In both his military and medical careers, Skip Hadaway has helped make many peoples’ lives better

A shared passion for aviation leads Dr. Gary Jackson and Dr. Jeff Thomas to an amazing classic aircraft restoration

Educating patients is the goal of Collom & Carney Eye Institute’s retina specialist, Dr. Roshan George

While attending The University of Texas at Austin, Chloe Carpenter continues to work hard and shine bright

As a registered nurse and Zumba® instructor, Penelope Loosbrock hopes to unite all people

Team Texarkana Buzzard Food’s Hampton Fontenot, David McGonagill and Sean Rommel join forces with Hospice of Texarkana for the 2021 Paddle-A-Thon

Texarkana Gameday’s Jennifer and Morgan Smith enjoy cheering on others and making things happen

For Mariza “Pi” Paez, strength just comes naturally for her, especially in the weight room

A small town girl who loves God, her husband, family, and friends, Dr. Sheila M. Moore serves as an assistant professor of nursing at Texas A&M University-Texarkana. She has been married to her husband, Roger, for 36 years, and they have twin daughters, Brooke Moore Cobb (married to Chase) and Carmen Moore Sampson (married to Gary), and a son, Brent Moore. Sheila’s grandchildren, Steven Sampson, Austin Sampson, Summer Cobb, Grace Griffin, Carly Griffin, Austin Cobb, and great-grandson, Blake Sampson, are the apples of this Nana’s eyes.

A hairstylist, nail tech, and lash extension artist by trade, Heather Richardson-Green is most proud of the mother she has become and the young men that she has raised with manners, respect, and good hearts. Married to Adrian, the Greens have five “awesome kiddos,” Austin, Jordan, Desmond, Jay, and Jagger.

Alicia Utz’s smile can light up a room. Upon meeting her for the first time, it is immediately noticeable that she is pleasant, kind, and good-natured. However, when describing herself, she admits that she is a very determined person and that her mother even called her a “difficult child.” She is very passionate about the people and ideas that she holds close to her heart and admits that she has a little craziness mixed in to “keep things from getting too serious.”

Generous in spirit, La Verne Johnson Baptiste provides selfless service to those who need it most. Blessing others just comes naturally for this retired educator and soon-to-be-published children’s book author. Texarkana is fortunate to have this generous lady as one of its citizens who helps make this town a great place to live and work.

Retired teacher and diagnostician Bobbie McKinney has dedicated many years to the field of education. She worked for Texarkana Independent School District as a teacher of the learning disabled for 13 years and as a professional educational diagnostician for 24 years. She also taught school for two years in the Killeen Independent School District.

As the Human Resource Department/Onboarding Coordinator at HealthCARE Express, Wendy Harman admits that passing the Professional of Human Resources exam is without a doubt her greatest professional accomplishment. Similar to an attorney passing the bar or an accountant passing the CPA exam, attaining the PHR certification is no easy feat.

A retired educator of 40 years, Bertie Norton and her husband, Jerry, have been married for 60 years. A close-knit family, Bertie considers herself “blessed” that both of her sons, Scott and Barry (married to Sheri), live here in Texarkana. Bertie and Jerry also have three grandchildren, Olivia Claire Morris (married to Scott), Clete Norton, and Abby Elizabeth Norton, and one great-grandchild on the way.

Karen Reavis strives to always be an encourager. An active wife, mother, and friend, she is married to David, and they have a son, Tim, and a daughter, Julie Larsen. Tim lives in Little Rock, Arkansas, and is married to Allison. They have two children, Milo (6) and Mabel (4). Karen and David’s daughter, Julie, and her husband, Brian, live in Waunakee, Wisconsin. They have three children, Noah (7), Jeremy (6), and Ruby (2). Karen admits that watching her two children become really great adults, marrying great spouses, and giving her and David five wonderful grandchildren blesses her immensely.

Kind and considerate, Mindy Preston’s goal in life is to encourage others. She is able to carry out this personal mission while working at Texarkana College and while managing her decorating side hustle. As the Executive Director of Board and Presidential Activities and Events at Texarkana College, Mindy supports others while working as a team to build a culture of student success. As a decorator, Mindy celebrates others by assisting in the coordination, decoration, and preparation of their special events.

Meredith (Bunel) and Dillon Clark rang in 2021 as husband and wife

After being struck by a motor vehicle while directing traffic, Texas High School crossing guard, Ron Ferguson, makes the best of every day

Craig Mueller shares his mantra after battling for his life against COVID-19