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STAY CONNECTED Want to find more information on Texarkana? Get news, a calendar of events, attractions, restaurant guide and so much more at OurTexarkana.com! facebook.com/OurTexarkana @OurTexarkana On the Cover: From top: 1894 Gallery, Zapata’s, Hopkins Icehouse Inside, Clockwise from left: Sue N’ Carol’s Kitchen, Pop’s Place, Mother Kelley’s, Arkansas/Texas State Line, Three Chicks Feed and Seed, Southern Tropics.

TEXARKANA A SIDE OF GOODNESS When you’re in Texarkana, Arkansas, you’re destined to find something special! From our small-town charm and Southern hospitality to our locally-crafted food, museums, local art galleries, and water park, there’s a whole world to explore and experience. If you’re not quite sure what you’re searching for, just take a look around. Every corner holds a unique story filled with rich history and heritage. Sound good? Then, we cordially invite you to come and experience the side of goodness that is our fine town. Hope to see you soon! Texarkana, Arkansas Advertising & Promotion Commission

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ATTRACTIONS

There’s so much to see and do in Texarkana! If it’s history you’re into, we’ve got it. If it’s family fun, we’ve got that, too ­– tons of it! So, do yourself and your family a favor, and experience all that Texarkana has to offer! 1894 Gallery 1894 Gallery is a multifunctional commercial and residential space that houses an art gallery featuring eclectic, local artists and craftspeople. 105 Olive St. (903) 824-7674

Holiday Springs Water Park Texarkana’s premier water park has everything imaginable: water slides, a lazy river, jungle gyms, a wave pool, and a special pool and spa area just for the grownups. 5501 Crossroads Pkwy. (870) 772-2200

State Line Post Office & Federal Courthouse If you happen to be looking for the only post office in the U.S. that sits in two states, you’ll find it here. And if not, you’ll probably think it’s pretty cool anyway. 500 State Line Ave. (903) 792-3794 To learn more, visit OurTexarkana.com/Attractions

P.J. Ahern Home Cherished for its Classical Revival style and its history as one of the oldest homes in Texarkana, the P.J. Ahern Home draws visitors from all around. Built in 1906, the building now functions as a museum and cultural hotspot. 403 Laurel St. (903) 793-4831

Texarkana Municipal Auditorium Built in the 1920s, the Texarkana Municipal Auditorium saw its heyday in the mid-20th century with legendary acts such as Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley. The auditorium is now one of the most historical buildings in Texarkana and has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 2004. E. 3rd & Walnut St.

Holiday Entertainment Center This indoor entertainment center is locally known as Holiday Bowl – but you’ll find more than bowling here. There’s an arcade, a new laser tag area, and party rooms available for rent! 3408 N. State Line Ave. (870) 772-8269

Rail Yard Entertainment District The Entertainment District is a five-block area of downtown Texarkana where guests aged 21+ can carry alcoholic beverages in open containers in public spaces. Visitors can enjoy great food, drinks, and live music in this lively downtown area. (See Pages 20-21)

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Four States Auto Museum With a rotating collection of 20+ vintage cars, including Ford Model Ts, the Four States Auto Museum is a must-see for car lovers! Stop in and have a friendly member of the staff show you around. For even more vintage car action, join us in May for the annual Spring Auto Show! 217 Laurel St. | (870) 772-2886

Check out videos of these attractions at OurTexarkana.com/attractions

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THE FOOD SCENE

No matter what you crave, you’ll find it in Texarkana. From mouth-watering steaks and fresh seafood to gourmet Italian and Tex-Mex! That special side of hospitality? It’s always on the house! 1923 Banana Club 223 E. Front St.

(903) 824-7674

Albertson’s 3710 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-3146

Alley Cats Coffee Bar 305 E. Front St.

(870) 330-4867

Big Jake’s Barbecue 1521 Arkansas Blvd.

(870) 774-0099

Burger King 802 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 772-0435

Chicken Express 1810 Arkansas Blvd.

(870) 774-1833

Cinnabon - Pilot Flying J 8300 State Hwy. 108

(870) 774-3595

Connections Bar & Grill 5200 Convention Plaza Dr.

(870) 216-2000

Daylight Donuts 1303 E. 35th St.

(870) 779-1178

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Big Jake’s Barbecue If you’ve got a big appetite, then pull up a chair at Big Jake’s BBQ! They’re experts in the art of Texas-style barbecue, and the flavors are only rivaled by their fast and friendly service!

Denny’s 5104 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-5438

Denny’s - Pilot Flying J 8300 State Hwy. 108

(870) 772-3540

Domino’s 3214 Jefferson Ave. 110 E. MLK Blvd.

(870) 774-3030 (870) 772-3030

El Chico Cafe 420 Realtor Ave.

(870) 779-0300

Fat Jack’s Sports Bar 3324 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-5225

Greg’s Fine Foods 1310 E. 9th St.

(870) 774-7427

Holiday Bowl 3408 N. State Line Ave.

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Holiday Springs Water Park 5501 Crossroads Pkwy.

(870) 772-2200

Hopkins Icehouse 301 E. 3rd St.

(870) 774-3333

IHOP 329 E. 51st St.

(870) 772-9919

Johnny B’s 224 E. 5th St.

(870) 310-0533

Kentucky Fried Chicken 4010 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 772-4043

Krispy Krunchy Chicken 823 East St.

(870) 779-9955

Kyoto Teriyaki 3520 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 772-5533

La Casa Rosa Catering 5 Lavender Lane

(903) 748-2985

Reggie’s Burgers, Dogs & Fries From the classic car parked outside to the throwback decor inside, dining at Reggie’s is always a cool experience! Aside from burgers and dogs, diners can munch on catfish, BLTs, even fried bologna sandwiches. If meat isn’t your thing, try the portobello sandwich!

Pop’s Place Located on the outskirts of town, Pop’s Place is known for its steaks and Cajun-inspired seafood as well as its beachy vibes. Boasting a full bar and signature cocktails, Pop’s Place is a great place to unwind on the patio with friends or take the whole family out for a good time. Make sure to try the crawfish grits, and stick around for some great live music too!

La Fogata Mexican Bar & Grill 3401 Genoa Rd.

(870) 773-1879

Lagniappe Specialty Meats 4012 Jefferson Ave.

(870) 779-0368

Lee’s China Restaurant 3604 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-0868

Long John Silver’s 3810 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-4250

Luna Llena Mexican Grill 4018 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 330-4877

M & M Burgers 220 East St.

(870) 774-6828

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McDonald’s 711 E. 7th St.

(870) 772-5172

Mix Donuts 302 East St.

(903) 443-7530

Mother Kelley’s Home Cooking 2122 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 216-0302

Mr. J’s Barbecue 6104 Mt. Olive Dr.

(870) 648-1065

Naaman’s BBQ 5200 N. State Line Ave.

(903) 826-2827

Old Tyme Burger Shoppe 1205 Arkansas Blvd.

(870) 772-5775

FOOD TRUCKS Fred’s Wings-N-Things (903) 559-2728 RazorDogs

(870) 292-2326

Rieki Hibachi & Sushi on Wheels

(501) 282-2293

Taquizas el Yiyo

(561) 788-0901

Underground Pizza Company

(903) 276-3270

Three Chicks Feed, Seed & Café This restaurant, boutique, and yes, actual feed store was started by three Texarkana ladies who had a vision for a local hang out where you can buy locally-made feed and then feed yourself at the same time.

Pop’s Place 6701 E. Broad St.

(870) 773-4887

Popeye’s 4302 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 779-4866

Reggie’s Burgers, Dogs & Fries 3200 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 330-4447

Road Runner 5720 Four States Pkwy.

(870) 774-8055

Route 67 2315 E. Broad St.

(870) 772-0727

Sam’s Southern Eatery 900 Hickory St.

(870) 772-0333

Schlotzsky’s Austin Eatery 129 Arkansas Blvd.

(870) 772-0277

Sonic Drive-In 1515 Arkansas Blvd.

(870) 774-6990

Southern Tropics Shaved Ice 116 E. 35th St.

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Sta-Bo’s 104 E. 9th St.

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(870) 779-9722

Subway 3639 E. 9th St.

(870) 774-1985

Subway - Walmart 133 Arkansas Blvd.

(870) 772-7827

Sue N’ Carol’s Kitchen 938 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-0859

Texarkana Country Club 1 Country Club Lane

(870) 772-8221

Texarkana Nutrition 1024 Arkansas Blvd.

(870) 648-9100

Three Chicks Feed, Seed & Café 4045 Genoa Rd.

(870) 571-7950

Mother Kelley’s This family-owned restaurant is the culmination of generations of authentic Southern cooking. From smothered porkchops to scratch-made fried chicken, Mother Kelley’s serves up amazing comfort food based on years-old recipes. Be sure and try the twice-fried burger and hot water cornbread. And don’t forget dessert! Mother Kelley’s is renowned for its homemade tea cakes and pecan pie.

TLC Burger & Fries 201 E. Broad St.

(870) 773-9316

Verona Restaurant 212 E. Broad St.

(870) 773-4444

Wendy’s 110 E. 49th St.

(870) 773-6021

Whataburger 4110 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-1063

Whiskey River Country 310 E. 49th St.

(870) 773-4903

Zapata’s 217 Walnut St.

(870) 774-0272

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About the District Texarkana’s entertainment district allows guests aged 21 and older to carry alcoholic beverages in approved cups throughout all public spaces and participating commercial properties in the defined zone. Whether its live music, dinner or dancing you seek - Texarkana’s entertainment district has you covered.

Food Scene If you have a certain craving, Texarkana’s ever growing food scene won’t disappoint! Be sure to check out the full list of Texarkana’s restaurants and video features highlighting some of the local’s favorite dishes at ourtexarkana.com/food-scene

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THE FROZEN RAIL RAILYARD SALOON BROADWAY SPORTS BAR AND BILLIARDS EL FRIO EXPRESS 1923 BANANA CLUB

Getting Around Needing a ride to or from downtown? Texarkana offers local taxi service, along with Uber and Lyft.

DISTRICT RULES 1. Hours are Sunday 11 a.m. to midnight, Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. 2. No underage drinking. 3. No alcohol in open containers in vehicles (even if parked). 4. No open container carry-out from liquor stores. 5. A licensee may allow carry out of alcohol from their establishment by persons 21 or older. 6. No open container alcohol may be carried into any business. 7. No glass open containers for any beverage are allowed in the entertainment district during hours of operation.

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PLACES TO STAY OR MEET

Be it for business or just family fun, Texarkana offers all the comforts of home while you’re on the road. With over 1,200 hotel rooms available plus meeting spaces, Texarkana is perfect for an overnight or multi-day stop with your friends, family, or coworkers. 1894 Gallery 105 Olive St. (870) 330-5003 Total Meeting Rooms: 1 Total Meeting Space: 1,465 sq. ft. Maximum Capacity: 120

America’s Best Value Inn 4200 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-3850

Comfort Suites 5420 Crossroads Pkwy.

(870) 216-8084

Country Host Inn & Suites 900 Realtor Ave.

(870) 772-0678

Crossties 324 E. Broad St. (870) 774-6134 Total Meeting Rooms: 7 Total Meeting Space: 37,000 sq ft Maximum Capacity: 1,500

Executive Inn 3602 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-3511

Four States Fairgrounds 3700 E. 50th St. (870) 773-2941 Total Meeting Rooms: 5 Total Meeting Space: 144,350 sq. ft. Maximum Capacity: 6,500

Garrison Gardens 370 MC 509 (903) 244-7644 Total Meeting Rooms: 1 Total Meeting Space: 2,400 sq. ft. Maximum Capacity: 225

Hampton Inn 5302 Crossroads Pkwy. Total Meeting Rooms: 1 Total Meeting Space: 600 sq. ft. Maximum Capacity: 60

(870) 774-4267

Holiday Inn Express & Suites 5210 Crossroads Pkwy. (870) 216-0083 Total Meeting Rooms: 1 Total Meeting Space: 1,200 sq. ft. Maximum Capacity: 80

Holiday Inn Texarkana Arkansas Convention Center 5200 Convention Plaza Dr. (870) 216-2000 Total Meeting Rooms: 6 Total Meeting Space: 11,818 sq. ft. Maximum Capacity: 383

Motel 6 4300 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 773-3144

OYO Hotel - North Heights 4012 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-2771

OYO Hotel - Trinity 5210 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 772-0070

P.J. Ahern Historic Home 403 Laurel St. (903) 793-4831 Total Meeting Rooms: 1 Total Meeting Space: 1,700 sq. ft. Maximum Capacity: 50

Ramada by Wyndham 5100 N. State Line Ave., Ste 300 (870) 725-5089

Red Roof Inn & Suites 5300 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-4444

Regency Inn & Suites 5308 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 772-5050

Travelodge by Wyndham 5100 N. State Line Ave.

(870) 774-3524

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PARKS & RECREATION

In addition to great food and great hotels, Texarkana is also home to the great outdoors. Whether you’re wanting to have a picnic, go fishing, let the kids run around, or just simply get some fresh air, the many parks in Texarkana can accommodate whatever you need. 1

Bobby Ferguson Park 3400 U of A Way

Bramble Park 1002 Ferguson St.

Ed Worrell Baseball Park E. 35th St.

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Ermer Dansby Pondexter Sports Complex 1000 Dudley St.

Iron Mountain Park 1500 Ray St.

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Jefferson Park E. 12th and Jefferson Ave.

PetSafe JefFURson Dog Park 1520 E. 12th St.

Senator Street Park E. 28th and Senator St.

Vera Bradfield Park 616 Euclid St.

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Traveling through Texarkana with your furry pal? Located in Jefferson Park, the JefFURson Dog Park is the perfect place for you and your dog to stretch your legs. With room to run around and plenty of potty space, your dog will be glad you made the stop! PetSafe ≥JefFURson

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1520 E. 12th St.

Oldest Trail in Texarkana If you’re a runner or cyclist looking for a scenic excursion, you’ll want to check out the oldest trail in Texarkana – the Nix Creek Trail! Running 2.4 miles alongside the Nix Creek, this relatively flat and smooth path weaves through neighborhoods from Arkansas Boulevard all the way to Gateway Farmers Market on East Broad Street. Whether you’re solo or with family or friends, Nix Creek Trail is fun for everyone! ARKANSAS BLVD.

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