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Before the Vows

You’re engaged—congratulations! One of the most meaningful ways to celebrate this exciting chapter is with an engagement photo session. More than just a photo op, it’s a chance to capture the joy of this season in a way that reflects your unique style and relationship. While it may be tempting to skip it, engagement photos offer so much more than a few pretty pictures. … They allow you to get comfortable in front of the camera before the big day, build rapport with your photographer, and create lasting memories in a relaxed setting.

Posted on July 3, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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Wedding Checklist

12+ Months Before

… • Announce your engagement … • Decide on your wedding budget … • Hire a wedding planner (if using one) • Choose your wedding party … • Start your guest list … • Pick a date … • Book your venue … • Schedule your engagement photo session … • Research vendors (photographer, videographer, entertainment, florist, caterer, etc.) • Choose cake style and schedule tastings …

10-11 Months Before

… • Hire photographer and videographer … • Hire entertainment (band/DJ)

Posted on July 2, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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Wedding Budget Planner

Ceremony + Reception … Ceremony Location Fee $_____ … Officiant’s Fee $_____ … Marriage License $_____ … Reception Site Fee $_____ … Cake $_____ … Food $_____ … Beverages $_____ … Transportation/Valet $_____ … Tips $____ … Wedding Planner Fee $_____ … Subtotal $_____ … Flowers + Decorations … Ceremony Flowers $_____ … Bride’s Bouquet $_____ … Bridesmaids’ Bouquets $_____ … Flower Girl Accessories $_____ … Boutonniéres $_____ … Centerpieces + Decorations $_____ … Chair & Furniture Rentals $_____ … Linens $_____ … Wedding Signage $_____ … Subtotal

Posted on July 2, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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How to get a Marriage License in Arkansas or Texas

Time to get your marriage license. Here’s a step-by-step guide for either state. 1. Set Date—Make sure you know your date before applying. 2. Apply—Both parties must appear in person to apply. In Texas, you can fill out the application online beforehand, but both of you must still go to the county clerk’s office together to complete the process. 3. ID REQUIREMENTS … Valid driver’s licenses, state issued ID, Military ID or Passport are required for both applicants. Your Social Security card or knowledge of the number.

Posted on July 2, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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Share the Love

Hunley-Bolin … Madeline Hunley of Texarkana, Texas, and Riley Bolin of Gunter, Texas, were united in marriage on April 12, 2025, at Saint Patrick Cathedral in Fort Worth, Texas. The parents of the couple are Tricia Hunley of Texarkana, Texas, and Dr. Thomas Hunley of Texarkana, Texas, as well as Kimberly and Rodney Bolin of Gunter, Texas.

Posted on July 2, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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Publisher's Letter

This past month, our family had the joy of celebrating the very special wedding of my dad and his beautiful new bride, Ginger. It was one of those nights you never want to end. We dressed up, gathered with friends and family, and celebrated well, with a live band, plenty of dancing, and even a surprise cannonball into the pool by my youngest son, George… in a full suit… to win a $20 bet with a new friend. … Weddings have a way of bringing everyone together, and not just for the party. Marriage is a sacred union.

Posted on July 1, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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Fresh Finds on Both Sides of the Line

From downtown Texarkana, Texas, to just across the state line in Arkansas, our local farmers’ markets offer a seasonal spread of the region’s best items grown, baked, and made close to home. … … Gateway Farmers’ Market … 602 Jefferson Avenue … Texarkana, Arkansas … Open 7 am to noon … Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday … Gateway Farmers’ Market has a variety of craft vendors that participate periodically throughout the market season. … All farms are within a 75-mile radius of Texarkana. Each farm is inspected to ensure vegetables are grown locally by the farmer.

Posted on June 5, 2025 in Business & Politics READ MORE

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Escape Close to Home 2025

You do not have to travel far from Texarkana to discover unforgettable escapes. … Whether you are looking for lakeside relaxation, outdoor adventure, or a quick family getaway, there is something nearby for everyone. … Unwind on Lake Hamilton, where boating, swimming, and sunset views set the tone for a perfect retreat. Explore the Caddo River for a day of kayaking, fishing, or tubing, or head into the Ouachita National Forest, which offers miles of hiking and biking trails with breathtaking scenery.

Posted on June 4, 2025 in Community & Culture READ MORE

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Lines, Lures, and Luck

They sit in the dark, claiming their coveted spot, with only the man in the moon reflecting off the water and the croak of frogs for company. They wait for the sun to peek over the horizon—the signal that their dance of lines, lures, and luck can begin. They will cast in the cold, the rain, the dark, or the heat—no matter the weather, no matter the cost.

Posted on June 4, 2025 in Sports & Entertainment READ MORE

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Choosing Intention

Life moves fast. We are constantly plugged in, checking off to-do lists, completing tasks, only to add more. In this culture of hustle and urgency, some are choosing a different path, stepping away from the noise and toward a simpler, more grounded way of living. For many, that path leads to homesteading. … There is a quiet kind of magic on a homestead, where life is measured in seasons and seedlings. New Boston native Brittany Tubbs has not only embraced this lifestyle but turned it into a thriving business that spans from Texarkana throughout central Arkansas.

Posted on June 4, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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