Sparklight presented a $5,000 check to the Texarkana College Foundation to support the Texarkana College Food Pantry today. This donation was given as part of the Thanksgiving in a Box initiative.

Cedar Creek fishing guide Jason Barber is a burly guy who has tangled with some large fish over the years. Ask and he’ll tell you a blue catfish with a weight problem is no match for a heavyweight yellowfin tuna.

Popular trout stocking program lands tasty rainbows in local fishing holes

The annual Pioneer Days Treasure Hunt is always a big hit with locals, who find themselves scouring town all week searching for the $1,000.00 grand prize and four $125.00 daily teaser prizes. This year’s hunt was sponsored by Rip England Premier Realty and did not disappoint treasure hunters. Teasers were found at City Hall, the lift station, the sewer plant, and at T&P Trailhead Park. The grand prize was found on a storm drain grate east of City Hall, at the location of the old Ford dealership. This year’s winners are pictured with Rip England Premier Realty staff Clint Ryther, Deanna Allen, LeAnn Potter, and Rip England. Not pictured are Misty Toliver, Lynn Davis, Nick Basso, and Larry Knight. Also not available for photos were teaser winners Dustin Austin and Jeff Skinner.

Texas hunters headed out for dove season are asked to watch for abandoned or deteriorated water wells, and to report any they find to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

At Monday’s board meeting, Texarkana College trustees adopted the strategic plan for 2022-2024. The plan is reflective of TC’s mission, core values and beliefs that provide a framework for institutional goals and priorities. TC president, Dr. Jason Smith, said the plan’s strategic goals were selected and curated through a threemonth process that included input from trustees, faculty, staff, and students. “The TC team has identified strategic goals and priorities that position TC for progress and success over the next two years and beyond,” said Smith. “Our institution embodies the core values and beliefs of opportunity, excellence, success, diversity, and community to provide a framework for achieving our mission of advancing our community through attainable higher education and lifelong learning.”