Julie Parr

Texarkana

Television Reporter at KTBS-TV (Shreveport, LA)

Television Reporter at KPXJ 21 (Shreveport, LA)

Television news reporter in the Texarkana region #KTBS

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Texarkana Chamber urges support for Red River Army Depot

1 day ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Texas - The fight to keep Texarkana’s largest employer in the region is now gaining congressional support. A group of community leaders in Texarkana recently traveled to Washington D.C. to meet with congressional leadership on behalf of Red River Army Depot, which is responsible for repairing and maintaining military supplies for the Army.
Texarkana marks historic Trammel's Trace with landmarks

3 days ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Texas - New landmarks are helping highlight Texarkana as the gateway to Texas. City leaders installed signs along "Trammel's Trace" to honor the legacy of the route and make its history more visible for residents and visitors. “This is the road to Texas from the north,” said Matt Solomon, Texarkana, Texas historic preservation officer.
Service dog injured while in an East Texas classroom

2 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

ATLANTA, Texas - An east Texas family is in a dispute with their daughter's school over the recent treatment of the teenager's working service dog. The family says the K9 had to receive veterinary care after an incident involving a dog whistle. “She's more than a dog. She's a part of our family. She makes sure that Julia is okay and alive because Julia's blood sugar has been known to drop to 40, or even lower,” said Mary Daniels, Julia Daniels' mother.
Texarkana teen recognized during National Trauma Survivors Day event

2 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Texas - A Texarkana teenager's hard-fought road to recovery inspired others Wednesday during CHRISTUS Saint Michael Health System National Trauma Survivors Day."The hospital held a ceremony to honor the trauma patient as well as the medical teams and EMS partners who helped save his life. Summer Van Kam says her son's, Shaun, trauma journey began in Doddridge, Ark., on Oct. 6, 2023. “It was a very foggy morning.
Texarkana pursues Film Friendly Texas designation

2 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Texas - The City of Texarkana, Texas, could soon be rolling out the red carpet for filmmakers. The city is in the process of being recognized as a "Film Friendly Texas Certified Community" by the Texas Film Commission. City leaders say passing an ordinance is the last step in getting certified. Texarkana could soon become one of the 175 film friendly cities that receive ongoing training and guidance from the Texas Film Commission.
'Project Crowned' offers young girls free mentorship program

2 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Ark. - A free mentorship program to help young girls learn life skills and build confidence has just wrapped up at the We Are Washington Community Center. Dozens of girls in the 6-8 grades have been participating in the "Project Crowned" program. The six-week course teaches self-confidence, healthy habits, financial literacy and positive relationships while eliminating negative self-perceptions.
Texarkana police participate in Arkansas Special Olympics Torch Run

2 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Ark. - Law enforcement officers carried the "Flame of Hope" through Texarkana Friday morning as part of the Arkansas Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The local leg of the relay began at the Bi-State Justice building. Officers carried the torch about three miles up north State Line Avenue and ended at the Wal-Mart parking lot. The event is one of several events happening across the state during May, leading up to the 2025 Special Olympics Arkansas State Summer Games.
Texarkana child continues to recover after being shot in the head

2 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Texas - The mother of a 10-year-old Texarkana girl says her daughter's recovery after being shot in the head is a miracle. The young girl, Jade Washington, was injured in a drive-by shooting at their home in March. The family just recently returned to Texarkana from a Little Rock hospital. Shaun Walker says she was asleep in her bed with her two daughters when the family's home on Mason Street was riddled with bullets.
Texarkana nonprofit to host criminal record sealing clinic

3 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Ark. – For someone with a criminal record, it can sometimes be difficult to get basic needs, like a job or housing. Bridging the Gaps of Arkansas is hosting a free record-sealing clinic later this month to help people with past criminal records seal or expunge their records. The non-profit is partnering with Lone Star Legal Aid. Organizers say the event is about giving people a fresh start towards rebuilding their lives.
City of Texarkana, Texas passes resolution to support Red River Army Depot

3 weeks ago | ktbs.com | Julie Parr

TEXARKANA, Texas - The city of Texarkana, Texas, has passed a resolution urging Congress and the U.S. Department of Defense to protect and support Red River Army Depot. The move comes in response to federal discussions on potential significant workload reductions which could threaten the depot’s continued operations. Red River Army Depot has been repairing and maintaining military vehicles for the army since 1941.

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