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.

Dr. Mark Wren’s Mission for Seniors

Senior Care Bloom was created by Mark Wren, MD, a local physician specializing in rehabilitation…

Holly Skinner Aides St. CHRISTUS St. Michael in Delivering Vaccines

A Texarkana native, Holly Skinner joined the CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System Family 14 years…

Basketball Star Vashil Fernandez Instrumental in Building Texarkana Community

Vashil stands above the rest in more ways than one. At almost seven feet tall,…

Sharon Felps Lights Ups Texarkana

 Sharon Felps, Vice President of Logan Electric Company in downtown, Texarkana, is a great example…

Pleasant Grove Principal Natalie Reeves Leads Reading Initiative

 Natalie Reeves has been with the Pleasant Grove Independent School District for eight years and…

Brad Irvin Returns to TISD

Brad Irvin named Police Chief and Director of Security for Texarkana Independent School District. With…

Texarkana Educators Step Up to the Challenge

Since March 16, 2020, the Texarkana Educator has adjusted routines, procedures, and delivery to accommodate…

Chamber Ambassador Chelsy Short Committed to Making Texarkana Shine

Chelsy exemplifies the definition of a Leader for not only Farmers Bank but our local…

United Way of Texarkana Dedicates Resources to Community

There is still time for YOU to step up to lead the way in Living United – Be…

Haley Rushing-Hill Brings Creativity Home to Texarkana College

Haley Rushing-Hill is the Marketing and Creative Services Coordinator for Texarkana College. Haley began her…