The People of Texarkana

Join us in celebrating all that people of Texarkana add to the community
that benefits all of us.

We highlight Texarkana citizens every week, showcasing the many hundreds who serve our community, stepping up to lead the way.

We are excited to showcase local legends, hard workers, award winners,
and those that deserve a high-five.

Will Carter is the 2022 Wilbur Award for Youth

Leadership Texarkana’s Wilbur Awards have been given annually since 1992, in memory of community servant…

Scott Norton is the 2022 Wilbur Award Winner for Adults!

Leadership Texarkana’s Wilbur Awards have been given annually since 1992, in memory of community servant…

John and Julie-Ray Harrison are the Idalee Raffaelli Hawkins LEADERS OF THE YEAR!

The Leader Of The Year Award is the highest award given by Leadership Texarkana annually,…

Members of the Leadership Texarkana Class of 2022

This week we CELEBRATE the 49 amazing individuals who participated in Leadership Texarkana’s flagship class…

Dr. Holly Cunningham is Leading the Way in TXK

Dr. Holly Cunningham is a wellness chiropractor that can treat the whole family! She uses her…

Chint Murdock is Leading the Way in Texarkana USA

Chint Murdock has been a member of the Red River Credit Union team since 2017,…

Local Texarkana Leader – Kim Fowler

Kim has worked in the Texarkana area for more than 40 years and joined the…

Volunteer members of the Board of Directors of the Conifer Area Properties’

When the local Girl Scout Council decided to close several camps across the state of…

Literacy Council of Bowie and Miller Counties

While many associate literacy with the ability to read or write, the Literacy Council of Bowie…

The Scholars of Texarkana

The Scholars is a non-profit youth entrepreneurship organization, founded in 2014 by Chiquita Burks and…