I like putting a smile on my listeners’ faces as they drive home, so I keep things upbeat, funny and informative, whether I’m telling you about different events in our community, introducing a great concert, or hosting a charity fundraiser. It’s gratifying being able to touch people with something I say on air or do at an event. In my spare time I enjoy the outdoors, traveling, movies, football and grilling out. Radio has changed a lot since I began working weekends on KOSY 790 AM when I was 16 years old, but it has been very good to me and it is something I’ve wanted to do since I was a little boy. I’m just blessed I’ve been able to do it all these years.
Mario Garcia
Arkansas Gov. Hutchison Closes Arkansas Schools Remainder of Year
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchison in a press conference this afternoon (April 6) made the announcement that all Arkansas public schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school year in order to help limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
Road Construction Near Hooks Traffic Re-Routed to One-Lane
A contractor for the Texas Department of Transportation will be working at Farm to Market Road 1398 (west leg) where Interstate 30 crosses over the roadway. This work is expected to begin the week of April 6, 2020.
Drive-Thru COVID-19 Screening April 6
Miller County Office of Emergency Management Command Center has announced there will be a Drive-Thru COVID-19 Screening today April 6, at the Lansdell Family Clinic located in the 82 Plaza Shopping Center on Hwy 82/East 9th Street, from 9AM-4PM across from the Cooper Tires entrance.
Salvation Army to Distribute Food Boxes April 8 – Register Today
With the Coronavirus pandemic ongoing, the Salvation Army located at 400 East 4th Street in Texarkana, Arkansas will be distributing food boxes on Wednesday, April 8.
Texarkana, Texas to Receive $516,670 in Grant Money for RRAD
Governor Greg Abbott today announced a new round of grants totaling $14.1 million from the Texas Military Preparedness Commission’s (TMPC) Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) program awarded to various military communities across the state.
Powerball Jackpot Based on Game Sales and Interest Rates [UPDATE]
The Powerball Product Group today announced its decision to determine Powerball’s advertised jackpot based on game sales and interest rates. Following the April 8 drawing, guaranteed starting jackpot amounts and minimum jackpot increases will be eliminated, and future jackpot increas…
Arkansas State Parks Open for Day Use Only – No Overnight Stays
Stacy Hurst, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism (ADPHT), today announced all Arkansas State Parks will be open for day use only effective 8 a.m. on Friday, April 3, until further notice.
Miller County Establishes Emergency Operations Center
In keeping with the spirit of the State of Arkansas directive to minimize gatherings, the city of Texarkana, Arkansas and Miller County has established an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at the Miller County Office of Emergency Management, located at 1007 Jefferson Avenue.
Salvation Army Family Store Donation Side Still Open [UPDATE]
Let me give you an update on the Salvation Army Family Store at 420 Walton Drive. The DONATION side remains open during normal business hours, however, the store remains closed.
Salvation Army Thrift Store is Closed – Please Don’t Leave Items in Rain
Just a reminder that the Salvation Army Thrift Store on Walton Drive is closed due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. While they appreciate the donations they are receiving, please do not bring any items to the store when it's raining and leave them outside because they are being ruined in the rain a…
Townsquare Media Conference Room Concert Series
The Coronavirus Pandemic has shut down bars and local venues all around the Texarkana area as many folks shelter in at home for safety concerns. Many musical artists all across the country are doing live shows from their studios or home.
Texarkana College Approves 9-12-Month Faculty Contracts
Yesterday, March 30, the Texarkana College Board of Trustees approved 9- and 12-month faculty contracts for the 2020-2021 academic year.