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Intentional by Design

Tucked inside the brand-new gated community of Deer Meadow Estates in Texarkana, Arkansas, this custom-built 2024 home is a shining example of intentional design and modern elegance. Crafted by TDC General Contractors, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy and neighborhood charm. … From the moment you step through the statement-making front doors it is clear that every detail in this home was thoughtfully curated. A neutral color palette, a blend of textures and tones—like exotic quartzite countertops—bring a refined richness to the interiors.

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

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Rachel Griffin

After graduating high school, Rachel attended the University of Arkansas, where she met her husband, Graham. They now reside in Fayetteville with their children, Nash and Poppy, and their dogs, Hank and Waylon. … Rachel has spent over 15 years at Walmart, working across marketing, merchandising, operations, supply chain, and eCommerce. She was recently promoted to lead strategy for Sam’s Club, where she is focused on shaping the future of the member experience and driving long-term growth.

Posted on May 3, 2025 in TXK Roots READ MORE

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A State United Against Hunger

As your representative, one of my top priorities is to ensure that every Arkansan has access to the food they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives. In our great state, more than 567,000 people, about 18.6% of our population, experience food insecurity, meaning they don’t always know where their next meal is coming from. Tragically, this includes nearly one in four of our children.

Posted on May 3, 2025 in Business & Politics READ MORE

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Good Evening TXK

Every month, when a new issue of Texarkana Magazine hits the stands, I hear the same thing… … “Bailey, the article was great—but that picture, though!” Hey… fair enough! I mean, have you seen the photos? … Each month, I get to work with the one and only Matt Cornelius, who is equal parts photographer and magician. Somehow, every single time, we walk away with a photo that is fun, bold, and completely different from the month before.

Posted on May 3, 2025 in Sports & Entertainment READ MORE

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The Monthly Mix

Graduation Gifts … Graduation season is here, and it is time to celebrate. Whether your grad is finishing high school, earning a college degree, or completing a special program, this milestone deserves to be recognized in a big way.

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

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Publisher's Letter

May has arrived, bringing warmer days and offering a special opportunity to honor some remarkable people—moms, teachers, nurses, and graduates. These individuals help shape our lives, and it is fitting that we pause to recognize their impact. … Speaking from personal experience, being a mom is easily the most rewarding (and occasionally humbling) adventure life has given me. My own journey into motherhood began differently than I ever imagined, marked by the unexpected loss of my first son.

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

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TXK 411

Eight Easy Steps to Arranging Flowers … • Select a container that complements your arrangement. • Prepare the base by placing a floral oasis or a floral frog, such as willow or grapevine, in the container for stability. • Begin with greenery. Using three different varieties in varying shades and textures creates depth and interest. • Choose your color palette to set the tone for your arrangement. • Add a base layer of flowers, like hydrangeas, to provide structure. • Incorporate premium blooms, ensuring balance and defined boundaries.

Posted on April 5, 2025 in Life & Style READ MORE

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Faith Through the Ages

At the center of every successful city, like Texarkana, you will find a few things in common—safe schools, easily accessible healthcare, and affordable housing. However, even when those things are out of reach, the local churches remain. … The connection, support, and shared values of like-minded locals is something we all desire as we build our families and create the solid foundation of home. … For over 150 years, St.

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

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Taste Buds

Fried and True … Andrew … In Genesis 1:28, God calls us to rule over the birds in the sky and the fish in the sea. We covered the birds when we cooked dry-aged duck steaks in the December 2023 issue. Now it is time to dig into the fish. Some of my earliest memories include going with my dad, fishing poles hanging out the back cracked window of his blue Buick Century, and going to a stock tank in Waco, Texas, where I would eventually hook into my first five-pound bass.

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

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Adding Value

There is something magical about a baseball game on a warm spring night, the kind that stretches into the heat of a Texas summer. The crack of the bat followed by the whoosh of a fastball and then the unmistakable pop as it meets the catcher’s mitt.

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

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