Life In Texarkana, Texas

Texarkana College is now offering an incredible new career path program with their Aviation Mechanics Technology Program. It was recently certified by the FAA and is set to launch with the first class beginning in January 2025. Read about the program here.

Both sides of Texarkana (the AR side and the TX side) have a wide array of outdoor recreation and great parks available. Here is a roundup post with all of the details. Including things like where to bike, where to play pickleball and basketball, and some of the best playgrounds.

Pecan Point Gastropub and Brewery is a must visit in downtown Texarkana. The restaurant has an excellent selection of microbrews, beer flights, and cocktail flights. Their menu has both classics and some rotating menu items, along with some gluten free and vegetarian options. One of the best thing on the menu is their duck fat fries. They are delicious!

This is one of the most beloved holiday events in Texarkana! The Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council puts on a Holiday Arts Market at the Regional Arts Center. The building is full of tables with artists, makers, and vendors of all types. All four floors (including the basement) are set up with tables filled with beautiful items! It's a great place to shop for handmade holiday gifts, art, ceramics, ornaments and more. There is also live music and it's a great way to kick off the winter holiday season.

This is one of the nicest restaurants in Texarkana. It has the best ambiance and equally great service! They are very accommodating for food allergies and have a gluten free menu as well as a vegan menu. The drink menu is also excellent. A tip: the salmon with the wasabi risotto is absolutely spectacular. They do rotate their menu and have a steak special on Tuesday nights. Follow their Facebook page for details.