Saturday claimed the transmitter site of six local radio stations. The first strike threw the overload arrestors, and the second strike set equipment on Fire. Huge shoutout to the Wake Village Fire Department, SWEPCO, and all that assisted. The stations will be back on the air as soon as possible!

Local radio "legend" Mario Garcia joins us this morning to discuss more than five decades of local radio, and what is to come.

This morning we were joined by Brandon Sanders and Nichole Holze to look back on the 2026 Texarkana Airshow and discuss planning for a bigger and better Airshow for 2028. Brandon shares the mission of Tango Flight with us, and it is exciting!

Today we talk about the good old days of local radio and why it is more important now than ever before. Plus some of the crazy behind the scenes stuff you never hear or see!

This morning we visit with Caleb Mudford and Jennifer Lacefield with LNK TXK about preparations for the 9th Annual Destination Downtown on October 24 featuring country star Mark Chesnutt.

This morning Darlene Taylor flips the script and interviews Jeff for his birthday!

This morning CEO of Pam Health Specialty Hospital in Texarkana joins us, and we talk about a lot of topics today. Get to know them before you need them!

Texarkana College Chief of Police and Executive Director of Public Safety Stephen Gass joins us this morning for a great interview. I've know Professor Gass since we was in Cub Scouts together and he has had a fascinating career. Take a listen and share you thoughts!

This morning we talk about all of the excitement planned for this weekend and the importance of local radio with the legendary Wild Wild Wes!

Cody Barling from The Wild Hare on Broadstreet joins us to talk about all of the exciting plans coming together in downtown Texarkana, and of course the big Afroman Shows coming on August 4 with his Freedom of Speech Tour.

On this episode of Texarkana Talks , we sit down with Miller County Judge Cathy Harrison to discuss her years of public service, her recent campaign for Arkansas Secretary of State, why she chose not to seek re-election as county judge, and what's next. We also take a look at some of the accomplishments during her time in office and share a few laughs along the way.

Beech Street Baptist Pastor Adam Ross, and Bruce Ferguson join us this morning to talk about the 2026 Sportsmen's Banquet on August 22. Big Trophy contest with 3 categories each paying $500 for first place, and Jeff is even more excited about the Dessert Contest... at a Baptist Church, that's going to be special! Great conversation today... SHARE!

Marcus Caudle , Executive Director of Damascus Home , joins Texarkana Talks to discuss how this faith-based nonprofit is helping men break free from addiction through hard work, accountability, and the life-changing power of Jesus Christ. Learn about their mission, upcoming fundraisers, and how you can support lives being transformed in our community. 

Our friend JD Harris joins us to discuss his retirement for the Police Department, all they have going on with Blue Line Services, and "Travels by JD". We had some fun!

Tony Langford is with us this morning to discuss business, world travel, and his efforts to contribute back to the community with his Tony Langford Experience Podcast. We talk about all of it!

Tendra Washington with Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Rec shares everything coming up at the Terry Lee Rogers Activity Center. Lots to know as we already start getting ready for Back to School. There really is something for everybody in today's program.

Chef Alicia Prater, District Teacher of the Year, about her Journey with the Culinary Arts, Shell Shocked Catering, we find out how she feels seeing her former students show up on the Food Network and a lot more!

Joined this morning by Amber Bartholomew and Coach Deidre Gannaway to talk about 903 Premier Volleyball Camps and Competitive Volleyball in Texarkana. The Camps are held at Texarkana College's Pinkerton Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

What happens after a patient leaves ICU but still isn't ready to go home? Jay Lindsey, CEO of PAM Health Specialty Hospital in Texarkana about long-term acute care, rehabilitation, patient recovery, and the important role PAM Health plays in our local healthcare system. 

Local journalist, Brandon Cowan joins us to talk about Flock AI Cameras this morning. From the pros of crimefighting to the privacy concerns and rights violations that the system may be causing. He shares his investigation with us today, the good and bad of it.

Matt Solomon always blows our minds with Texarkana History. Did you know that a guy from Texarkana was the first martyr in the Texas battle for independence from Mexico. It's true. We share that little known bit of history and have a great recap of lessons learned from the 2026 Texarkana Airshow!