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Southwest Arkansas Couple Donates to Runnin’ WJ Ranch

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 5:45 AM

A southwest Arkansas couple has left a $240,000 gift to Runnin’ WJ Ranch, a therapeutic horse-riding facility in Texarkana.

A southwest Arkansas couple has left a $240,000 gift to Runnin’ WJ Ranch, a therapeutic horse-riding facility in Texarkana.

Frank and Ada Coleman included the donation in their estate after visiting the ranch years ago and being inspired by its mission. Director Brittany Rogers says the gift will help cover rising costs and allow more children and adults with disabilities to benefit from the program. The ranch serves about 60 kids each week.

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Southwest Arkansas Couple Donates to Runnin’ WJ Ranch

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