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.

Leader Profile: Jim Bynum

Jim Bynum is an individual who demonstrates leadership daily through his service and commitment to…

Leader Profile: Jolane Cook

Jolane Cook Executive Dean and Campus DirectorTexarkana Campus of Univ of AR Hope-Txk (UAHT)Leadership Texarkana Class…

Leader Profile: Texarkana Museum Systems Board of Directors

LT celebrates the Texarkana Museum Systems Board of Directors for creating an Awards for Historic…

Leader Profile: The RNs of Christus St. Michael

In late September, thirteen Registered Nurses from CHRISTUS St. Michael volunteered and were ready to…

Leader Profile: Matthew Nix, M.D.

Stepping Up to Lead the Way  Associate Professor; Medical DirectorUAMS College of Medicine Associate Program…

Leader Profile: Mark Missildine

Stepping Up to Lead the Way  Alumni Relations and Student Ambassador CoordinatorTexas A&M University –…

Leader Profile: Doneyne (Don) Smith

Doneyne (Don) Smith is a Texarkana native who went to Arkansas High, TC, and TAMUT.  He is…

Featured Leaders: Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s 2019 Eagle Roundup

We celebrate the outstanding community leaders being honored THIS WEEK by Texas A&M University-Texarkana as…

Featured Leader: Ashey Gibbs

Pleasant Grove ISD Volunteer Ashley Gibbs2019 Heroes for Children Honoree by Texas State Board of…

Featured Leader: Leigh Davis

Leigh DavisDevelopment Director, Northeast Texas CASA, Inc. & Leadership Texarkana Class of 2019Through her work…