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.
Suspect charged in February house fire and explosion
A 27-year-old man is charged with felony criminal mischief for allegedly leaving a gas line uncapped after stealing a stove to sell for scrap.
TISD to cut budget and positions
Texarkana Independent School District is cutting over $3 million from its budget and will eliminate about 30 positions for the upcoming school year.
Suspect hospitalized after officer involved shooting
The Texas Rangers are investigating an officer-involved shooting near Atlanta.
Ramp changes today on westbound I-30
Changes today to ramps on westbound Interstate 30.
Proposed Federal Bill Could Bring Lithium Industry Growth to Texarkana
Northeast Texas could play a major role in supplying lithium for the U.S. Army under a proposed federal bill introduced by East Texas Congressman Nathaniel Moran and Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn.