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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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Celebrating Christmas at First United Methodist and Back to the Future with the Perot Theatre
Pastor Jaime Alexander and Mark Meadows discuss the upcoming praise events at First United Methodist Church in downtown Texarkana Arkansas. Philip Mann shares…
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Talking the Importance of Local Positivity in Texarkana
Today we recap the many positive things we have to be thankful for here in our hometown. We talk Christmas and the importance of supporting our local…
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Dr. Craig Nakashian of Texas A&M University Texarkana is our Guest
Dr. Craig Nakashian, Dean of the Honors College at A&M Texarkana joins us this morning to discuss growth at the University Campus in Texarkana. We also discuss…
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Visit with TTPD Chaplain Richard Daly
Richard Daly retired from the Chicago Police Department and found his way to Texarkana where he is currently serving as our TTPD Chaplain. We had a great visit…
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Texarkana Texas Mayor Bob Bruggeman Talks Texarkana U.S.A.
Texarkana Texas Mayor Bob Bruggeman started out as an appointee on the city council and became Mayor in 2012. At 13 years that makes him the longest serving…
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Visit with Tim Oneal of Eagle Distributing in Texarkana
Tim Oneal is the President of Eagle Distributing in Texarkana, but even more than that with all he does in our community. We discuss the multiple awards for…
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Talking with the folks from FixTXK
Susan, Salena, and Jeri with FixTXK join us to talk about resources for pet owners with spay/neuter services. We are also joined by Suzy and Marlon to recap…
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Official Toys for Tots Campaign Information for the Texarkana Area
Sergeant Joshua Zarazua is the local coordinator for the USMC Toys for Tots program. This year the program is struggling due to foolishness of individuals…
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Planning the Thanksgiving Meal for All at Randy Sams Outreach Shelter
Ms. Jennifer stops in to discuss the urgent need for cold weather gear at the Shelter, but also all of the planning going into this year's meal on Thanksgiving…
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Talking Majestic Jazz and Favorite Entertainers in Texarkana
This morning we visited with Candace Taylor and Josh Lawrence of "Majestic Jazz". We talked about so many different topics, from Jazz Music, to R&B, to Praise…
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Texarkana's Huge Veterans Extravaganza on November 8
Our 2025 Texarkana Veterans Day Parade & Extravaganza set for November 8 in downtown is being put together with everyone in mind. Parade, food, vendors of all…
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Urgent Food Distribution Event Set for November 6 - Talking with Camille Wrinkle
Camille Wrinkle joins us this morning to discuss Harvest Texarkana Regional Food Bank and the efforts underway to help our neighbors in these tough times…
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Shooting Sports with Lance Keen from Rocky Creek Outdoors
Lance Keen is the General Manager of Rocky Creek Outdoors here in Texarkana USA. We talk about shooting sports, events at the range, the culture, and more.
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Talking 'Laces of Faith' with Taylor Wilgus this Morning
Taylor Wilgus talks with us about the "Laces of Faith" event to distribute a good meal and warm weather gear in downtown Texarkana on Saturday, December 6…
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Ana Willis is Our New Texarkana Museums System Executive Director
We were joined by our new Executive Director of Texarkana Museums System, Ana Willis and Board Member Melissa Delk to talk about the new mission and direction…
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The Crew Behind 2025's Veterans Day Extravaganza in Texarkana
Today we talk to the Veteran's Day Extravaganza crew, Greg, Suzy, Danielle, Missie, and Marlon about the big plans for November 8, 2025. The Veterans Day…
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Talking with Monty Murry this Morning and Learning a Lot
Monty Murry was our guest this morning, and we had some great questions, but he really blew our minds addressing some legal myths that so many of us believe…
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Randy Sams Outreach Shelter with Jennifer Lacefield
Jennifer Lacefield is the Executive Director of Randy Sams Outreach Shelter. With the changing seasons, we spotlight needs at the shelter and touch on plans…
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Joshua Fortune is Running for Miller County Judge
Joshua Fortune has thrown his name in the hat for the office of Miller County Judge. We talk about what would make him good for the job and the people of…
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Talking to Miller County Judge Candidate Steve Green and More!
This morning we visit with Steve Green about his campaign for Miller County Judge. We also Have Cody Barling and Element Rose to discuss Cosmic Crossroads and…
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Chuck Zach is a Local Sports Broadcasting Icon and Joins Us this Morning
Chuck Zach has been covering sports on the radio for decades, and hosts the longest running radio show in Texarkana, "Leaving the Yard." We had an opportunity…
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Discussing Plans for our Biggest Veterans Day Celebration Ever
This morning Suzy Kroll, Danielle Anderson, and Missie Kasch with Ben's Heart Ministry join us to share just how huge this November 8, 2025 Veterans Day Parade…
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Talking TSO with Conductor Phillip Mann and Soul Man Billy Bland Joins Us
This morning we had a great time despite a few tech issues, we had a great conversation with Phillip Mann of the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra about the 25-26…
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No Kings - Hills and Valleys - Texarkana High School Football
Our guest couldn't make it, so we share our opinions on the importance of Hills & Valleys Refuge. How the No Kings movement is funded by those that wish to be…
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Dr. Antay Waters Discusses the Very Real "Rural Healthcare Crisis" in Texas
Dr. Antay Waters joined us this morning and gave us a great explanation of just how bad the rural healthcare crisis is in Texas, especially here in our region…
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Jeff and Squizzy Just Make Up a Show on the Fly
When our guest is unable to get here, we just keep going. So, this is what happens when you make it up as you go along. We say goodbye to MTV. We talk about…
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Arwin McDaniel is the Tough Kookie Survivor of the Year for 2025
Katina Levingston and Arwin McDaniel join us this morning to discuss this weekend's Tough Kookie Foundation Race for a Cure event at Texas A&M…
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Dr. David Bradford Discussing the TXK Turning Point Chapter and Early Voting
Dr. David Bradford joins us to discuss the "Charlie Kirk Birthday Celebration" planned for October 14 at the Texarkana Convention Center, early voting…
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Tom Ornberg Joins us to Discuss Texarkana's Veterans Day Celebration for 2025
Tom Ornberg, Veterans Service Officer for Miller County, joins us with some found history, and we discuss the plans for November 8 in downtown Texarkana.
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Chris Redfearn is a Candidate for Miller County Judge
Chris Redfearn is a candidate for the office of Miller County Judge. Today we learn more about Chris, and his plans for Miller County if he is elected.
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Destiny Carter with Kiwanis of Texarkana is Our Guest
The President of our local Kiwanis Club, Destiny Carter, joins us to discuss the organization and the many events and programs the Kiwanis Club does for the…
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Matt Solomon Discusses Little Known Texarkana History and Ghosts
Matt Solomon is our Texarkana Texas Historical Preservation Officer and always has the most interesting stories from the history of Texarkana. Today we are…
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Talking with Kelley Crisp our First Assistant DA for Bowie County
Kelley Crisp is currently our first assistant DA in Bowie County but is campaigning for the position of head law enforcement officer for the county. We talk…
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Tendra Washington and Chef Karla Neal talk about Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Rec Programs
Tendra Washington and Chef Karla Neal join us to talk about the many programs with the Texarkana Arkansas Parks & Recreation Department. These programs are…
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Talking Runnin' WJ Ranch with Brittany and Annabeth
Brittany Rogers and Annabeth Davis join us to discuss the return of "Riding Season" at Runnin' WJ Ranch. We also discuss the blessing from the Coleman estate…
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Kenneth Payne with the Bowie County Historical Commission Visits
Kenneth Payne stops in to talk about Bowie County History. We have some little known fact here that we believe you will find very interesting!
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Darlene Taylor and the Season of Art in Texarkana
Ms. Darlene Taylor joins us this morning to celebrate the many great things in our community this time of year. Also, if painting murals and windows for the…
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Katina and Joe Levingston Join Us to Discuss the Tough Kookie Foundation
The 5th Annual Tough Kookie Foundation Breast Cancer Awareness Race is set for October 18 at the Texas A&M Texarkana Campus. We discuss so many topics today…
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Olivia Poulton from Texarkana Library is our Guest Today
Ms. Olivia Poulton is our guest this morning celebrating 100 years of our Texarkana Public Library. We discuss the many changes in our library system for the…
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Downtown Festivals and Community Celebrations of Texarkana
Today we visit with Cody Barling and Element Rose about the many events and growth of community in downtown Texarkana. A lot of great events on the way…
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Preparing for Sober-Fest on October 4 at Spring Lake Park
We talk with Jason Butler of Recovery Road Productions and Hailey Wright about the upcoming "Sober-fest 2025" at Spring Lake Park in Texarkana. We also touch…
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Tiffanie Willis Archie Discusses Total Texarkana Eco-Class and Girltrek
The 7th Annual Total Texarkana Eco-Class takes place September 25 to September 27. Ms. Tiffanie shares the mission and the many successes with us this morning…
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Dr. David Bradford Visits the Program
Dr. David Bradford, educator author, speaker and more visits this morning to discuss his fascinating life and lessons learned. He is an American, but Texan to…
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Marine Corps League of Texarkana - Toys for Tots & 2025 Marine Corps Ball
This morning we visited with Jonathon McIntyre with the Marine Corp League to discuss Toys for Tots 2025, the upcoming Marine Corps Ball, and fundraiser. We…
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Bowie County District Attorney Jerry Rochelle Joins the Program
Our current Bowie County Jerry Rochelle joins us to discuss the office, and his upcoming reelection to serve the citizens of Bowie County.
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Visiting with Local Author J.D. Hurst
Visiting with local author, JD Hurst. She has been receiving a lot of attention with her books in the "Christian-Romance" genre. We discuss inspiration…
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Celebrating Shorty's Donuts with Anna Allgor
Anna Allgor with Shorty's Donuts visits with us this morning about Texarkana's Oldest Diner and favorite Donut Shop and a little bit of almost everything else!
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Organizers from the Charlie Kirk Prayer Vigil and SafeHaven Security
Big program today, we start with James Atchley and Michael McQuerry sharing expertise in security with Safe Haven Security Group here in Texarkana. We then…
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A downtown Friday with Squizzy Taylor
Today we were able to talk about how much better "local" is in Texarkana. Col Taylor sat in for the program to talk about how local grows local, and how we can…
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Talking with Chase Livingston - Life Coach, Author, Speaker, and Coffee Addict
Chase Livingston is passionate about truly helping teens and young adults develop confidence, leadership skills, and a healthy mindset for a happy life. We…
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Sergeant Ethan Sartor of the DPS Visits with us this Morning
Sergeant Ethan Sartor, our regions PIO for the Texas Department of Public Safety joins us this morning and covered a whole passel of topics, from traffic…
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Texarkana's First Picklefest Happens this Weekend
Monica Beeman, the Head Pickle in Charge of this weekend's "Picklefest" in downtown Texarkana, joined us this morning. Fun, Games, Entertainment, and…
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Talking Runnin' WJ Ranch and Volunteers
This morning Ms. Brittany and Ms. Narda joined us to talk Runnin' WJ Ranch. Ms. Theresa and Mr. Arthur were also with us to talk about volunteering at the…
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Talking Battle of the Food Trucks and Hype & Glory Wrestling
This morning's program featured Jason Butler, local promoter doing "Battle of the Food Trucks" this weekend. We were also joined by Jesse Tillis (Junior) and…
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Stacey Smallwood and Haven Homes of Texarkana
Stacey Smallwood of Haven Homes in Texarkana is our guest this morning. We discuss the many programs at Haven Homes and the big fundraiser coming up, the Haven…
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Bullies and Liars Online Plus the Moving Wall Details for the Weekend
Jennifer Tumey's son Bo was recently featured in a viral TikTok Video where the poster, that knew Bo's story, wanted views and the pennies that come with them…
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Meeting and a Visit with Senate HD1 Candidate Chris Spencer
Chris Spencer is running for the House District 1 Seat in Texas. We discuss Marvin Nichols Reservoir, Property Taxes, Rural Healthcare and more!
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Katina Levingston and the Upcoming Tough Kookie Cancer Seminar
On September 27 at Southwest Center on 7th Street, the Tough Kookie will be hosting the 2025 Cancer Seminar for anyone and any type of cancer. Medical experts…
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Tendra Washington Discusses Upcoming Events with Texarkana Arkansas Parks and Recreation
We visit with Tendra Washington about the Great Texarkana Cleanup and the many Fall events scheduled with the Texarkana Arkansas Park and Recreation Department.
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The Moving Wall Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall Replica on Display September 4 thru 8
Don't miss your opportunity to see the Moving Wall Memorial. Bernie Martin from the New Boston Chamber of Commerce gives us the details.