Talk Tuesday

Turning the Page with D.C. Gomez

… Stories have the power to connect people. On Thursday, October 16, at 11:30 a.m., local author D.C. Gomez will speak at the Friends of the Texarkana Public Library’s luncheon and fundraiser at the Cabe Fellowship Center of First United Methodist Church downtown. Gomez will help turn the page toward a stronger future for the Friends of the Library. … An award-winning USA Today bestselling author, podcaster, motivational speaker, and coach, Gomez was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up in Salem, Massachusetts.
Posted on October 14, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Standing Strong, Together

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time of remembrance, resilience, and renewed commitment to fighting alongside those who carry the weight of this disease. For me, the Tough Kookie Foundation has never been about what I could do alone—it has always been about what we can do together. … I know this journey personally. As a 9-year breast cancer survivor, I have felt the fear, the fight, and the faith it takes to keep moving forward.
Posted on October 14, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Finding My Style

At 26, I thought I’d have my style figured out. You know, chic capsule wardrobe, timeless blazers, maybe a go-to “signature look” like those women in coffee commercials who always seem perfectly put together. Instead, I’m caught somewhere between “cute college girl at brunch” and “trying to look like I have a 401(k).” … … Living in a small town like Texarkana makes the style struggle even more real. We don’t exactly have Zara on every corner or a stylist waiting in Neiman Marcus to guide us through the racks. Most of us young women are figuring it out piece by piece, literally.
Posted on September 30, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Bougie Grubs Peachberry Pastries

… Servings: 4 pastries … Prep Time: 10 minutes … Bake Time: 15–18 minutes … Total Time: ~30 minutes … … INGREDIENTS … 1 fresh peach, thinly sliced … A few fresh blueberries … 1 sheet premade refrigerated puff pastry dough (thawed if frozen) … 3–4 tbsp whipped cream cheese … ½ tsp vanilla extract … 1 egg (for egg wash) … 2–3 tsp granulated sugar … 1–2 tsp honey … Powdered sugar, for dusting … … INSTRUCTIONS … 1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Posted on September 23, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Kelley Crisp Named Texas Hero of Hope by Texarkana Children’s Advocacy Center

… The Texarkana Children's Advocacy Center honored Kelley Crisp with its 2025 Texas Hero of Hope Award on Friday, Sept. 5. As Bowie County's First Assistant Criminal District Attorney, Crisp serves on the advocacy center's Multidisciplinary Team alongside professionals from various agencies. Her fellow team members nominated her for the award. … Those nominated are individuals who demonstrate extraordinary dedication and service to the mission of delivering hope, healing, and justice to child abuse victims and their families.
Posted on September 16, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Making Every Mile Matter for Haven Homes

… At Haven Homes, every mile matters—because every story matters. Just ask Trent Lipps, a Haven Homes graduate whose life is now a testament to God’s redemptive grace. … “I grew up in a broken home with the most loving mother anyone could ask for, but an absent father. That void led me down a path of destructive choices—drugs, violence, arrests, and years spent cycling through jails and prisons. But God had another plan. Through the Haven Homes Recovery Program, I met Jesus Christ. His love broke through my hardened heart.
Posted on September 9, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

From Dreamer to CEO: How UAHT Changed My Life

When I first approached the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) as a nontraditional student, I was filled with uncertainty. With only a ninth-grade education and a GED, I wasn't sure I was "college material." I shared my concerns with the director of the UA Texarkana campus and explained what I needed to succeed. I was immediately met with compassion, support, and a clear path forward. From day one, UAHT believed in my potential, even before I fully believed in myself. … I arrived as an unemployed single mother, unsure how I'd provide for my children or pay for college.
Posted on September 2, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Degree of Determination: Genoa Woman on a Mission to Put Teens in Focus

… It takes a strong heart and a deep sense of purpose to choose a career centered on helping teenagers successfully navigate adolescence, a challenging, high-stakes period of human development—especially for at-risk teens. Mandy Armstrong chose that path. … “Teenagers are my passion,” Armstrong, 36, said. “I want to advocate for children.” … Armstrong has surrounded herself with teenagers both at work and in her personal life in Genoa (Miller County). She and her husband, Chance, are raising a 14-year-old daughter and twin 12-year-old sons.
Posted on August 20, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Raising Kids Beyond Screens

… Excess screen time harms children and adolescents’ social skills, but it also affects their behavior similarly to dementia, presenting as distractibility and memory deficit. To help combat this, an extension expert says parents should limit screen time, encourage children’s off-screen interests, and closely monitor online activities. … For parents who want to limit their children's screen time, it's important to first be on the same page about what rules or restrictions to put in place. … Brittney Schrick
Posted on August 12, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Pocket Full of Rocks Returns to Texarkana for 30th Anniversary Reunion

… Pocket Full of Rocks returns to their hometown to celebrate 30 years with a night of stories and songs. FREE tickets are available for the reunion hosted by First Baptist Church Texarkana, on August 28, 2025. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with a pre-show beginning at 6:30 PM and the main event at 7:00 PM. … The evening will feature both founding and recent members of the band, sharing music and memories from their journey.
Posted on August 11, 2025 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE
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