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.

Phyllis Deese is Leading the Way in Texarkana USA

This week we celebrate the dynamic leadership at TRAHC: Board President Phyllis Deese – who…

Keith Beason is Leading the Way in Texarkana USA

Keith is serving the city of Texarkana, TX and the whole Texarkana community through his…

Wilbur Award Youth Nominees for Exemplary Community Leadership

This week we celebrate the amazing young adults from our local ISDs who were lifted…

David Hicks is Leading the Way in Texarkana USA

A Texarkana native who’s been in the banking industry for almost 30 years, David Hicks…

Dr. Matt Young Receives 2024 Distinguished Citizen Honoree

Dr. Young, a Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician with over 25 years of experience and a…

John L. Tidwell is Leading the Way in Texarkana USA

(Nominated by Charlie Haldeman) Whether it’s his service to the people of Bowie County as…

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Kappa Xi Omega Chapter of Texarkana, TX

This week we celebrate the amazing women who are members of Texarkana’s Kappa Xi Omega…

Paul Mehrlich is Leading the Way in Texarkana USA

The beautiful new Texarkana Regional Airport didn’t just appear out of nowhere, but rather was…

Silvermoon Children’s Theatre

Continuing the Wilbur tradition set from the beginning of the awards thirty-two years prior, Leadership…

Christina Guzman is Leading the Way in Texarkana USA

Continuing the Wilbur tradition set from the beginning of the awards thirty-two years prior, Leadership…