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, Texas, police have obtained aggravated robbery warrants for two suspects following a shooting last week at an apartment complex on College Drive.
Former Bowie County Corrections Officer Charged in Hospital Escape
A former Bowie County corrections officer is facing a felony charge for allegedly helping an inmate escape from a Texarkana hospital.
Bond Denied for Inmate Recaptured After Hospital Escape
A Bowie County judge has denied bond for a 22-year-old inmate who escaped from a Texarkana hospital Wednesday night and was recaptured hours later.
TWU Schedules Water Tank Inspections for Arkansas Service Area
Texarkana Water Utilities has scheduled inspections and maintenance cleaning of elevated water storage tanks serving the Arkansas side of its service area on October 26th and 27th.
Two Candidates Vie for Miller County Judge
Two candidates are seeking the office of Miller County Judge ahead of the November third election, with early voting underway.