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Texarkana, AR is a small city located on the Arkansas-Texas border with a population of approximately 33,500 people. The city is known for its vibrant art and music scene and has been ranked among the best places to live in Arkansas by BestPlaces. According to their rankings, Texarkana ranks highly for its job market, cost of living, and housing market. The city also boasts a low crime rate, making it an attractive option for those looking to relocate. Texarkana offers its residents plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and camping as well as numerous attractions including historic sites and museums. With its diverse culture and excellent quality of life, it’s no surprise that Texarkana has become one of the most desirable places to live in Arkansas.

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While Texarkana, Texas can look relatively neat in places, the "Arkansas side" is another story. The majority of this community is infested with crime, homelessness,  More

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What does it mean? Nice people? Nice roads? Bull!!! People in this city don't even say thank you when you give them a favor. Therefore, they are barely say thank  More

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Over 16 years ago

I am thinking of taking a position in Texarkana and wanted some honest feedback from working professionals in the area. I am college educated in mechanical engineering.  More

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