On Saturday, October 11th, 2025, LNKTXK hosted the 8th Annual Destination Downtown. Destination Downtown is an evening of food, drinks and live entertainment. This year the event consisted of over 15 stops and 10 bands performing across downtown Texarkana. The purpose of the event is to showcase our ever expanding downtown and offer attendees an opportunity to sample what downtown has to offer in hopes they will become frequent supporters.
The 16th Annual Jeans and Bling, benefiting Hospice of Texarkana, took place at the Texarkana, Texas, Convention Center on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The evening kicked off with a lively celebrity lip sync contest, where Mary Washington claimed victory. Becky Easley with RE/MAX Preferred and Kimberly Collins of Better Homes & Gardens Realty also performed, with a special encore from last year’s champ, Donna Davis. The night also featured live music from The Landsharks, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band.
… The 36th Annual Opportunities Inc. Golf Invitational was held at Texarkana Country Club on Monday, September 15, 2025. Opportunities Inc. provides developmental and support services to children and adults with disabilities, helping them live full lives and encouraging recognition of the value and abilities of everyone in our community. … Over the past 36 years, the tournament has raised more than $3.5 million—funds that have been truly life-changing for those served by the organization. … With the help of the Opportunities Inc.
… Texarkana Independent School District celebrated the ribbon-cutting and open house for the new Parks Elementary School, built on the historic Pine Street site. The building unites elements of the past in its exterior architecture with a state-of-the-art interior, designed to inspire a new generation of students. … Superintendent Dr. Doug Brubaker and Principal Audrey Shumate welcomed attendees, highlighting the school’s focus on early college and career exploration, leadership development, and fostering creativity.
