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World Class Education

…we have a world class education network unheard of in a community our size. Texarkana has quietly become an exceptional college town.” —AR-TX REDI President & CEO, Rob Sitterley … Today, we exist in a paradigm of disruptive change brought upon by the world being more connected than ever.
Posted on September 8, 2020 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Happy Literacy Day

When you educate one person, you can change a life; when you educate many, you can change the world.” —Shai Reshef, Israeli businessman and academic administrator … The Texarkana College Adult Education and Literacy Program changes lives every day by providing the community free access to several courses through funding from the Texas Workforce Commission.
Posted on September 8, 2020 in Community & Culture READ MORE

Taking Back Time

Am I the only one who feels like the ”Tiger King” era of quarantine was a million years ago, or that it was just some strange fever dream? … Can we please go back to those much simpler times, please? Ahhhh, those were the days. Since then we’ve received stimulus checks, cringed watching our adult family members attempt to make TikToks with their kids, and almost killed our siblings a time or two. Where’s my receipt?
Posted on September 1, 2020 in Life & Style READ MORE

A Tribute to Tommy Fuqua

Thomas “Tommy” Howard Fuqua, Jr., known by friends and family as “Bronc”, was born in Atlanta, Texas, on July 13, 1942 to Thomas Howard, Sr. and Mina Margaret Allday Fuqua. Tommy died August 28, 2020 in Texarkana, Texas. … He attended the University of Arkansas and was a highly honored golfer for the Razorbacks. While at Arkansas, he expanded his true gentleman’s code and joined the SAE fraternity. Many lifelong friendships and unique bonds were made.
Posted on September 1, 2020 in Life & Style READ MORE

Here and Now

Amanda Horton shares her Alzheimer's caregiving story. … Even though she is still with us, I have filled buckets of tears over the past eight years grieving the gradual loss of my mother. From the initial thoughts of “Mom seems pretty forgetful lately” to the gut-wrenching realization of dealing with full-blown dementia and Alzheimer’s, I would not wish the peaks and valleys of this experience on anyone. … But I have finally stopped feeling sorry for myself. … I am a firm believer that your mindset influences every aspect of your life.
Posted on August 25, 2020 in Life & Style READ MORE

Donnie Kelley

National Black Business Month Spotlight … Donnie Kelley … Elite Sports Training … Give a brief description of your business. … Elite Sports Training Program was designed to get the best out of the student-athlete to maximize their full athletic ability. … What is your company’s mission? … Elite’s mission is to give every kid an opportunity to get extra work and life lessons, and to give them premium training, at a price their parents don’t have to struggle to pay. … Why did you go into business for yourself?

Posted on August 25, 2020 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Margaret Chisolm

National Black Business Month Spotlight … Margaret Chisolm … Eye Envy Lash Bar … How did you get into the industry? … It all started while playing with my dolls’ hair as a little girl. Then, at 13, I did my friend’s hair. To my surprise, she gave me $20 for my service. It was then I knew I was at the first pivotal point in my newly found career. To actually have the ability to change an individual’s appearance and mental being simultaneously is incredibly awesome. Needless to say, I found my niche. As a result, I’m in my own creative space… Eye Envy!
Posted on August 25, 2020 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Derrick McGary

National Black Business Month Spotlight … Derrick McGary … Derrick McGary State Farm Insurance … Give a brief description of your business. … Derrick McGary State Farm provides insurance and financial services to help customers protect and grow their assets. We offer several insurance products such as auto, home, life, short- and long-term disability, and many more. Altogether, we offer over 100 products and services. … What is your company’s mission? … The State Farm mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams.
Posted on August 18, 2020 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Monica Kelley

National Black Business Month Spotlight … Monica Kelley … Snazzy Chics Boutique … Coldwell Banker Elite … Why did you go into business for yourself? … My daddy started his business when he left home at 12 years old. He was self-employed until he passed two years ago. I am a daddy’s girl. I have always wanted to be a full-time entrepreneur like my daddy. I knew exactly what I wanted to do, but timing is everything.
Posted on August 11, 2020 in Business & Politics READ MORE

Charkeitha Washington

National Black Business Month Spotlight … Charkeitha Washington … The Cookie Lady … Give us a brief description of your business and your company’s mission. … To be fully honest, my business is a reflection of who I am as a loving, God fearing woman. Baking has always been my pastime, and to share it with the world is my goal. The mission of my company is simply to put some love and sweetness back into the community and encourage our youth to be young entrepreneurs.
Posted on August 11, 2020 in Business & Politics READ MORE
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