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Hey Texarkana, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s edition: TRAHC’s Honors Gala, Wagons for Veterans, and a Celtic spring concert by The Muses + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.

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📰 In the news

A night for hometown pros: TRAHC’s Honors Gala will celebrate Texarkana-raised Clay Mills and Ben McGinnis on March 21 at ArtSpace, with a performance by Gracie McGraw and live music — get all the details.

Strengthening local talent pipeline: Texarkana Chamber received a $120,000 T.L. Temple grant supporting workforce goals, aiming for ACT Work Ready Community certification in 2026 and encouraging 60 Bowie County employers to recognize NCRC — get all the details.

Serving those who served: Texarkana’s 8th Annual Wagons for Veterans will be held March 14 at Four States Fairgrounds, with plates starting at $20 to support disabled veterans, from wheelchair ramps to food boxes — see how proceeds help veterans.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Shop handmade at Central Mall Texarkana
• BBQ and baggo benefit neighbors with disabilities
• Walk through Jesus’ final week together

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Lunch that actually hits: When you need something fresh and unfussy, Julie’s Deli delivers craveable sandwiches (hello Reuben, chicken salad croissant), a solid grab-and-go case, and bakery treats for the mid-afternoon slump. Keep your week moving without another sad desk meal.

Weekend reset, sorted: Spring Lake Park is your low-effort win this week: loop the 1.75-mile Phillip McDougal trail, play the 18-hole disc golf course, let the pup fly at the Kylee Sullivan‑PetSafe Dog Park, then cool off at the Rotary Splash Pad.

Upgrade the game shelf: Whether your crew hunts new minis, a Pokémon booster, or that oddly specific figure to complete a shelf, Excalibur Comics, Cards & Games keeps Texarkana stocked. Expect browsing and tip-trading as a “five minutes” stop drifts into happy, nerdy time… the kind that lingers.

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🧘 A Matter of Balance – Fall Class @ Ark-Tex Council of Governments | Tuesday (3/10) at 10:00 AM – Because we’d all prefer the two-step to the tumble, here’s your friendly nudge to keep upright, and keep moving. This free, 8-week class at Ark-Tex Council of Governments shares practical strategies, light exercises, and home tweaks to cut fall risk, build confidence, and stay independent.

🎻 The Muses @ First Presbyterian Church | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – This Celtic Spring concert by The Muses brings Irish harp, flute, voices, drums, piano, and a bit of dance to First Presbyterian Church. Call it St. Patrick’s spirit without the green beer, and it’s free thanks to the Patterson-Troike Foundation, so bring a friend.

🐣 Children’s Easter Story Time @ Salty Boutique & Books | Saturday (3/28) at 10:30 AM – Need a low-key Easter outing that doesn’t end with jellybeans in the couch? They’ll hear a sweet story, make a simple craft, and mix birdseed to take home, so the mess stays outside. It’s free, but RSVP at saltytxk.com/events, because even bunnies appreciate a headcount.

✝ Journey to the Cross @ Trinity Baptist Church | Sunday (3/29) at 4:00 PM – Bring the kids and walk through the story of Jesus’ final week, a free, family-friendly journey with scene stops, keepsakes, and real conversation, no screens required. Then let them burn off wiggles with bounce houses, face painting, and a small petting zoo.

✨ Upcoming local fundraisers

🎖 Wagons for Veterans @ Four States Fairgrounds | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Cast-iron chuckwagon grub over open fire, and every bite helps our local vets. Drop 20 bucks, 10 for kids, at Four States Fairgrounds, then wander the square dancing, antique tractors, bounce houses, the car show, and a live auction, because generosity pairs nicely with seconds.

🍽 Dine to Donate @ Jaggers Texarkana | Tuesday (3/17) at 11:00 AM – If your St. Patrick’s Day tradition involves carbs and good deeds, head to Bubba’s 33 and mention RRCU Gives, then 10% of your tab backs the foundation. Enter for a green Roadie Yeti, grab a bake sale treat, call it community service.

🍀 St Patty’s Bunco Fundraiser @ VFW Post 4562 | Tuesday (3/17) at 6:00 PM – Roll the dice for the dogs at a shamrock-soaked Bunco night, with 100% of proceeds going to animal rescues. Wear your green, bring pet supplies, and expect prizes, raffles, and the neighbor who treats Bunco like a contact sport. If luck bails, the animals win.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Texarkana report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 80°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 36%

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 80. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

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Tomorrow – High: 74°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 90%

Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Cloudy, with a high near 74. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. North wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

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