Texarkana: the city coined “Twice as Nice” is regarded to the majority of Texans as the southern mystery. Living in one city and two states isn’t a geographical flaw; it’s a blessing. Different from Austin, El Paso and even Lubbock, the town has a reputation all its own. Here are 26 signs that you’re a sure fire Texarkana native.
1. Sometimes you find yourself heading to Target to kill time.
And see your neighbor, relative, old teacher, your ex, best friend, and your dog in the store.
2. You have had a debate if Reggie’s is better than TLC, or if Slim’s Chicken is better than Cane’s.
3. You’ve heard, “I’ve driven through there before!” when meeting new people.
4. You ride “the shuffle" regularly, or hear about people who ride “the shuffle” regularly.
5. When scrolling through Facebook, you tend to get scared about all the local crime stories being shared daily.
6. One time you left Ironwood Grill because the wait was too long, only to head to Amigo Juan.
7. You see an Arkansas license plate and critique their driving.
8. You see a Texas license plate and critique their driving.
9. All the nail salons either begin with a letter or an adjective.
CK Nails, Modern Nails, Relax Spa & Nails, OP Nails, LV Nail and Spa, American Nails, Natural Nails…
10. Have been to Abby Gayle’s at least once to buy Kendra Scott for a loved one (or yourself).
11. You drive to Dallas, or any other large city, and it’s considered a vacation.
12. When it snows or if the roads are a bit iced, it’s a day-off.
13. You enjoy explaining that Texarkana is in two states.
You love it even more when people “oh” and “awe”
14. You contemplate exploring the infamous Hotel Grim.
15. Your first sign of summer is Southern Tropics opening.
16. You feel like Indiana Jones dodging sinkholes out by Bed Bath & Beyond.
17. When you travel to other areas and people comment on your accent.
18. And you respond, “what accent?”
19. When people ask, you have to clarify which Walmart you’re going to.
20. Mistletoe Fair is one of the biggest family outings of the year.
21. The majority of your life has been surrounded by construction.
22. You get excited seeing construction and think it's a new restaurant or store.
23. Then you are often disappointed to find out it's just another bank.
24. People treat Trivia Night like it’s a sport.
25. You have at least one family member that’s an alumni from Texas High School or Pleasant Grove High School.
26. At the end of the day, you’re more proud of your roots than any other person in the south.
