A California native, I’ve lived on both coasts and lots of places in between. As a result, I’m pretty liberal in my viewpoints on life, have gathered a wide array of friends from vastly different backgrounds, and learned just how similar all of us really are as mankind. That’s why you’ll discover my stories tend to celebrate everyday people, their accomplishments and the amazing things they do to enrich their communities. When I’m not reporting or editing, I enjoy traveling, listening to great music, cooking up yummy eats and devouring smart books including suspense fiction and classics like my all-time favorite, Harper Lee’s ‘To Kill a Mockingbird.’ I love teaching, mentoring and working with young people. But my real passion is philanthropy, particularly when it comes to charities that help at-risk kids, the arts, literacy and nature conservation. I currently live with my wife in New England.
Jathan Fink
A Miracle for Joey Price – Residents of Hope, Arkansas Rally Round One of Their Own
Boys will be boys. From the time we can walk, most of us loved to tumble and play, and a little fall off a sofa is never a big deal. But when 3-year-old Joey Price took that spill off his father’s couch in March, he didn’t bounce back so quickly.
A Boy from a Place Called Hope
When we first started our Small Town Tour, we reached out to residents in the community and asked them if there were any residents who deserved special recognition. Although we received many different responses, almost everyone mentioned a child born on August 19, 1946, a boy “from a place called Hope.”
Tailgater’s Burger Company – A Dazzling Beacon in Downtown Hope, Arkansas
One of the things that make small towns so unique is independent, locally-owned dining establishments. In Hope, Ark., this has never been truer than at Tailgater’s Burger Company.
Five Reasons to Take Your Family to Six Flags Over Texas This Summer [VIDEO]
Summertime is the perfect time to put your hands up in the air and scream like your mama is chasing you with a switch. After all, who’s looking?
Tight Budgets Reduce School Programs – But Should Music Education Be Cut? [POLL]
In Philadelphia, Penn., the Great Valley School Board proposed in March that athletic programs, social workers and elementary school music lessons be cut in order to close a $5.6 million financial gap and stay within budget for the 2012-2013 school year, according to Pete Kennedy on Patch.com. To date, no final decisions have been made.
College Hill Elementary School Students Bid A Fond Farewell to Music Education Teacher Jimmy Jones
Music educator Jimmy Jones retires after 39 years of teaching students about the rich history of music and the joy of performing classic masterpieces.
July 4th Fireworks Display in Texarkana
Looking for a little Independence Day fun? This year the celebration takes place a bit early with Sparks in the Park on June 30.
Smoke Rises Over Eastern Texarkana Friday Morning, But What’s On Fire?
Texarkana residents noticed thick brown smoke rising into the sky this morning in a towering pillar that nearly blotted out the sun. But what was on fire?
Physicians Offer Exceptional Health Care and Allay Fears During Medical Crisis
Doctors get a bad rap. Sure, no one likes to go to the physician's office to be poked or prodded, but when our bodies betray us, sometimes we're left with no choice.
Breaking News: Trailer Fire On Interstate 30
We've received reports that a hay trailer caught fire on west bound I-30, just 20 miles east of Mount Pleasant.
Elvis is Alive and Well at the Senior Expo in Texarkana – June 7 [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
The Senior Expo 2012 is rockin' along at full power with Elvis at the helm today at Special Events on the Boulevard.
Julie’s Deli and Market Makes Lunch Special in Texarkana
Food is never boring at Julie's Deli. From the moment I stepped foot inside the spacious restaurant, I knew that I was in for a treat.