Being an award-winning tattoo artist has taken Joaquin “Quin” Hernandez to places he never imagined

Emily Graham, owner of Graham Slam Bakery, uses her vision and talents to create masterpieces for her sweet shop

chef Brandon Thrash provides hospitality, puts smiles on people’s faces, and gives his all to his craft

Eighteen-year-old Gabriel Henk continues to develop his filmmaking craft and masterfully build a career doing what he loves

with his love of ranching, Lazy Colt Ranch owner Clay Smith is the perfect fit as an actor on Paramount+’s hit show, “1883”

Dr. Chris Timmons shares his journey from being a young guitarist to an experienced surgeon

Despite his disabilities, Harding freshman Nicholas Watson excels in athletics and academics

Texarkana Home Builders Association to present its Home & Garden Show March 26

Texarkana native Megan Thornton finds solid gold success with her business, Megan Thorne Fine Jewels

For the past five years, 14-year-old Maddie Livingston has been running her own homemade baked goods business, Maddie Cakes

Jessica and Bill Miller are extremely proud of their sons, Davis, Austin, and Mason, and their commitments to becoming Eagle Scouts

The Mayos stay committed to growing their family business while honoring its revered founder’s legacy

Dr. Jeff DeHaan is a living miracle after suffering a major heart attack while on a Viking river cruise five years ago

After undergoing triple bypass heart surgery, Tony McMurry encourages others to be proactive with their health

Despite being diagnosed with a heart condition during his first week of life, almost-5-year-old Finn Kimmel still lives life to its fullest

Velvet Hall feels thankful for recognizing symptoms and seeking treatment quickly after her heart attack

Although she has recently experienced a divorce and a career change, Ashley Cooper puts one foot in front of the other and keeps a smile on her face

Logan Pilgreen, the first female Division 1 soccer athlete from Texarkana, looks forward to playing for the SFA Ladyjacks

After being in a tragic motor vehicle accident, Jennifer Tuggle counts her blessings and moves forward with hope

Fifteen debutantes dressed in traditional gowns and carrying bouquets of red roses were presented to society on December 28, 2021, at Texarkana Country Club. John Crisp, master of ceremonies, introduced each young lady as she stepped from the dais. Vicki Carr and Andrea Finley played the chosen debut song for each debutante as she and her escort circled the room. This season was coordinated by Miss Blaire Barlow.

(Photos by Martin Patterson, Patterson’s Camera Shop)