One of the largest rural industrial centers in the Americas, TexAmericas Center brings together an unmatched land resource of nearly 12,000 acres as well as 3MSF of office, manufacturing, warehousing and storage space. TexAmericas Center, just west of Texarkana, Texas, offers rail and interstate transportation, abundant natural and human resources, adaptable infrastructure and a climate and culture that understands, appreciates and encourages business growth.
Demographic Overview | 25 Miles | 40 Miles | 60 Miles |
Total Population (2012) | 150,752 | 224,980 | 418,354 |
Average Household Size (2012) | 2.46 | 2.50 | 2.52 |
Median Age (2012) | 38 years | 39 Years | 39 Years |
Owner-Occupied Homes (2012) | 57.8% | 60.1% | 59.5% |
Total Housing Units (2012) | 65,272 | 98,789 | 189,318 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (www.census.gov/) 2010 Summary File 1, ESRI Forcasts for 2012 and 2017. |
4-Year Universities and Colleges (within 50 miles) | ||||
Institution | Location | Distance | Enrollment | Public/ Private |
Texas A&M University, Texarkana | Texarkana, TX | 19.9 miles | 1,995 | Public |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (www.nces.ed.gov); Texas A&M University (www.tamut.edu/); University of Arkansas Community College at Hope; University of Arkansas Community College at Hope, Texarkana (www.uacch.edu/?p=4659); 2012 Data; as of January 2013 |
2-Year Colleges (within 50 miles) | ||||
Institution | Location | Distance | Enrollment | Public/ Private |
Texarkana College | Texarkana, TX | 19.7 miles | 4,111 | Public |
Texarkana College TexAmericas Center Campus | New Boston, TX | N/A | N/A | Public |
Northeast Texas Community College | Mount Pleasant, TX | 38.0 miles | 3,360 | Public |
University of Arkansas Community College at Hope | Hope, AR | 50 miles | 1,496 | Public |
University of Arkansas Community College at Hope, Texarkana | Texarkana, AR | 34 miles | 157 | Public |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (www.nces.ed.gov); Texarkana College (www.texarkanacollege.edu), Texarkana College TexAmericas Center Campus (http://www.texarkanacollege.edu/texamericas-center/, Northeast Texas Community College (www.ntcc.edu/), 2012 Data; as December 2012 |
Vocational Training (within 50 miles) | |||
Provider | Location | Distance | Programs |
Texarkana College (903) 823-3456 |
Texarkana, TX | 20.7 miles |
Workforce Education Division offers certification for the following:
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Southern Arkansas University, Texarkana Airframe & Powerplant School at Texarkana Regional Airport (870) 574-4593 | Texarkana, AR | 22.1 miles | The Aviation Maintenance Technician school of SAU Tech is designed to provide up to date, intensive training for this very rewarding occupational field. Federal Aviation Administration certification process is underway for this new facility. Once certified under Federal Aviation Regulations, successful completion of this school program will satisfy the training and experience requirements of the FAA for airframe and/or powerplant certificate ratings. |
Source: Texarkana College (www.texarkanacollege.edu/); Southern Arkansas University Texarkana Airframe & Powerplant school at Texarkana Regional Airport (http://txkairport.com/AP_school.php), Texarkana Workforce Commission List of Training Providers (https://services.twc.state.tx.us/PROVIDERCERT/dispatcher?link=HREF&pageid=PUBLIC_SWL); as of November 2013 |
Labor Force and Unemployment |
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4th Quarter 2012 |
Total |
Number |
Unemployment |
- Bowie County, TX |
46,883 |
2,829 |
6.0% |
- Miller County, AR |
21,500 |
1,400 |
6.5% |
2011 Avg. Annual |
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- Bowie County, TX |
45,616 |
3,512 |
7.7% |
- Miller County, AR |
20,875 |
1,475 |
4.0% |
20010 Avg. Annual |
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- Bowie County, TX |
45,678 |
3,750 |
8.2% |
- Miller County,, AR |
20,225 |
1,150 |
5.7% |
Source: Texas Workforce Commission, LMID Tracer (www.twc.state.tx.us/); Arkansas Department of Work Services, LMID (www.discoverarkansas.net/), Data, as of January 2013 |
Tax Profile–Bowie County | |||
Tax | Basis | Rate (2012) | Agency/Phone |
Property | Assessment rate is based on true, actual, or market value per $100 value. | Bowie Central Appraisal District Texarkana, TX | (903)628-6730 | |
0.3262 | Bowie County | ||
0.4599 | City of DeKalb | ||
0.666593 | City of Hooks | ||
0.030139 | City of Leary | ||
0.36527 | City of Maud | ||
0.587472 | City of Nash | ||
0.279614 | City of New Boston | ||
0.11 | City of Red Lick | ||
0.188931 | City of Redwater | ||
0.669293 | City of Texarkana | ||
0.355248 | City of Wake Village | ||
1.17 | DeKalb Independent School District | ||
1.26 | Hooks Independent School District | ||
1.04 | Hubbard Independent School District | ||
1.04 | Leary Independent School District | ||
1.29622 | Liberty-Eylau Independent School District | ||
1.1057 | Malta Independent School District | ||
1.2125 | Maud Independent School District | ||
1.424 | New Boston Independent School District | ||
1.44 | Pleasant Grove Independent School Dist. | ||
1.184262 | Red Lick Independent School District | ||
1.2889 | Redwater Independent School District | ||
1.095 | Simms Independent School District | ||
1.339 | Texarkana Independent School District | ||
Source: Bowie County Tax Assessor-Collector (www.co.bowie.tx.us/default.aspx?Bowie_County/County.Assessor.Collector); Bowie Central Appraisal District (www.bowieappraisal.com); State of Texas Comptroller (www.window.state.tx.us), as of February 2013 |
Employment by Sector – 2012 | ||||
Industry Sector | Bowie County TX # Estab. | Bowie County TX # Employed | Miller County, AR # Estab. | Miller County, AR # Employed |
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing | 68 | 313 | 33 | 97 |
Natural Resources and Mining | 3 | 6 | 5 | 26 |
Construction | 258 | 1,812 | 131 | 1,238 |
Manufacturing | 148 | 3,643 | 50 | 1,225 |
Wholesale | 202 | 2,128 | 73 | 2,601 |
Retail | 870 | 11,871 | 331 | 2,597 |
Transportation, Warehousing, Utilities | 123 | 1,662 | 62 | 942 |
Information | 39 | 514 | 13 | 187 |
Finance, Insurance, Real Estate | 496 | 3,510 | 127 | 786 |
Business and Professional Services | 863 | 4,510 | 263 | 1,609 |
Education and Health Care Services | 559 | 12,703 | 190 | 3,311 |
Non-classified | 62 | 177 | 22 | 59 |
Total All Private Sector | 3,629 | 42,849 | 1,300 | 14,678 |
Total Government and Nonprofit | 438 | 5,273 | 199 | 1,551 |
TOTAL ALL INDUSTRIES | 4,129 | 48,122 | 1,499 | 16,229 |
Source: Claritas 2-Digit Business Facts, 2012 Data; as of January 2013 |
Conference Facilities (partial list) | |||
Name/Phone | Features/Amenities | ||
Clarion Hotel LaCrosse (866) 201-2798 |
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Comfort Suites (903) 223-0951 |
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Fairfield Inn & Suites (903) 838-1000 |
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Hilton Garden Inn (903) 792-1065 |
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Holiday Inn Express Texarkana (903) 223-0008 |
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Ramada Texarkana (903) 792-3366 |
Meeting space and a business center are available | ||
Special Events on the Boulevard (903) 794-2101 |
10,000 square feet meeting space and conference room | ||
Texarkana Convention Center (903) 792-1065 |
Facility features:
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Truman Arnold Student Center - Texarkana College (903) 823-3374 |
The Truman Arnold Student Center can accommodate groups from 10 to 300. Versatile meeting and conference facilities offer flexibility for classroom style breakout sessions. Full catering services and audio-visual equipment are available onsite. | ||
Courtyard Marriott Texarkana |
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Hampton Inn & Suites |
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Source: Clarion Hotel Lacrosse (www.lacrosse-hotel.com); Comfort Suites (www.comfortsuites.com/hotel-texarkana-texas-TX568/); Fairfield Inn & Suites (www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/txkfi-fairfield-inn-and-suites-texarkana/); Hilton Garden Inn (http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com); Holiday Inn Express (www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/texarkana/txkgn/hoteldetail/events-facilities); Ramada Texarkana (www.ramada.com/hotels/texas/texarkana/ramada-texarkana/hotel-overview?hotel_id=22983) Special Events (www.specialeventstxk.com/); Texarkana Convention Center (www.texarkanaconventioncenter.com/); Truman Arnold Student Center – Texarkana College (www.texarkanacollege.edu), as of January 2013 ; Courtyard Marriott Texarkana (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/txkcy-courtyard-texarkana/) ; Hampton Inn & Suites (http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/texas/hampton-inn-and-suites-texarkana-TKATXHX/index.html) |
Culture / Sports / Recreation | |
Theatre and Fine Arts | Description |
Texarkana Museums System (903) 793-4831 |
Museum of Regional History 219 State Line Avenue Texarkana’s first and oldest museum houses a variety of historical collections depicting the history of the region from the time of the Caddo through the founding of Texarkana and beyond. |
Discovery Place Children’s Museum 215 Pine Street | 903-793-4831 Interactive children's museum features science and history related exhibits geared for kindergarten-6th grade audiences. |
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Draughon-Moore Ace of Clubs House 420 Pine Street | 903-793-4831 This 1885 Italianate Victorian home is a National Register property and a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark. Built in the shape of a club, with three octagonal wings and a rectangular wing, this house is considered one of the most unique in the country. |
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The Patrick J. Ahern House The Ahern house was designed in the Classical Revival style by the Burdsal Company based on a floor plan designed by Mr. and Mrs. Ahern. The first floor consists of a central hall, music room, parlor, library, dining room, kitchen, butler's pantry, and powder room. The second floor consists of four bed rooms, two baths, a nurse's room, and a sleeping porch. |
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Texarkana Symphony Orchestra (870) 773-3401 |
The Texarkana Symphony Orchestra (TSO) is the only fully professional, 501(c)(3) performing arts organization dedicated to ensuring that the world’s great symphonic compositions are performed, heard, felt, understood, appreciated, valued, and expected in the Texarkana area. |
The Oaklawn Opry (903) 838-3333 |
For over twenty years the Oaklawn Opry has provided good, wholesome, family style musical entertainment for the Texarkana area. The weekly show features local and regional singers performing classic traditional style country music as well as other music genre with a live band. |
TRAHC & Regional Arts Center (903) 792-8681 |
TRAHC is a people-building and community-building organization – a leadership organization of arts and ideas that works to create an energized, creative, connected community.
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Sports Venues and Organizations | Description |
New Haven Golf Course (870) 771-5771 (23.1 miles) |
Private – 18 holes, 6,227 yards |
Northridge Country Club (903) 972-9331 (22.8 miles) |
Public – 18 holes, 6,471 yards |
Oak Grove Golf Club (903) 223-8492 (5.3 miles) |
Public/Membership – 18 holes, 6,274 yards |
Texarkana Country Club & Golf Course (870) 772-8221 (15.6 miles) |
Private – 18 holes, 6,687 yards |
Texarkana Golf Ranch (903) 334-7401 (22.2 miles) |
Public – 18 holes, regulation length |
Recreational Facilities and Opportunities | |
201 Go Kart Speedway (903) 628-7227 |
Go kart races every Saturday |
Anytime Fitness |
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Cinemark Texarkana 14 (903) 831-6084 |
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Circle Rocking N Ranch (903) 824-6456 |
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Elk Meadow Game Ranch (903) 667-4228 |
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Four States Auto Museum (870) 772-2886 |
Founded to preserve, collect, exhibit, operate, and interpret a collection of antique automobiles and auto related historical artifacts, which includes many documents and photographs. Special tours can be arranged. Four States Cruise Night – Every 3rd Friday, April through October, 6-9 pm |
Four States Fair & Rodeo (870) 773-2941 |
Annual events:
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Fun County Park (903) 791-0001 |
Family-oriented park uniquely positioned to cater to the entertainment needs of thousands of individuals. Host your family outing, corporate party, or birthday party at the Park. Features:
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Millwood Lake (888) 697-9830 |
Operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, facilities include:
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New Boston Recreation & Parks (903) 628-5596 |
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T P Trail Head Park T & P Midway, across from the Pavilion, has approximately 200' of asphalted drive with electrical boxes and lots of grassy area to hold other events. On the back side of the Pavilion is the T & P Gazebo that is outlined by an asphalt walk with beautiful Victorian lights, benches, and picnic tables. |
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Tapp City Sports Center The Sports Center hosts many state baseball and softball tournaments. A very active youth sports association manages these facilities and approximately 1500 children are engaged in softball, baseball, soccer, basketball, and football on a year round basis. | |
New Boston Soccer Association (903) 628-4543 |
Teams for ages 3-14 |
New Boston Youth Sports Association (903) 278-6064 |
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Texarkana I-76 Speedway (877) 724-4222 |
Texarkana I-76 Speedway is a high banked 1/4 mile bullring that offers some of the most exciting side by side racing in the Ark-La-Tex. The track hosts numerous racing events on most Saturday nights between April and October. |
Texarkana Parks & Recreation Texarkana, TX | (903) 798-3978 |
Texarkana Public Facilities:
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Texarkana Sports Associations: |
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Texarkana Parks & Recreation Texarkana, AR | (870) 779-4914 |
Texarkana, AR has 13 parks that include 220.3 acres of recreational land area and 5.36 acres of recreational water area.
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Public facilities are handicap accessible and include:
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The Oaklawn Opry (903) 826-0069 |
For over twenty years the Oaklawn Opry has provided good, wholesome, family style musical entertainment for the Texarkana area. The weekly show features local and regional singers performing classic traditional style country music as well as other music genres with a live band. The Opry provides an outlet for talented singers to entertain and perform for one of the best audiences anywhere. Literally hundreds of entertainers have crossed the stage over the past 21 years and provided countless audience members with a night of memorable musical entertainment. Click here for more. |
Wright Patman Lake (903) 838-8781 |
Operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, facilities include:
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Source: Anytime Fitness (http://anytimefitness.com); Army Corps of Engineers Southwest District - Millwood & Wright Patman Lakes - (http://corpslakes.usace.army.mil/visitors/visitors.cfm); Cinemark Texarkana 14 (www.cinemark.com); Circle Rocking N Ranch (www.circlerockingnranch.com/); Elk Meadow Game Ranch (www.elkmeadowgameranch.com/); Four States Auto Museum (www.fourstatesautomuseum.com/events.html); Four States Fair & Rodeo (www.fourstatesfair.com); Go Kart Speedway (www.201gokartspeedway.com/); New Boston Recreation & Parks (www.newbostontx.org/community/recreation.html); New Boston Soccer Association (www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?cmenuid=1&url=newbostonsoccer&sid=879110352); New Boston Youth Sports Association (www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?sid=1046589683&url=nbysa); Texarkana Museums System (www.texarkanamuseums.org/) Texarkana Parks & Recreation, TX (http://texarkanatxparks.com/index.html); Texarkana Parks & Recreation, AR (http://arkansas.txkusa.org/departments/public-works/city-parks.html); Texarkana Symphony Orchestra (www.texarkanasymphony.org/); The Oaklawn Opry (http://oaklawnopry.info/); TexAmericas Center Community Links (www.texamericascenter.com/community-profile/community-profile/), as of January 2013 |
Airports | ||||
Name/ID | Associated City and Distance (1) |
Longest Runway Length/Width |
Acres | Control Tower |
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) | Little Rock, AR – 159.2 miles |
8,273’ x 150’ | 2,000 | Yes |
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) | Dallas-Fort Worth – 177.3 miles | 13,401’ x 200’ | 18,076 | Yes |
Shillings (21TX) – Private |
Texarkana – |
2,800’ x 75’ | 0 | No |
Shreveport Downtown Airport (DTN) | Shreveport, LA – 89.9 miles |
5,018’ x 150' | 600 | Yes |
Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) | Shreveport, LA – 94.5 miles |
8,351’ x 200’ | 1,625 | Yes |
Texarkana Regional Airport (TXK) | Texarkana – 23 miles |
6,601’ x 144’ | 964 | Yes |
Wadley Regional Medical Center (64XS) – Private | Texarkana – 19.8 miles |
50’ x 50’ | 0 | No |
Sources: U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration Airport Master Records as posted on (www.gcr1.com/5010web/default.cfm); (1) distance Rand McNally (www.randmcnally.com/); as of January 2013 |
Nearest Seaport | ||
Name | Distance | Services |
Port of Caddo-Bossier (Shreveport, LA) | 107.9 miles |
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Camden Port Authority Dock Camden, AR (870) 837-5500 | 102.5 miles |
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Port of Little Rock Little Rock, AR (501) 490-1468 |
160.7 miles |
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Source: Port Association of Louisiana (http://portsoflouisiana.org); Port of Caddo-Bossier (www.portsb.com); Arkansas Waterways Commission (http://waterways.arkansas.gov/ports/Pages/ouachitaRiver.aspx) as of November 2013; (1) Rand McNally (www.randmcnally.com) |
Motor Freight & Contract Carriers (partial list) | |
Company | Services/Terminal |
Cardinal Transport (903) 223-1258 |
Located in Texarkana Trucking-Motor Freight |
Central Freight Lines, Inc. (903) 832-1594 |
Located in Texarkana Trucking-Motor Freight |
Deboer Transportation Inc. (903) 832-7581 |
Texarkana TerminalLogistics Intermodal Dedicated Fleet Specialized Equipment Mexico Service |
Hurd Transportation Agency (903) 838-7979 |
Located in Texarkana Trucking-Motor Freight |
Nei Transport (903) 831-3920 |
Located in Texarkana Trucking-Motor Freight Transportation Services |
Red River Transportation (903) 793-0606 |
Located in Texarkana Flat Bed Truckload Step Deck-Double Drop Flat Bed LTL Van Truckload Refrigerated TL |
Spar Transport (903) 794-7413 |
Located in Texarkana Trucking-Motor Freight Lumber |
Tidal Ware Logistics (903) 223-7770 |
Located in Texarkana Trucking-Motor Freight |
Titan Freight Services (903) 794-1000 |
Located in Texarkana Delivery Service Trucking-Motor Freight |
Total Freight Services (903) 832-8006 |
Located in Texarkana Trucking-Motor Freight Transportation Services |
TSD Logistics (903) 794-1423 |
Located in Texarkana |
Yellow Freight (YRC) (903) 793-1144 |
Texarkana Terminal Guaranteed: Guaranteed Standard ground service Expedited: YRC Freight Time-CriticalTM expedited, guaranteed air and ground service Specialized Exhibit/Trade Show Reverse Logistics Sealed TrailerTM Freeze Protection White Glove Chemical/Hazmat Custom Projects Spot Volume Specialized Freight Services Associations Government |
Sources: Deboer Transportation Inc. (http://deboertrans.com); Red River Transportation (www.redrivertransp.com); Tri State Delivery (http://tsdlogistics.com); Yellow Freight (www.yrc.com); Yellow Pages.com (www.yellowpages.com), as of January 2013 |
Parcel Carriers (partial list) | ||
Name | Latest Drop-off | Earliest Delivery |
DHL (903) 223-8917 |
6:00 pm - Mon-Fri | 10:30 am – Mon-Fri |
The Shipping Post (FedEx Authorized Ship Center) (903) 223-0033 |
4:30 pm - Mon-Fri | 8:00 am – Mon-Fri |
UPS Customer Center (800) 742-5877 |
6:30 pm - Mon-Fri | 8:00 am – Mon-Fri |
US Postal Service (903) 223-3800 |
5:00 pm – Mon-Fri 12:30 pm – Sat |
12:00 pm – Mon-Sat |
Sources: DHL (www.dhl-usa.com); Federal Express, staffed locations or authorized ship centers (www.fedex.com/us); UPS (www.ups.com); USPS (www.usps.com); Yellow Pages.com (www.yellowpages.com), as of January 2013Note: (1) All locations are in Texarkana; (2) Beginning in August 2013 the US Postal Service will provide package delivery Monday through Saturday, and mail delivery Monday through Friday |
Rail Transportation | ||||
Name | Direction | Main or Branch | Short or National | Nearest Intermodal |
Kansas City Southern Railroad | North-South | Main | Short | Dallas, TX |
Union Pacific Railroad | North-South | Main | National | Dallas, TX |
Texas Northern & Northeast Railroad | East-West | Main | Short | Dallas, TX |
Source: Genesee & Wyoming, Inc. (www.gwrr.com); Federal Railroad Administration (www.fra.dot.gov/Page/P0001); as of December 2013 |
Public Transportation | |||
Type | Name | Service Area | Operator |
Bus | T-Line Transit (903)794-8883 |
Texarkana, New Boston, Nash, Wake Village | Ark-Tex Urban Transit (903) 794-8883 |
Source: T-Line Transit (www.t-linebus.org); as of December 2012 |
Tax Profile – State of Texas | |||
Tax | Basis | Rate | Agency |
Franchise Tax | The Texas franchise tax is a privilege tax imposed on each taxable entity formed or organized in Texas or doing business in Texas |
1.0% (.01) for most entities 0.5% (.005) for qualifying wholesalers and retailers 0.575% for those entities with $10 million or less in Total Revenue (annualized per 12 month period on which the report is based) electing the E-Z computation |
State Comptroller’s Office (903) 534-0333 Longview Field Office |
Sales and Use Tax | State Sales and Use Tax is imposed on all retail sales, leases and rentals of most goods, as well as taxable services | 8.25% | State Comptroller’s Office (903) 534-0333 Longview Field Office |
Inheritance Tax | Estates that exceed the minimum federal estate tax filing requirement must file an Inheritance Tax return and pay any applicable tax based on the federal credit for state death taxes | Taxable estate is the gross estate less allowable deductions for funeral costs, owed debts, marital and charitable deduction and any state death tax deduction then taxed as income at the Federal Income Tax Rate. If taxable estate is more than $5,120,000 then a Federal Estate Return must be filed. |
State Comptroller’s Office (903) 534-0333 Longview Field OfficeInternal Revenue Service |
Sources: State of Texas Comptroller’s Office, (www.window.state.tx.us/taxes); Internal Revenue Service (www.irs.gov), as of January 2013 |
Electric Power Providers | |
Name/Phone | Services |
SWEPCO |
Electricity provider, residential & commercial. Smart Source Solar PV Program: Incentives are available for solar PV installations at homes, businesses, and government facilities which receive electric service from SWEPCO. Annual funds limits do apply.Incentives are offered at $2.50 per watt of installed PV capacity or approximately 25 to 30 percent of installed costs. Customers should consult their solar installer for more details. |
Source: SWEPCO (www.swepco.com/), as of December 2012 |
Natural Gas Providers | |
Name/Phone | Services |
Centerpoint Energy (800) 259-5544 |
Provider of natural gas, residential & commercial. Commercial Natural gas: Some examples of current industrial uses of natural gas include on-site generation and commercial heating and cooling. See section on natural gas equipment for more commercial uses of natural gas. |
Source: Centerpoint Energy (www.centerpointenergy.com/), as of December 2012 |
Telecom Providers | |
Name/Phone | Services |
Windstream Communications (866) 445-5882 |
Telecommunications services: |
Source: Windstream Communications (www.windstreambusiness.com/), as of December 2012 |
Solid Waste | |
Nearest Landfill | New Boston Landfill 1030 U.S. 82 New Boston, TX 75570 (903) 628-6595 |
Landfill Capacity | 820,800 tons (remaining) |
Nearest Hazardous Waste Facility | Texarkana Hauling (Waste Management) 2708 W. 7th Street Texarkana, TX 75501 (903) 794-4111 |
Special Services |
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Source: Waste Management, New Boston Landfill, Texarkana Hauling (www.wmsolutions.com/facilities/); January 2013 |
Water Providers | |||
Name/Phone | Supply Source | Capacity | Peak Demand |
Texarkana Water Utilities Texarkana Water Utilities is a joint department of the Cities of Texarkana, Arkansas and Texarkana, Texas whose primary function is to provide water and sewer services to both cities and the surrounding area. |
Wright Patman Lake in Bowie County, Texas and Millwood Lake in Little River County, Arkansas |
17.75 MG Ground Storage: Elevated Storage: |
26.44 MGD |
Source: Texarkana Water Utilities (http://twu.txkusa.org); December 2013 |
Waste Water Treatment | |||
Name/Phone | Type of Process | Capacity | Peak Demand |
TexAmericas Center 903.223.9841 |
Sequencing Batch Reactor | 1.5 million/gallons; current usage approximately 250K gallons per day | 3.0 million gallons storm surge capacity |
Business Location/Expansion/Growth Assistance | |
Agency/Phone | Programs and Services |
TexAmericas Center Eric Voyles EVP/CEDO 903-334-6949 Direct 903-306-8923 Cell
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New Boston Chamber of Commerce |
The Chamber works to build the New Boston area by promoting the community to attract new residents, visitors, and business development. The Business Development Committee consists of Industrial, Retail and Economic Development and promotes entrepreneurship in New Boston by providing specialized education and networking opportunities to Chamber members. The Committee presents the Small Business Education Development Seminar Series, thought-provoking sessions on topics important to small business owners. |
Northeast/Texarkana Small Business Development Center |
The SBDC provides NO-COST one-on-one counseling on business planning, strategic planning, human resources, marketing and promotion, financial analysis, and accounting. Counselors will help:
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Texarkana Chamber of Commerce |
The Chamber’s Economic Development Department's top priorities are:
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Source: New Boston Chamber of Commerce (www.newbostontx.org); Northeast/Texarkana Small Business Development Center (http://northeasttxsbdc.org); Texarkana Chamber of Commerce (www.texarkana.org/Economic_Development), as of February 2013 |
Business Financing | |
Agency/Phone | Programs and Services |
Accion Texas (210)226-3664 |
Accion Texas Inc. is a designated community development financial institution, or CDFI. CDFIs finance community businesses, including small businesses, microenterprises, nonprofit organizations, commercial real estate, and affordable housing. Accion offers small business loans from $500 to $250,000 and, in Texas under the SBA 504 program, businesses also may apply for loans as large as $5 million to finance their commercial real estate and equipment needs. Click here to see loan products. |
Ark-Tex Council of Governments (903) 832-8636 |
Ark-Tex Council of Governments offers several loan programs designed to help in economic development projects. The purpose of the projects is to create and retain jobs in the region.Ark-Tex Regional Development Company (ATRDC). The Ark-Tex Regional Development Company (ATRDC) is an SBA Priority Certified Development Company established in 1982 specializing in financing for owner occupied commercial real estate projects. Our organization is very familiar with the hotel/motel industry in Texas and has extended SBA 504 financing for projects.Loan Programs:
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PeopleFund (214) 942-6698 |
PeopleFund provides small business loans as well as business assistance and education to people with otherwise limited access to such resources. People Fund is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and operates as a non-profit 501(c) (3) serving all of Texas.PeopleFund provides financing to deserving but underserved small businesses and nonprofits for equipment purchases, permanent working capital term loans, revolving lines of credit, and real estate. With flexible underwriting and no pre-payment penalties, we offer interest rates that range from 8% to 15% and terms of up to 60 months (longer in special cases). |
Texas Rural Communities, Inc. (512) 312-9024 |
Texas Rural Communities, Inc. (TRC) makes a long-term commitment to assisting rural communities, individuals, groups and support organizations in creating, sustaining and enabling self-sufficient, viable rural development enterprises that improve or maintain the quality of rural life, through independent and cooperative ventures. TRC provides loan opportunities in rural areas for individuals or groups who have had difficulty accessing funding through other sources. Loan Program Summary An applicant for a TRC loan must complete the appropriate documentation and/or business plan, repayment plan, and a credit application. Applicants are required to work through their local small business development centers to prepare a commercial loan application package. Click here for more information. |
Source: Accion Texas (www.acciontexas.org/accion-loans-small-business); Ark-Tex Council of Governments (www.atcog.org/); PeopleFund (http://peoplefund.org/); Texas Rural Communities, Inc. (www.texasrural.org), as of January 2013 |
Entrepreneurial/Technology Resources | |
Accion Texas (210) 226-3664 |
Accion provides resources, tools, training and financing for entrepreneurs.
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PeopleFund (214) 942-6698 |
PeopleFund offers the following services/programs to entrepreneurs and small businesses: |
Texas Center for Rural Entrepreneurship (903) 714-0232 |
Texas Center for Rural Entrepreneurship (TCRE) assists entrepreneurs to start and grow business ventures by linking them with the resources and technical assistance they need to be successful and create jobs and wealth in rural communities. TCRE provides continuing education opportunities in the form of webinars, fact sheets, newsletters, links to resources, and blog posts. |
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension (979) 845-1751 |
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Economics Program Unit strives to lead – both nationally and regionally – in the development and delivery of innovative educational and applied research programs that meet the decision support needs of targeted audiences and stakeholders. AgriLife Extension offers the following rural entrepreneurial programs, resources and services: |
Source: Accion Texas (www.acciontexas.org/resources/entrepreneur-resources/); PeopleFund (http://peoplefund.org/); Texas Center for Rural Entrepreneurship (www.tcre.org/); Texas A&M AgriLife Extension (http://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/) |
Industry/Technology Associations | |
Organization/Phone | Programs and Services |
Association of Chemical Industry of Texas (512) 646-6400 |
Association of Chemical Industry of Texas (ACIT) represents both large and small businesses ranging from chemical manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and a variety of service companies that are vital to the Texas chemical industry. ACIT members provide a support system crucial to maintaining a strong economy for the chemical industry in Texas. |
Bowie Chamber of Commerce (940) 872-1173 |
The Chamber of Commerce serves as a partner of every business and every professional in the area. The Chamber’s main function is:
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Buzgate.org (603) 658-0340 |
Global resource network for small business |
Career and Technology Association of Texas (512) 288-8666 |
The members of the Career and Technology Association of Texas are a diverse group that shares a common goal — preparing students for the high-tech, high-skill careers of the 21st century. CTAT provides career opportunities in advanced technologies and manufacturing, biotech, energy, aerospace and other exciting sectors require a workforce that is educated, prepared, adaptable, and ready to compete. It also requires education professionals who are up-to-date on education and workforce techniques, trends and theories. |
Home Builders Association of Texarkana (903) 223-0422 |
The HBA of Texarkana serves its members and the public by promoting ethical business practices, education, community involvement, and social/business networking. In addition, members benefit from the lobbying efforts conducted by the NAHB at the national level and the Texas Association of Builders at the state level. |
LinkedIN.com | Business networking and job recruitment website |
RyzeBusinessNetworking.com | Business networking and job recruitment website |
Metroplex Technology Business Council (972) 792-2850 |
The Metroplex Technology Business Council (MTBC) is the largest technology trade association in Texas. The MTBC acts as the innovation hub for entrepreneurs, universities, and corporations. The MTBC continues growing future tech leaders with its talent and workforce development initiative, advocating technology's advancement in governmental arenas, and connecting people and inspiring ideas through its programs and special interest groups. |
Texarkana Chamber of Commerce (903) 792-7191 ext. 27070 |
Texarkana Chamber of Commerce provides the following services and more to its members:
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Texas Ag Industries Association (979) 968-5602 |
The Texas Ag Industries Association advocates, influences, educates, and provides services to support its members in their quest to foster a sustainable business environment while being productive stewards of agriculture. |
Texas Association of Builders (903) 792-6029 |
The Texas Builders Foundation is a private charitable foundation and advocate addressing the housing issues of the people of Texas. TAB provides research and development of educational programs to benefit the professional home building industry, educate consumers and the youth of Texas about the home building industry, and perform other charitable activities. |
Texas Association of Manufacturers (512) 236-1464 |
The Texas Association of Manufacturers provides to its members:
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Texas Construction Association (512) 473-3773 |
Texas Construction Association provides superior Legislative Advocacy to its members, subcontractors, and suppliers. Through membership they unify influence and strengthen authority in the legislative arena. TCA also provides access to education and resources that prepare and support subcontractors and suppliers to succeed in their construction related businesses. |
Texas Food Processors Association (979) 846-3285 |
The Texas Food Processors Association (TFPA) mission is to support, promote, and encourage education in all aspects of the food industry. Benefits of being a TFPA member include:
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TexasLifeScience.com (800) 709-8907 |
TexasLifeScience.com is part of a specialized nationwide network of fifty state-based life science web sites, along with sites in the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia. Our site network includes more than 6,000 biotechnology, medical device and pharmaceutical companies, non-profit research institutions, technology transfer offices, economic development offices, and associated companies. The network addresses the growing informational and service needs of individuals working or seeking employment in the industry, along with patients, educators and others in their respective states while providing clients the opportunity to cost effectively advertise job openings, events, facility availability, contract research, contract manufacturing and other services by state, region or nationwide at the same low rate. |
Texas Manufactured Housing Association (512) 459-1221 |
Texas Manufactured Housing Association is composed of professionals committed to successfully representing the interest of its members and the Texas manufactured housing industry, particularly on a state level by providing dedicated representation in the Texas Legislature. As a membership-based association, TMHA is also focused on supplying its 1,400+ members with the information and resources necessary to conduct a successful business. |
Texas Mining and Reclamation Association |
The Texas Mining and Reclamation Association is an advocacy and networking organization providing:
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Texas Trucking Association |
Texas Trucking Association is a trade organization dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of its members by advocating sound public policies, providing excellence in education, training, and information and promoting a safe, dependable, and cost-effective motor transportation system to better serve the people of Texas. |
Texas Renewable Energy Industries Association |
TREIA is a statewide non-profit organization of companies and individuals involved in solar, wind, biomass, geothermal and hydro electric energy products and/or services. The Texas Renewable Energy Industries Association TREIA is a fierce advocate for clean energy, energy security, energy independence, and Texas jobs since 1984. TREIA refers individuals, companies, and agencies seeking access to renewable energy expertise and technology. TREIA facilitates conferences, workshops, seminars, and tours to expose members and the public to the latest and most useful renewable energy information. TREIA publishes newsletters and other documents which track the progress of renewable energy development and report industry activity. The Association is a representative of Texas' renewable energy industries throughout the U.S. and the world and is an advisor to government and industry on renewable energy related policy. |
Source: Association of Chemical Industry of Texas (www.acit.org/); Bowie Chamber of Commerce (www.bowietxchamber.org/); Buzgate.org (http://buzgate.org/); Career Technology Association of Texas (www.ctat.org/); Home Builders Association of Texarkana (www.texarkanahomebuilders.com/); LinkedIN.com (www.linkedin.com/); Metroplex Technology Business Council (www.metroplextbc.org/); RyzeBusinessNetworking.com (www.ryze.com/); Texarkana Chamber of Commerce USA (www.texarkana.org); Texas Ag Industry Association (www.txag.net/); Texas Association of Builders (www.texasbuilders.org/); Texas Association of Manufacturers (www.manufacturetexas.org/); Texas Construction Association (www.texcon.org/); Texas Food Processors Association (www.tfpa.org/); TexasLifeScience.com (www.texaslifescience.com/); Texas Manufactured Housing Association (www.texasmha.com/), Texas Mining and Reclamation Association (www.tmra.com/home); Texas Trucking Association (www.tmta.com/); Texas Renewable Energy Industries Association (www.treia.org/); as of February 2013 |