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Tribute to Women: Jenni Hedrick
Since Jenni Hedrick was a student in nursing school at the University of Arkansas, she dreamt of working in labor and delivery. “It is my passion,” she said. After graduating with her BSN, she returned to her hometown of Texarkana, where she was hired at CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital on the postpartum and pediatric unit—but transferred to L&D a few years later, as soon as a position became available.
Texarkana man transforms from homeless and addicted to pastor and restaurant owner
TEXARKANA, Texas - From homelessness to addiction to becoming an ordained pastor and restaurant owner. A Texarkana, Texas man says his journey towards healing began when a local non-profit stepped in and took a chance on him. And now most days you can find Marquis Ewing at Big Slice's Place on New Boston Road.
Tribute to Women: Melodie White
“I’m an educator because I want to make a difference in the lives of children,” said Melodie White, principal of Theron Jones Early Literacy Center. “I want students to love learning and to become lifelong learners. I want them to realize they can do anything they put their minds to and are willing to put in the hard work to accomplish.”
New ALDI opens in Texarkana, Texas
TEXARKANA, Texas (KSLA) — A long line of people welcomed the new ALDI grocery store in Texarkana on Thursday (April 25). “We had the opportunity to come to Texarkana in a vibrant retail area. We recognize the need for competitive pricing and what ALDI brings, which is really quality products at extremely low prices,” Divisional VP Scott Huska said.
Texarkana man arrested for indecency with child days after being released from jail
TEXARKANA, Texas – A Texarkana man was charged with indecency with a child just days after he was released from jail on another charge. Fredrick Williams was arrested on April 25 after allegedly exposing himself to three girls, one of whom was 13 years old, as they got off a school bus.
2 shot outside store in Texarkana
TEXARKANA, Ark. (KSLA) — Two people were shot late Monday night (April 29) in the parking lot of a Texarkana store. Both were taken to the hospital. Police say their injuries are not serious. Authorities said the shooting occurred at Pinehurst Street at East 9th Street in Texarkana, Ark.
May 2 – Shreveport, Texarkana Weather Forecast PM Update
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Our first round of storms with heavy rain has ended. Expect the rain to be more scattered on Friday and this weekend. We will continue to see pockets of heavy rain where an additional one to three inches will be possible. Storms return on Friday...
FLOOD WATCH: Heavy rain Thursday AND Friday
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The dry weather continued over most of the ArkLaTex on Wednesday. That will change on Thursday and Friday. Two potential waves of strong to possibly severe storms will impact the area on Thursday & Friday mornings. A Flood Watch is in effect. Storms Thursday &...
National Day of Prayer celebrated at FBC Texarkana, Texas
TEXARKANA, Texas – The National Day of Prayer is observed annually on the first Thursday of May and community members in Texarkana gathered to pray at First Baptist Church. The doors were open to everyone wishing to pray collectively for the nation and community. The message was clear from...
A Love Letter to Modernism
Mary and Jay Wommack purchased their new home in the Northridge neighborhood in 2020. Jay had grown up in this neighborhood and was excited to move back to a location of fond memories. Built in 1964, the Wommacks’ new home called for freshness and vibrancy. As luck would have it, their son-in-law, Justin Scurlock of Scurlock Studio, was excited to take on the challenge.
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