Richard Turner, a recovering alcoholic and addict, always felt different. He grew up in a rural East Texas community where he felt like the only example of diversity. He says, “When I drank, I didn’t care … I felt like I was funnier. I felt like I fit in.”

The oldest of five children, Juan left home at the age of 14 and accompanied his dad to America. They left Calderón, a small town of 200 people in central Mexico, and traveled to the United States.

“When it rains, it pours.” Many of us feel the weight of this adage occasionally, as accidents, illnesses, and last-minute difficulties present themselves all at once. We muddle through the flood and move on to more restful days. There is light at the end of the tunnel.

‘Tis the season! Once again, it’s that time of year to head on over to TRAHC’s 14th annual Holiday Arts Market at the Regional Arts Center, located at 321 West 4th Street in Texarkana, Texas.

Breast cancer is really the beast. And Kim admits that she wasn’t getting an annual mammogram or check up before she discovered the 3.7 centimeter sized tumor located in her right breast.

Desire, imagination, and creativity are the heart of Dr. James Ward’s personal passion: homebrewing.

By day, Dr. Ward can be found at his local veterinarian practice, The Vet. He has lived in Texarkana for sixteen years, but he is originally from Osceola, Arkansas.

What started as a creative way to treat Chalissa Russell’s bunco group during the holidays turned into a national, and now even international brand based locally in Texarkana, Texas.

It’s so hard to believe, but July marked my 20th anniversary at Four States Living Magazine. I always said that I wanted to make it to the 20-year mark, but when I was saying that, 20 years felt like a lifetime away. Now it is here! Time flies when you’re having fun.

In early 2022, Booker T. Washington High School, formerly known as Washington Charter School, was purchased from the Texarkana Arkansas School District. In conjunction with the Washington Alumni Association and local volunteers, a new community center was born.

In 2019, the BSA opened the Boy Scouts to include girls ages 11 through 17. The organization renamed itself Scouts BSA. Girl troops began to form within councils, as separate troops, to work alongside boy troops and complete the requirements to advance in Scouting. Within the Caddo Area Council, three girl troops have been operating since 2019.

A thankless job for many, serving the community in political roles has been rewarding and exciting for local attorney, husband, father, and lifetime public servant, Judge Ed Miller.

During the past 16 years, Four States Living Magazine’s “Fabulous 40 and Under” issue has recognized over 640 people who serve as leaders in the community.

The challenges of Amber Adams’ 12-year journey to earn her bachelor’s degree made her shine a bit brighter

Texarkana Arkansas School District’s 12th grade principal, Lekia Jones, helps shape and prepare students to head out into the world

Although they teach at different local school districts, Ashlee and Daniel Francis share the same goal of making a positive impact on their students

Homeschooling their three children, going on adventures in their skoolie, and watching their kids play sports keeps Crystal and Jake Casteel busy and engaged

Team sports help transform players, coaches, schools and communities

For the past 37 years, Westridge Animal Hospital’s Dr. Randy Murray has served pets and their owners with compassion

Local entrepreneur Tavo Cruz shares his love for pets and their people

As a professional sport dog and family pet photographer, Hannah Wren Milhorn gets to hone her skills as a photographer while capturing every pet’s personality