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Texarkana Fundraiser: Rappel 6 Stories to Help Kids
Acts of KindnessApr 14

Texarkana Fundraiser: Rappel 6 Stories to Help Kids

CASA and the Texarkana Children's Advocacy Center are asking brave community members to rappel down a six-story building to raise funds for children who've experienced abuse or neglect. The April 2026 event needs participants willing to raise $1,000 and rope volunteers to make it all happen safely.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Texas Elementary Joins Top 15% of Schools Statewide
SolutionsFeb 5

Texas Elementary Joins Top 15% of Schools Statewide

Martha and Josh Morriss Mathematics & Engineering Elementary has earned a spot on the 2025 Texas Honor Roll, joining only 1,076 schools recognized for outstanding student achievement. The recognition celebrates three years of strong academic growth and success for all students.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Single Parents Can Apply for $1,600 College Scholarships
Acts of KindnessAug 5

Single Parents Can Apply for $1,600 College Scholarships

Single parents in the Texarkana area have until September 1st to apply for college scholarships worth up to $1,600, with mentorship support included. The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund has already awarded over $50 million since 1990 to help families break the cycle of poverty through education.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Agent Splits $1K Into 4 Scholarships to Help More Students
Acts of KindnessFeb 3

Agent Splits $1K Into 4 Scholarships to Help More Students

An Arkansas insurance agent chose to divide her $1,000 donation into four smaller scholarships instead of one large award, believing more students should get a chance at help. The funds will support University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana students starting in Fall 2026.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Arkansas Senior Named Cooke Scholarship Semifinalist
Acts of KindnessJan 27

Arkansas Senior Named Cooke Scholarship Semifinalist

Grace Easterling, a Hope Collegiate Academy senior, earned a spot among just 568 students nationwide competing for one of America's most generous college scholarships. The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship covers up to $55,000 per year and helps students graduate debt-free.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Arkansas Student Named Finalist for $55K Scholarship
Community HeroesJan 26

Arkansas Student Named Finalist for $55K Scholarship

A senior from Hope Collegiate Academy just became one of only eight Arkansas students selected as a semifinalist for a prestigious scholarship worth up to $55,000 per year. Grace Easterling now stands among 568 students nationwide competing for one of the most selective college awards in America.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read