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Teen Slang … Feeling lost or confused trying to understand your teens? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. With unfamiliar words constantly emerging from music, the internet, apps, and celebrities, as well as regional slang, keeping up with the latest teen slang is nearly impossible. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and lost when listening to your children or grandchildren speak, and it can get even more confusing when you read their social media posts and hashtags.

Publisher's Letter

It’s that time of year again, to set the alarm clock and get back into routines. Personally, I enjoy the structure of the school year because it keeps me on track. Don’t get me wrong, I welcome summer break by the time May rolls around, but in August, when the heat is making me feel like a roasted marshmallow, I’m ready for some structure. … Our summer was a mix of memorable moments, some medical bills, and plenty of time golfing and on the lake.

Fly TXK

photo by Mike Muench Photography
As he escorts a community group through the striking new Jim Yates terminal at the Texarkana Regional Airport, Executive Director Paul Mehrlich expresses pride at the fact that his name, along with other airport and city officials, will be permanently displayed on a bronze plaque in the terminal lobby. However, he quickly points out that he is only a piece of the vision established many years ago to build a unique and beautiful terminal in Texarkana, USA.

Hardship to Healing

photo by Matt Cornelius
Maria Sanson’s Journey from Romania to Texarkana … Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” —Mark Twain … Maria Sanson’s journey exemplifies this truth, proving that with kindness, determination, and an open heart, we can overcome any obstacle. Born to deaf parents during the waning years of communism in Romania, her childhood was a blend of hardship and adversity mixed with innocence and joy. “The first six years of my life were lived during the communism era,” she recalls.

Lakeside Luxury

photos by Matt Cornelius

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTSLocation Lake Greeson, Arkansas … Architect Joe Crews … Builder Darren Thompson with Hackleman Built … Landscaping & Pool Charlie Flanigen with Cantera General Contractors … Interior Design Jeff Brown of J Brown for the Home


photo by Laura Steffan
Margaret McCoy is a Texarkana native who was transplanted to New Orleans after her time at LSU in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She spent 11 years in hospitality and hotel sales in downtown New Orleans. Once the pandemic hit in 2020, she and her husband, Bradley McCoy, purchased a 1973 houseboat in Minnesota and boated it down the Mississippi River to their home in New Orleans.

Locally Owned 2024

2024 TEXARKANA MAGAZINE SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION … Discover the heartbeat of our community as we highlight Texarkana’s locally-owned and operated businesses. Texarkana Magazine understands the unique essence and vibrant spirit that make our city truly special. As a dedicated member of this community, we take pride in showcasing the diverse businesses that bring life to our streets. … When you choose our local businesses, you are investing in the growth and sustainability of our community.

Good Evening TXK

photo by Matt Cornelius
If there’s one thing that screams “America,” it’s apple pie! … So, when attempting to tap into patriotism for this July article, I thought, “What better way is there to do that than by attempting to bake an apple pie with my friend, editor, mentor, and all-around amazing woman, Kara Humphrey?” And as the adage goes, the experience that ensued was as “American as apple pie!” … I would like to first say I do not bake. When I tell people I am going to cook, I mean I’m taking a piece of Walmart salmon, some yummy frozen veggies, seasoning them all up, and throwing them into the air fryer.

Collected Life

photo by Matt Cornelius
Confessions of a Compulsive Collector … I love walking into a minimalist house with neutral tones. It calms my mind and puts me at ease. This is the person I strive to be. Those kinds of homes look like the mom really has her act together. If I could only achieve this status. … Well, when stepping foot into MY house, one quickly realizes…THAT AIN’T ME!

The Monthly Mix

Pool Bag Must Haves … Get ready to make a splash this summer. Our local shops offer amazing selections of stylish pool bags and all the accessories you need to fill them. From vibrant towels and chic sunglasses to eco-friendly sunscreen and the latest trends, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy a perfect day by the water.

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