The Farmers Bank Foundation, Farmers Bank & Trust, and the Southern Arkansas University Foundation were thrilled to welcome NFL legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith as the headliner for the 19th annual Farmers Bank & Trust Distinguished Speaker Series on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The special event took place at Southern Arkansas University's W.T. Watson Athletic Center in Magnolia, Arkansas, offering attendees a unique opportunity to hear from one of the most accomplished athletes and entrepreneurs of our time. … Thanks to the generosity of our community, over $111
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation hosted its annual Casino Night on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Crossties Event Center in Texarkana, Arkansas. Guests embraced the 1920s prohibition theme, dressing in period attire and enjoying a night of casino games, including Blackjack, Poker, Craps, Roulette, Slot Machines, and more. The evening was filled with lively music from Robert St. John’s Psychedelic Radio Band, as guests danced the night away while enjoying great food by Chef Jeff Loving, drinks, and entertainment.
On Sunday, September 22, 2024, CASA for Children and the Texarkana Children’s Advocacy Center hosted the 19th Annual Songwriters on the Edge of Texas concert and golf tournament, featuring Cody Canada and The Departed, with Trey Johnson opening the show. The Tacos N’ Tunes themed event included dinner donated by TaMolly’s Mexican Kitchen and a piñata raffle. … CASA and the TCAC would like to thank its many generous sponsors and donors for their help in raising over $181,000. All proceeds go directly back to CASA and the TCAC.