The 49th Hope Watermelon Festival is just a month away
Celebrating its 49th year, the Hope Watermelon Festival is just a month away. Scheduled for August 7th, 8th and 9th this year’s “Melonpalooza” events include a parade, 5k race, car show, dog show, talent contest, vendors, games and three nights of live music at Hope Fair Park. Visit hopemelonfest.com for more information.
Texarkana Municipal Court Offers Amnesty Program for Outstanding Warrants
The City of Texarkana, Texas Municipal Court is offering an Amnesty Program for residents with outstanding warrants. The program runs from February 2 through April 2, 2026.
Man Arrested After Shooting at Spring Lake Park Dog Park
Texarkana, Texas police are investigating a shooting that happened Sunday afternoon at the dog park inside Spring Lake Park.
Community Water Forum Tonight in Texarkana
— The City, Texarkana Water Utilities (TWU), and Riverbend Water Resources invite residents to attend a Community Water Forum: Let’s Talk Water, an open-house style event designed to provide helpful information and answer questions related to water services, recent billing concerns, and long-term infrastructure investments.
Man Arrested After Early Morning Break-In at Red Lobster
Texarkana Texas Police arrested a man early Friday morning after a break-in at a local restaurant.
Texarkana Woman Arrested on Child Endangerment Charges
A Texarkana woman is facing three counts of child endangerment after police say she left her three young children home alone while she was at work.