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BBQ Fails [VIDEO] [NSFW] [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:02:11 +0000

It’s Memorial Day Weekend! You know what that means! Family, friends and FOOD! Take our poll and tell us what your throwin’ on the grill this weekend. Fire up the grill! Hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ! Just be careful and don’t let that grill get away from you. Check out these BBQ fails, Yikes!

How Many Famous American Landmarks Have You Visited?

Kendra — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:47:31 +0000

Over 70% of Americans have never been to these top 5 famous landmarks in the US. How many have you seen? I have seen 3 out of the 5. Yellowstone (pictured above)…nope, or NOT YET. It’s on my to do list.:) Hollywood Sign? Well, that’s me and my adorable hubby, so YES, I’ve been there, [...]

Oklahoma Woman Reunited With Her Dog

Kendra — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:33:42 +0000

Ok, this video made me bawl like a big ole baby! I know how it feels to love your dog like one of your children. I am so happy that she was able to find her precious doggie. Bless her heart. My heart is so heavy today for the people of Moore, OK. [...]

Yay or Nay for DogPark in Texarkana, TEXAS?

Kendra — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:15:49 +0000

There seems to be some controversy about whether or not Texarkana, Texas should try to win $100,000 from PetSafe for their very own dog park. The controversy stems from…Texarkana, Arkansas winning the grant last year. Some people feel like our town doesn’t need two dog parks. Um, Texarkana is pretty big and I think it [...]

Best Summer Camps Near Texarkana

Wes Spicher — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:59:30 +0000

If you are looking for something for the kids to do this summer here are a few of the weekly camps and activities going on in Texarkana this summer. MINTON’S SPORTSPLEX Ages 5-12 Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. 5610 Richmond Road, Texarkana, TX 75503 Minton’s Sportsplex has been a staple of the Texarkana area [...]

Senior Health and Wellness Expo

Mimi — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:52:19 +0000

Enjoy demonstrations of products and learn about services that benefit seniors and their families. This event is free and open to the public.

At the expo, you will learn new ways to improve your well-being, have the opportunity to get free health screenings, gather tons of great information from our many vendors, enter great giveaways and pick up terrific freebies.

Blood Drive Today for Ashdown Girl! Please Help!

Kendra — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:40:59 +0000

This beautiful young lady is Autumn Kennemore. She is from Ashdown and she is battling cancer. There is a blood drive today to help with her blood supply. Karen, a Donor Recruiter from LifeShare Blood Center, said to make sure you tell them that you are donating for Autumn when you stop in to [...]

Nightmares About Your Partner Lead to Real Fights The Next Day [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:51:27 +0000

Have you ever had a bad dream about your spouse or significant other? Did you wake up mad or upset at them? You are not alone! I personally can never remember my dream…maybe that’s a good thing for my husband! . A recent study at the University of Maryland found that Yep, those nightmares of [...]

Should Expectant Mom's Get a Mother's Day Gift?- POLL

Kendra — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:13:09 +0000

My beautiful niece, Heather, is expecting her first child in December. It made me wonder if she should get a Mother’s Day gift this year. I say….YES! She is already a mother, caring and growing her sweet child. What do you think? Take my Poll below. By the way, what are you getting your Mom [...]

Are You in an Abusive Relationship?

Kendra — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:17:48 +0000

Did you know that every 9 seconds in the US a woman is assaulted or beaten? How about that domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women—more than car accidents, muggings, and rapes combined? Some studies show that 2 out of 5 victims of domestic violence are men. Do you think you or [...]

Should All Students Have Mandatory Drug Testing?

Kendra — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:21:21 +0000

Do you think Junior and Senior High students should be subjected to mandatory drug testing? A Florida school thinks so. Lake Highland Preparatory School in Orlando, Florida recently announced a new drug-testing program that calls for the drug screening of all students, grades seven through 12.They will start the screening in the fall semester of [...]

Trinity Mud Trek Set For a Muddy Goodtime April 27 [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:03:42 +0000

Get ready for the Trinity Mud Trek 2013 this weekend Saturday, April 27 next to Grady T. Wallace Park in Texarkana. If you’re ready to get down and dirty this is the place for you and your family.The 5K course will contain 10 obstacles, on 139 acres that will challenge you along the route which [...]

Benefit for Liberty Eylau Child

Kendra — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:25:11 +0000

It is a parents worst nightmare-their child getting hurt. Poor little Alex, from Liberty Eylau, was involved in a lawnmower accident and will have to wear a prosthetic foot the rest of his life. He is facing many surgeries and the family needs help as the medical bills are piling up. If you can’t make [...]

Blood Drive Today for West, Texas

Kendra — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:01:16 +0000

LifeShare Blood Center is asking for additional blood donations to help the victims in West, Texas. A blood drive is taking place at Christus St. Michael, 2600 St. Michael Dr. in Texarkana, Texas today until 5:15p.m. Donors may also go to LifeShare’s Texarkana location at 1321 College Dr. from 10a.m. until 5:30p.m. today or tomorrow [...]

Majority of Newlyweds Want a Boy as First Child Because They are 'Less Hard Work' Than Girls [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:14:36 +0000

Are boys easier to raise than girls? A recent survey says a majority of people think so. The survey asked over two thousand recently married couples about which they would prefer as a first child: 45% said boys are “less hard work” than girls. 33% said boys are better at looking after younger brothers and [...]

Form 4868-File for a Penalty Free Extension with the IRS

Kendra — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:26:42 +0000

Are you stressing out about your taxes today? I have help for you! The IRS will allow you to file an automatic six-month extension with NO penalties, but you have to submit it by today. Because I love you so much, I found the exact form that you need to do it. Here is a [...]

Locally Produced Broadway Musical 'Annie' This Weekend in Texarkana

Mario Garcia — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:02:42 +0000

Do you enjoy Broadway musicals? If so, First United Methodist Church located at 400 East 6th Street is the place to be this weekend. Fine Line Players a local production company is proud to present the classic Broadway hit “Annie” in the Cabe Center. Based on the book the story is about a little girl [...]

Your Vote Could Help Feed Local Children!!

Kendra — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:54:32 +0000

Wouldn’t you love to help Harvest Texarkana win $45,000 for their Backpack program with just a click of your mouse? You totally can! Harvest Texarkana Regional Food Bank has been providing food for local school children since 2006. As of 2011 they deliver food to over 11 campuses in our area with their “Backpack Program”. [...]

Fishing Derby Coming to Texarkana

Kendra — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:00:22 +0000

Open to all children, 16 and under, and any person with a disability FREE of charge. I have had the honor of helping spread the word about the COOA for years now. What a wonderful group of people! I hope you will bring your kids out on April 27th to take part in this Fishing [...]

A Family Fun Day at The Jonquil Festival [Photos]

Mario Garcia — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:36:25 +0000

One of my favorite events I enjoy attending every year is the Jonquil Festival in Old Washington State Park, Arkansas.Recently I took my wife and the girls to the festival for a day of relaxation and fun. Thankfully the weather was perfect that weekend and we enjoyed the colorful jonquils and got some pretty good [...]