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Things to do in Texarkana Oct. 30-Nov. 5, 2017 

1. Free Halloween fun for KIDS on Tuesday, Oct. 31!

Andrew Mathis Hill

Business Manager, Texarkana AR Schools

Born and raised in Texarkana, Andrew is a 1983 Suma Cum Laude and Top Ten graduate of AHS, a 1987 Magna Cum Laude and honor graduate of Jackson State University with a BS in Accounting, and a 2008 graduate of Colorado Tech University with an MS in Management-IT Management. He currently serves as the Business Manager for TASD and as a minister at the Lonoke Baptist Church. Andrew and his wife, Dana, have 7 children and 2 grandchildren.

My mission for this wonderful community is to support the beautification efforts of downtown and other areas of Texarkana through volunteering my time, financial support, and planning knowledge whenever needed. Additionally, I definitely plan to volunteer for available non-profit boards, and to also assist any area businesses in any way I can to obtain the necessary resources to help them not only survive, but to also flourish. By investing all of our God-given skills and talents into our community and acting in the capacity as servant leaders, I believe we will reap the benefits of restoring our community to the level of being the great industrial, arts and cultural center that Texarkana has always been destined to be.

Bringle Lake Park

Thanks for making Texarkana USA twice as beautiful! 

Texarkana USA: 
A thriving center for business, education and culture that attracts–and serves–us all.

Citizens committed to Working Smart for Excellence, Educational and Cultural Riches, Community Pride, Economic, Social and Personal Well-Being. One-of-a-Kind, Twice as Nice, and Second to None.

Totally T-Town Food Faves
from the Leadership Texarkana Class of 2017-18

“My favorite is the catfish fillet at Hopkins Ice House.”
DEMARCUS GREEN     

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Things to do in Texarkana October 23-29, 2017 

1. Celebrate Fall and Halloween in Texarkana on Saturday, Oct. 28!

Dr. Catherine Hagen Howard

Dean STEM; Prof of Chemistry/Biology, Texarkana College

Dr. Catherine Hagen Howard is Dean of STEM and professor of Chemistry and Biology at Texarkana College. With more than 30 years of experience in education, Dr. Howard has a heart for students of every age and ability and a genuine love of learning. She is an active member of St. Edward Catholic Church, on the boards of Habitat for Humanity of Texarkana and the Texarkana Museum Systems, and a member of the Texarkana Homeless Coalition.

“I have been enormously blessed. My mission for community significance is to do all I can to help others who do not enjoy the same advantages that my family and I do: the homeless, poor, underemployed, undereducated. I hope to continue my efforts to help through my affiliation with the Homeless Coalition, Habitat, the Museum Systems, as well as through my church and my work at Texarkana College. As Luke 12:48 teaches 'For unto whom much is given, of him shall much be required.'"

TLC Burgers & Fries

Thanks for making Texarkana USA twice as beautiful! 

Email YOUR suggestions for places in the greater Texarkana USA area that deserve KUDOS for modeling the way and whose commitment to beauty are sources of community pride. Please include a clear photo file, your name, and the name of the location identified.

Are you in? Show the world! Download and print this sign and hang it at a prominent location at your home or business to show that you are committed to making Texarkana twice as beautiful!

Texarkana USA: 
A thriving center for business, education and culture that attracts–and serves–us all.

Citizens committed to Working Smart for Excellence, Educational and Cultural Riches, Community Pride, Economic, Social and Personal Well-Being. One-of-a-Kind, Twice as Nice, and Second to None.

Totally T-Town Food Faves

from the Leadership Texarkana Class of 2017-18

“I enjoy the great Monte Cristo from Pecan Point Gastropub & Brewery.”
ANTONIO WILLIAMS     

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Things to do in Texarkana October 16-22, 2017 

1. Komen Texarkana Race for the Cure. Saturday, Oct. 21. Join others in the community to raise funds and build awareness for the fight against breast cancer! If you haven’t signed up, no worries—late registration begins at 7 a.m. on race day. 5K run/walk starts at 9 a.m., and family fun stroll begins at 9:30 a.m. Located at Four States Fairgrounds and Bobby Ferguson Park. Learn more.

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Things to do in Texarkana October 9-15, 2017 

1. 8th Annual Jeans & Bling! 
Saturday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m., Texarkana Convention Center. Benefiting Hospice of Texarkana. At the Texarkana Convention Center. Concert by country music star Lucas Hoge, Texas Barbecue Buffet and the “Battle of the Hair Salons Lip Sync Battle”. Silent Auction, Raffles, games by HealthCare Express and door prizes. Fun for a LOCAL Cause! Tickets: hospiceoftexarkana.org

Downtown Art Gallery

Thanks for making Texarkana USA twice as beautiful! 

Email YOUR suggestions for places in the greater Texarkana USA area that deserve KUDOS for modeling the way and whose commitment to beauty are sources of community pride. Please include a clear photo file, your name, and the name of the location identified.

Texarkana USA: 
A thriving center for business, education and culture that attracts–and serves–us all.

Citizens committed to Working Smart for Excellence, Educational and Cultural Riches, Community Pride, Economic, Social and Personal Well-Being. One-of-a-Kind, Twice as Nice, and Second to None.

Totally T-Town Food Faves

from the team of Personal Bankers at Guaranty Bank & Trust

“Carne asada from Zapata’s.”
ANNES THAO      

Samantha McCallister

Bart Spivey

Business Development Project Manager, Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas & LT Class of 2017

What have you learned most about making a difference in Texarkana (or about your opportunity for community leadership) from being a part of Leadership Texarkana?

Leadership Texarkana exposed me to the great number of development efforts taking place in our community.  As a leader in the community, you don’t always need to start a new project or initiative.  Sometimes all you need to do is lend your support and contribute to those meaningful efforts already underway.  

THEY'RE IN! 

Texarkana USA: 
A thriving center for business, education and culture that attracts–and serves–us all.

Citizens committed to Working Smart for Excellence, Educational and Cultural Riches, Community Pride, Economic, Social and Personal Well-Being. One-of-a-Kind, Twice as Nice, and Second to None.

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Things to do in Texarkana October 2-8, 2017 

Saturday, October 7 is a busy day in Texarkana!