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
Ready to do The Shake! Neal McCoy in Texarkana Nov. 5
Things are ramping up at 'Crossties' located in the entertainment district in downtown Texarkana. Get ready to welcome back country star Neal McCoy on Friday, November 5.
86 Miles to Unique Lake Oasis Mermaid Manor Near Hot Springs
Not far away from Texarkana, there is a land of enchantment that awaits you near Hot Springs, Arkansas. You will feel like you were transported into the Disney movie "The Little Mermaid," when you stay at Mermaid Manor, a unique Airbnb on the shores of Lake Hamilton.
Town in Conflict a Special Event in Historic Washington Arkansas
The Civil War was one of the most trying times in our nation’s history.
Is There Really a White River Monster Lurking in Arkansas Waters?
There are many local folklore legends in Arkansas about things that are just unexplainable. For example, here in Southwest Arkansas, we've all heard about the Fouke Monster but have you heard about the White River Monster in Northeast Arkansas near the town of Newport?
Ragtime Music Celebration of Texarkana’s Scott Joplin in November
Texarkana Music Teachers Association and the Texarkana Museums System are combining efforts to celebrate American Music Month and Scott Joplin’s Birthday by hosting two events by visual artist and ragtime piano superstar, Scott Kirby, on November 4, at 7 p.m. and on November 6, at 12…
A Spellbinding 5,000 Lighted Pumpkins Await You in Dallas
Have you ever been to Pumpkin Nights in Dallas, Texas? Now through the end of this month, the magic of the fall season comes alive with 5,000 hand-carved and artificial glowing pumpkins with tons of lights.
Alluring Road Trip to Original Home of Texas Chainsaw Massacre?
One of the most notorious killers in Texas folklore history was known as Leatherface which spawned the 1970s cult classic The Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie. With Halloween right around the corner, would you be up for a road trip to Kingsland to dine at the original home seen in the movie?
Ark-La-Tex 100 Club Awarded More Than $27,000 in Grants
The Arklatex 100 Club awarded more than $27,000 in grants for life-saving equipment and expenses to eight police and fire agencies in Bowie and Miller Counties at their October meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021.
Parker McCollum Set to Hit the Stage in Shreveport Oct. 21
One of the fastest rising stars in country music Parker McCollum is coming to the historic Shreveport Municipal Auditorium.
Arkansas High School Band to Perform + Host Marching Competition
The Arkansas High School Band will be hosting and performing in the Region 2 Marching Assessment Competition on Tuesday, October 19.
Annual Fish Fry Benefit Fundraiser Oct. 23
One of my favorite benefit events is coming up on Saturday, October 23, at Christ United Methodist Church, their annual fish fry.
Carnival Fun + Events Highlight Texarkana’s Fall Festival
It's about that time again for the second annual downtown Fall Festival in the historic entertainment district in Texarkana hosted by Crossties. Are you ready for a howling good time?