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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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Discussing the Latest A&P Controversy in Texarkana
This morning we talk about the Junior League of Texarkana celebrating 100 years of serving the community. We also touch on the latest controversy with the…
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Monday May 18 - Reminiscing with Wes and Jeff
Kicking off the week looking back on radio in Texarkana. Wes Spicher stops in to remember a few of the good old days.
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Visiting with Ms. Nikita Alford with Tex-Rep about the 35th Season of Our Community Theatre
Talking with Board President Nikita Alford about Tex-Rep and the importance of community theater. TexRep has been part of the local arts scene since 1990…
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Ready for the Heat at Randy Sams Outreach Shelter with Jennifer Lacefield
Jennifer Lacefield is our Executive Director of Randy Sams Outreach Shelter. We talk about the biggest needs heading into the hottest season of the year. Ms…
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Talking with Joe Teel about Community Voices
This morning on Texarkana Talks, we welcomed Joe Teel of The Joe Teel Podcast and Teel Septic Services. Joe represents a younger generation of community…
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2026 Texarkana Airshow Update with Brandon Sanders
Talking 2026 Texarkana Air Show this morning with Brandon Sanders from Texarkana College and Texarkana Airport. We talk about the airshow and events around it…
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Talking History of Christianity and Warfare with Dr. Nakashian
Our guest this morning is Dr. Craig Nakashian, Dean of the Honors College and Professor of History at Texas A&M University Texarkana. His specialty is medieval…
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2026 Pitch It Texarkana Winner - Colleen Woods from Sling Fit TXK
Ms. Colleen Woods is the big winner of the 2026 Pitch It Texarkana competition joins us to talk about the competition and her business "Sling Fit TXK". This is…
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Talking Temple Memorial Treatment Center Today
We are joined this morning by Sandy Varner and Gina Parrish o Temple Memorial Treatment Center and learn a ton about the services provided for our community…
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Talking Texarkana Public Library with Olivia Poulton
Olivia Poulton is our Executive Director of the Texarkana Public Library. They are getting ready for some great Summer Programs with the "Summer Reading…
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Our Cinco De Mayo 2026 Episode
We had a guest forget about us today, so we will start sending out reminders! All good, we get to talk about a number of things that Jeff just pulled out of…
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Talking Taco Fest and HypeCon 2026 with Darby Tillis
Darby Tillis is in this morning to share the HYPE with this weekend's Taco Fest in downtown Texarkana. Luchadores are going to be putting on some high-flying…
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Talking with Organizers of the 2026 Texarkana Air Show
Most all of us are super excited about the 2026Texarkana Airshow on June 27. More than stunt planes, skydivers, and what not, this event is HUGE! We are…
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Making Plans for a Summer of Fun with Parks & Recreation
Ms. Tendra Washington is with us to share all of the activities and events planned at the Terry Lee Rogers Recreation Center. We talk about all of the…
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Time for the May '22 a Day Challenge' and we are Talking with Suzy Kroll and Tom Ornberg
The Ben's Heart "22 Challenge" in the month of May has really gone viral and pretty much Nationwide at this point and we are ready for it. We talk to Ben's…
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Texarkana Air Show BBQ Cookoff Details with Gary Wortham
Gary Wortham has taken on the responsibility of organizing the Texarkana Airshow BBQ Cookoff. Not only are those bragging rights out there, but this…
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Monday April 27 - More Opinion Than Anything
Here is what is going on with the left. After another attempt on the life of our President of the United States, some things just need to be said. Don't care…
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Talking the Big Texarkana Card Show on April 25
Terence Washington joins us to discuss collectibles of all sorts and the big Texarkana Card Show set for Saturday, April 25 at the Terry Lee Rogers Recreation…
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Phillip Mann Discusses the TSO 20th Anniversary Season Grand Finale
Texarkana Symphony Orchestra Conductor Phillip Mann joins us to discuss this weekend's T.S.O. 20th season Grand Finale. We look back on some of the great…
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Wednesday April 22 - Running Down Local Events and Activities
Had a last minute rescheduling of our guest this morning, so we spend the time making fun of the criminals in Minnesota that now claim they are the victims…
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Chris Redfearn Reflects on his First Political Campaign
Former war fighter and recent candidate for Miller County Judge Chris Redfearn joins us this morning to talk about his first political campaign, the good, the…
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Talking 2026 Texarkana Taco Festival with Jason Butler
Jason Butler joins us to discuss Texarkana Taco Festival on May 9. Everybody loves tacos and there will be plenty and every kind of taco you can think of in…
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Deanna O'Malley with Communities Unlimited is our Guest
Got a business idea and need a little help getting started? Do you have a small business ready to grow? Get with Ms. Deanna at Communities Unlimited. From…
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Stacey Smallwood-Lingo Discusses Haven Homes 'Where Hope Abounds' Event
Stacey Smallwood Lingo from Haven Homes joins us to talk about the May 7th event, "Where Hope Abounds". A celebration for all at the Texarkana Arkansas…
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Jenny Walker joins us to discuss Leadership Texarkana
Jenny Walker is the Executive Director of Leadership Texarkana. Today we learn more about the organization and their mission in the community. Applications for…
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Planning our Texarkana Veterans Day Event with Suzy Kroll and Tom Ornberg
Suzy Kroll with Ben's Heart Ministries and our Miller County Veterans Service Officer Tom Ornberg join us to talk about a lot of upcoming events for our…
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2026 Texarkana Catfish & Mudbug Festival
Ms. Tameka Grady joins us with details about the 2026 Catfish & Mudbug Festival happening at Front Street Plaza this Saturday, April 18. This year don't miss…
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Terrie Arnold Tells Us About the Twice as Fine Wine Festival on May 2
Terrie Arnold discusses the upcoming "Twice as Fine Wine Festival" on May 2, 2026. This is the 11th year for the event that just keeps getting bigger and…
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Aaron Patton's 'The Americans Project' in Texarkana on April 9
Today we talk with photographer Aaron Patton about his powerful nationwide journey, "The Americans Project". We talk about the stories he's encountered on the…
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Free Catfish Derby Happens Saturday April 11 in Texarkana
This morning we had Ms. Tendra with the Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Recreation Department and Arkansas Game & Fish Biologist Dylan Hann join us. We talked about…
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LNKTXK Hosts 2nd Annual Waggin' Weiner Run this Saturday in Downtown Texarkana
This morning we update everyone with details about the 81st Four States Fair & Rodeo. Plus, we talk with Caleb Mudford and Zoe Terral from LNKTXK about the…
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Opening Day of the 81st Four States Fair & Rodeo with Lisa Garner and Kristin Larry
Lisa Garner and Kristin Larry join us on this opening day of the 81st Annual Four States Fair & Rodeo. This year with the top amusement company in the United…
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Saying Farewell to Paul Merlich from Texarkana Regional Airport
Today we say goodbye to Texarkana Regional Airport Director Paul Merlich and we wish him the best on his next venture. We are also talking with Interim…
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One Year Anniversary of the Partnership with KTFS and Texarkana FYI
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the partnership with KTFS Radio and Texarkana FYI. So many fascinating stories from our guests since falling into this…
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Matthew Anderson is Running for TISD School Board of Trustees
Matthew Anderson is a young man moved to serve. He is running for a seat on the TISD Board of Trustees. We discuss his reasons for entering the race, and ideas…
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Looking Back on No Kings and The Americans Project is Coming to Town!
This morning we looked back on the 'No Kings' gathering this weekend, and look forward to 'The Americans' Photography Project is coming to Texarkana on April 9…
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When Life Gets in the Way and Our Guest Cancels - We Make it Up!
Well, for March 27 we just made it up as we went along. Our guest was unable to make it today, so we covered a lot of what is happening in Texarkana this…
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The Four States Fair & Rodeo Starts on April 3 and We Have Details
A great visit with Lisa Garner of the Four States Fair Grounds and Dan Sawyer from North American Midway Entertainment. The 2026 Four States Fair & Rodeo is…
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April Fishing Derby at Bobby Ferguson Park is Right Around the Corner with Arkansas Game and Fish
Through all of the technical difficulties this morning, we still had a great conversation with Dylan Hann from Arkansas Game & Fish and Ms. Tendra Washington…
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Talking About the Beverly Community Center in Texarkana
This morning we visit with Kristi Kendrick, Nedra Harris, and Jannette Buchanan about the Beverly Community Center and the many events and activities available…
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Marc Andre Bougie is Taking the Texas High Choir to Carnegie Hall
We are joined by Maestro Marc Andre Bougie, Texas High Choir Director Christina Sullivan, and Mindy Tollison about the chance for the kids to join Bougie on…
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Talking with Ms. Tendra Washington Getting Ready for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Ms. Tendra shares, well, almost everything that the team with Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Recreation Department has planned through Spring. Starting with…
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Jennifer Lacefield with Randy Sams Outreach Shelter is our Guest Today
Jennifer Lacefield is our Executive Director of the Randy Sams Outreach Shelter. Today we discuss the needs of the community. The upcoming benefit concert with…
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The 2nd Annual 'Pork on a Fork' Fundraiser with Runnin' WJ Ranch on April 18
Ms. Annabeth Smith joins us to talk about the Pork on a Fork Fundraiser for Runnin' WJ Ranch happening on April 18 at Rammage Farms. Great BBQ, The Hailey…
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Discussing our 4 States Fusion Chorus
Our guests this morning, Leann Pitchford and Anita Norwood, discuss the 4 States Fusion Chorus. Part of the International Sweet Adelines the 4 States Fusion…
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Jesse Tillis Spreading the HYPE - Helping Youth Progress Everyday!
Jesse Tillis joins us to promote this weekend's Viking Festival, local E-Sports Teams, Hype & Glory Wrestling and More!
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Hillary Cloud with the Texarkana Chamber of Commerce is our Guest
Hillary Cloud joins us to talk about Texarkana Chamber of Commerce efforts for National Career Readiness Certification in our region. Reach out to the Chamber…
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Big Plans from FFAC for Local Animal Rescues with a big 'Bunco Night'
Trista Akin with Friends for a Cause visits with us about the upcoming "Lucky Dog Bunco" event to benefit local Animal Rescues on St. Patrick Day. Get all of…
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Lady Drifters Motorcycle Club Joins us this Morning!
The Lady Drifters is a growing group of women that love to ride motorcycles and serve our community. This morning we had Tita, Stat, and Bewbs on the radio…
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2026 Crawfish Season in Texarkana with John Robert Lee
This morning John Robert Lee from Hot Tails Crawfish joins us to discuss the 2026 Season and the big plans for bigger fun and great entertainment this year!
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Getting Ready for this Weekend's Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
Destiny Carter, President of Texarkana Kiwanis Club, visits with us about the 68th Annual All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast set for March 14 in Texarkana.
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Talking with Spring Awakening Viking Festival Organizer Mckayla Cox
Mckayla Cox joins us today to discuss the upcoming "Spring Awakening Viking Festival" happening March 21 & 22 at Dancing Ranch Farm.
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Full Panel this Morning with Bowie County Commissioners and TSO Director Phillip Mann
Tom Whitten and Mike Carter, newly re-elected Bowie County Commissioners join us about their recent campaigns and results. We also have Phillip Mann to tell us…
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Recap of Area March 3 Primary Races
We had a last-minute cancelation for this morning's show, but will reschedule for a later date. That gave us the opportunity to rundown some of the local…
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Lifenet Dispatchers - The First First Responders this Morning
This morning we visit with Michelle Weerts and Laurne Hill with Lifenet about the need for dispatchers. We learned a lot about one of the most stressful and…
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Meet Jenny Walker our New Executive Director of Leadership Texarkana
We were shocked to learn that our new Executive Director of Leadership Texarkana once led Indiana Jones himself up Mount Kilimanjaro! Check out our visit from…
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Talking with Judge Cathy Harrison about Running for Secretary of State
This morning, we visit with current Miller County Judge Cathy Harrison about her run for Arkansas Secretary of State. She really is a super lady, and we always…
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Tendra Washington and Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Rec Plans for the Community
Ms. Tendra Washington is our guest discussing the upcoming "Keep Texarkana Beautiful" project on March 7 and the many things available to the community through…
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Bowie County History Programs and Partnerships with Kenneth Payne
Today we had Kenneth Payne, Chair of the Bowie County Historical Commission, joins us to discuss the upcoming Red River History Forum at Texas A&M-Texarkana on…
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Discussing 'Concierge Psychiatry' with Barnett Wellness Clinic
Grant Barnett joins us to discuss his new practice on Jefferson Avenue and go deeper into what "Concierge Psychiatry" really is and how you can benefit with…