Health & Fitness

Let me start off by saying I'm not much of a mask guy. I will wear them where it's required but most of the time it's no mask for me. However, if you think wearing masks helps then more power to you, here's how you can get some of those good masks, the N-95 type, for free from the Feds.

Free at-home COVID tests are going like hotcakes. If you've been trying to get one of these free Covid tests in Texarkana or surrounding areas, you know how hard it is.  Supplies are gone by the time you find out who has them, but now there is a much easier way to get them.

It has been said and I agree, Alex Smith Park is a hidden gem in Miller County, Arkansas. Texarkana Scout Troop 3 has used it for many years for primitive camping experiences and earning merit badges. There are several Eagle Scout projects around the park as well, two of which I helped build myself. Smith Park has always been a very handy place to get away without having to drive too far away. In

Just when we thought we were safe and getting back to normal. Covid is back in our area big time, with the state of Texas reporting that currently in Bowie County we now have 1,155 active cases. Authorities in Texarkana are reminding citizens to take proper precautions.

Who wouldn't want to be able to help someone in a life or death situation? You could save a life by learning CPR. Lucky for you there is a class coming up in Texarkana where you can learn CPR and get certified too.

If you love to garden then have you thought about taking it a step further and become a Master Gardener?

The City of Texarkana, Texas is happy to report that the Texarkana Farmers Market has been awarded funds through the USDA Farmers Market Grant. A total of  $118,800.00 will be received over the next three years

Texas Governor Greg Abbott Wednesday (December 8) issued a statement regarding the Texas Workforce Commission's (TWC) letter to Texas employers that clarifies the state's law on COVID-19 vaccine mandates in the workplace.

Now that the Christmas season has officially started it's also the season of giving. There is a great way to give back to the community and also enjoy great food with one of  Texarkana's tastiest events. It's the Annual Bramlett Beans and Cornbread fundraiser this Thursday, December 2.

Fantastic news for Texas A&M -Texarkana’s nursing program. It is now listed as the 3rd Best Nursing Program in the state of Texas. That's right Third!

The city of Texarkana Texas just received big grant money for the construction and improvement of The Kennedy Lane Bicycle and Pedestrian Sidewalk areas.

Well, how awesome is this? Improvements have been approved for the longest hiking, bicycle and horseback riding trail in Texas that extends into Bowie and Red River Counties.