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Texarkana Talks
Welcome to "Texarkana Talks," the radio show and podcast that celebrates Texarkana's unique community spirit, culture, and people. Each episode brings you conversations with the people who shape our city, from business innovators to cultural architects. Discover inspiring stories, tackle the pressing issues, and explore the successes that define our area. Tune in to feel connected and stay informed about all things Texarkana. Proud of our past, excited for our future—this is "Texarkana Talks."
Episodes
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We Get Educated on Alpha-Gal Syndrome with Nichole Holze
What happens when a tick bite changes your everyday life? This morning we learn more about Alpha-Gal Syndrome from Nichole Holze. Every answer she has leads to…
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Veterans Day 2026 with Craig Murray and Tyler Poole
This morning we celebrate our Veterans for all of their sacrifices and their families too. We are joined by Craig Murray and Tyler Poole to discuss their…
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Amber Keith and the PeopleFund Military Small Business Accelerator
Ms. Amber Keith tells us all about PeopleFund.org and how they can help all small businesses, but we focused on the Military Small Business Accelerator…
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Final Plans for the 2026 Veterans Day Extravaganza and Events in Texarkana
Here is everything you need to know about this weekend's Veterans Day Parade, day-long Extravaganza, and the Gary Allan Concert on Saturday, November 14 on…
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This Weekend's Fall Festival in Downtown Texarkana
Ms. Tameka swings through to run down everything "Fall Festival" this weekend in downtown Texarkana. Free admission and something for everybody in the family!
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Visiting with Incoming Miller County Coroner Brad Thomas
Brad Thomas is our neighbor and the General Manager of East Funeral Home across the street from the studios. Brad will be our Miller County Coroner beginning…
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Talking with Tim Oneal of Eagle Distributing in Texarkana
Tim Oneal is President and CEO of Eagle Distributing in Texarkana. We talk about the growth and direction of the company and our new favorite energy drink…
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Toys for Tots 2026 Update with Tiffany Clayton and Daniel Berry
Here are the details you need for Toys for Tots 2026! Tiffany is the Regional Director for the Toys for Tots Foundation covering 9 counties. We talk about what…
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Getting Closer to the Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza with Gary Allan
This morning we are really encouraging everyone, EVERYONE, to come out to downtown and Front Street Plaza for the day on Saturday, November 14. Veterans Day…
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Going into the Halloween Weekend
This morning, Matt Soloman with the City of Texarkana Texas is our guest, and Chris Redfearn stopped by to remind you to vote. This was a lot of fun, we even…
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Texarkana Arkansas Fire Department 'Fill the Boot' Campaign
Daniel Thields with the Texarkana Arkansas Fire Department joins us for an update on the 'Fill the Boot' Campaign to fight Muscular Dystrophy. One more chance…
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Haunted Walks Return to Downtown with Haunt 'N' Harvest Fest
Cody Barling and Candy Coker join us to discuss bringing the original "Haunted History Tour" back to downtown Texarkana for the 2026 Haunt 'N' Harvest Fest on…
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This is What Happens When Jeff Forgets to Book a Guest
When Jeff forgets to book a guest, this happens. We cover a lot, Haunt 'N' Harvest Fest, Boo at the Barn, an update on the Stations and more!
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Texarkana Area Veterans Council Joins to Share Plans for Veterans Day
Here is our update on where we are in planning the Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza on November 14!
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Sandy Hatcher Discusses Proposed Data Centers
Sandy Hatcher is an administrator among the groups against the proposed Data Center Projects in the region. Today we discuss the different proposals and more.
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Talking about the Runnin' WJ Ranch 'Boo at the Barn' Event
Happening Wednesday, October 28 at Runnin' WJ Ranch it is "Boo at the Barn"! Free admission to Trick or Treat and play the games, with concessions available to…
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2026 Ark-La-Tex 'Haunt & Harvest Fest' Details for Family Halloween Fun
Cody Barling is our guest this morning. The Ark-La-Tex Haunt 'N' Harvest is going to be huge, especially with Halloween falling on a Saturday this year. Get…
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Destination Downtown this Weekend with Mark Chesnutt
Caleb Mudford and Jennifer Lacefield with LNK TXK share all the details about the Destination Downtown event on Saturday October 24. This is a 21+ event!
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Update on Veterans Day Parade and Extravaganza with Gary Allan
Just a few weeks out and we get an update with Suzy Kroll and Marlon Lineberry on the Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza with Gary Allan headlining the party…
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Kicking off the 21st Season of the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra
Phillip Mann, Conductor of the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra, is our guest this morning. The T.S.O. kicks off their 21st season this Saturday, October 17 at the…
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Getting Ready for Thanksgiving with Randy Sams Outreach
Jennifer Lacefield joins us this morning. Getting ready for changing seasons brings special needs. Plus, Thanksgiving is right around the corner and this is…
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Talking Pet Adoptions to Wrestling and E Sports and More
Ms. Tendra Washington joins us this morning with Chrissy Gonzales for the big pet adoption event Saturday at Jefferson Park in Texarkana, Arkansas. Darby…
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Ms. Hillary Cloud from the Chamber and Tyler Poole from TC Join Us
This morning we discuss the great success with the Texarkana Chamber of Commerce ACT Work Certification and Tyler Poole with Texarkana College are our guests…
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Current Planning for the 2026 Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza
Okay, less than a month out from our Texarkana Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza. Here is all of the information you need to be a part of this community-wide…
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Toys for Tots Update with Tiffany Clayton
We get an update on our local Toys for Tots Campaign and what is needed the most right now.
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Talking Friends of the Library and Resources Day in Downtown Texarkana
This morning Mary Wormington and Morgan Chase join us to discuss Friends of the Library, all of the new programs at the Texarkana Public Library, and Resources…
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Getting Into Fall with the Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Recreation Team
Tendra Washington is our guest to share all of the Fall activities and events that the Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Recreation Department has planned for…
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Talking 'Texarkana Picklefest 2026' Details with Monica Beeman
Monica Beeman joins us to discuss the 2nd Annual Texarkana Picklefest, happening this Saturday, October 10 in downtown Texarkana. The food, the games, the fun…
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Planning the 2026 Veterans Day Parade & Extravangza
The 2026 Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza is planned for Front Street Plaza on Saturday, November 14 in downtown Texarkana. The Parade is at 11, the…
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Scouting America with Lonna Johnson and Our Friend Liam Laughlin
This morning we spoke with Lonna Johnson with Scouting America about all of the improvements at Camp Pioneer and the many opportunities for our local youth. We…
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Big News Announcement this Morning for Texarkana Radio and the Community
Today we are able to give you an update on the downtown Texarkana Radio Stations and the new owners. Making these the only locally owned and operated radio…
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This Next Weekend is Full of Family Fun
When the guest can't make it, we make it up ourselves! Great thing that there is a ton of family fun in Texarkana this weekend!
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We Are Washington Golf Tournament with Nick Reid
This morning we learn a lot about We Are Washington and the big golf tournament on Friday to benefit the many programs built to serve the youth in our…
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Making our Plans for the 2026 Veteran's Day Parade & Extravaganza
Today we’re talking about the 2026 Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza, coming to downtown Texarkana on November 14! We’ve got all the details on how to enter…
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Jenn Mack - Write in Candidate for Governor of Texas
Jenn Mack joined us this morning for a wide-ranging conversation about Texas, the issues shaping the state, immigration, Islamic movements, government, and the…
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Crystal Cowan with Details on this Weekend's Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event
The Bureau of Land Management is hosting a Wild Horse & Burrow Adoption Event this weekend at the McCurtain County Fairgrounds. 150 horses and burros are…
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Talking with Tiffanie Willis Archie about Girltrek and Keep Arkansas Beautiful
Great discussion today about Keep Arkansas Beautiful efforts and the blessing that is Girltrek. Ms. Tiffanie Willis Archie gives us all of the information for…
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He Saw a Truck on Fire… and Ran Toward It
Last week on I-30, Mitchell Royal witnessed a terrifying accident unfold—a pickup pulling a camper trailer crashed into the back of an 18-wheeler, sending the…
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TJ Wall is Running for Texarkana Arkansas Board of Directors
This morning, TJ Wall joined us to discuss his campaign for Ward 4 City Director in Texarkana Arkansas. We talk about his platform, ideas, the dire situation…
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Texarkana Toys for Tots Campaign Kicks Off on October 1
The Toys for Tots Foundation has named Tiffany Clayton as coordinator of the Texarkana Toys for Tots 2026 Campaign. The official Kick Off is Thursday, October…
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Brittney Haynes with CASA Gives Details on this Weekend's Tacos 'N' Tunes Event
Ms. Brittney Haynes joins us to talk about this weekend's "Tacos 'N' Tunes" event. We also need more CASA volunteers, especially men. We also have a little fun…
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Daniel Thiels with TAFD Talking about Fill the Boot for MDA
Daniel Thields with the Texarkana Arkansas Fire Department joins us to discuss the Fill the Boot Campaign coming up on Fridays in the month of October to…
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Are We Building Our Replacements with AI?
The Musical Genome Project began as something radio stations contributed to and that experiment became "Pandora". Are we creating replacements for all of us…
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Breakfast this Morning with Lagniappe Specialty Meats
Bobby Duhon with Lagniappe Specialty Meats on Jefferson Avenue is our guest today. We discuss the store, the reason so many people are so highly satisfied. We…
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Remembering 9-11 at 25 Years After the Attacks
This morning we remember the thousands lost on 9-11 when Radical Islam attacked America for being American. Tom Ornberg joins us and shares his memories from…
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Taylor Coleman Joins us for Texarkana Talks
Taylor Coleman has become one of Texarkana's favorite entertainers, and we discuss what led him to the style of music that very few others perform. He grew up…
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Texarkana Talks about What AI is Afraid of and an Update on Our FM Signal
This morning we talk about a conversation with AI. We asked, "what are you afraid of for mankind"... We also get an update on the FM signal for Wes.
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Monty Murry and the 5 Myths of Auto Accidents
Our good friend Monty Murry was our guest this morning and as old as we are we thought we knew what you should do if you are in an auto accident. Monty brought…
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Talking with Jenny Walker about Leadership Texarkana and the Chamber of Commerce
This morning Ms. Jenny Walker is with us talking about the full circle with Leadership Texarkana and the Chamber of Commerce. We had a lot of fun, and learned…
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Les Munn and Lots of Fun on Texarkana Talks
Les Munn joined us this morning and Jeff didn't ask any of his prepared questions. Instead, they talked about Flock Cameras, Law Enforcement, and had a real…
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Talking Rotary Club and Plans for Veterans Day
This morning we are talking Rotary Clubs in Texarkana and the Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza coming up on November 14, 2026.
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Olivia Poulton and the Texarkana Public Library
Ms. Olivia Poulton, director of the Texarkana Public Library, joined us this morning and we had a great time. We talked Library Stuff, music, I threw out a…
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'Boo at the Barn' is Coming to Runnin' WJ Ranch on October 28
This morning we rundown the weekend's best entertainment, we get an update on rebuilding the radio station transmitter site, and AnnaBeth Smith from Runnin' WJ…
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Nick Walker Joins Us to Promote our Local Contractors
This morning on Texarkana Talks, Jeff sits down with Nick Walker of Texarkanacontractors.com to discuss local contractors, finding people you can trust, the…
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Talking Aviation at Texarkana College with Tyler Poole
Tyler Poole is the Director of the A&P program with Texarkana College at the Texarkana Airport. He joins us today to talk about the program, and the new…
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Presenting Greg Beck with the First 'Texarkana Veteran Legacy of Service Award'
Today we sat with Suzy Kroll of Ben's Heart Ministries and Greg Beck of everything Veterans. We talk about plans for the Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza on…
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Getting Ready for Gary Allan with Marlon Lineberry and Josh Arnold
We are so ready for this year's Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza on November 14 featuring headliner Gary Allan for 2026. This morning we visit with promoter…
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Tendra Washington & Lettie Elijah Join Us from Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Recreation
Ms. Tendra Washington is back with us this morning and brough Ms. Lettie Elijah with her. There is just too much going on at the Terry Lee Rogers Recreation…
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A Podcast Celebrating National Radio Day and More
We get an update on the Local Radio Rebuild Project from Wes and celebrate National Radio Day!
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Talking 'Split City Skateboards' a New Civic Group in Downtown Texarkana
This morning we visit with Mason Curtis and Garrett McKnight of "Split City Skateboards". This is something we should all get behind as the popularity of the…