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As seen in: KMID-TV (Odessa, TX ), Yahoo Life, Aol, Yahoo, WKRG-TV (Mobile, AL), WJTV-TV (Jackson, MS), KSNT-TV (Topeka, KS), KLRT-TV (Little Rock, AR), KARK-TV (Little Rock, AR), WJKT-TV (Memphis, TN), The Daily Citizen (Searcy, AR)
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As a TV broadcast professional, a digital content management specialist and an award-winning print journalist, with a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and Broadcast Journalism from California State University, Tara is skilled in communicating across all platforms.

She has a proven record of achieving high volumes of audience engagement in digital and social media platforms.

Tara values ethical objectivity in her craft of disseminating vital, breaking information and in human-interest st…

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Hard-working students get scholarships from LULAC, honored at GALA

Hard-working students get scholarships from LULAC, honored at GALA

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KLRT)- A GALA Friday night, honored 43 college students, whose lives were made better by t…

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Pangburn overrun by homeless cats, spay/neuters on the way

Pangburn overrun by homeless cats, spay/neuters on the way

PANGBURN, Ark. (KARK)- Like a lot of towns, Pangburn is experiencing an overwhelming amount of cats, as the p…

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Wall to receive musical makeover

Wall to receive musical makeover

SEARCY, Ark. (AP) - A 100-by-40-foot mural to be painted on a downtown Searcy business will highlight Arkansa…

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63 murdered at wedding, 200 wounded: ISIS claims responsibility

63 murdered at wedding, 200 wounded: ISIS claims responsibility

KABUL, Afghanistan (WJTV)- The Islamic State group's affiliate in Afghanistan has claimed responsibility for …

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People with disabilities in Jackson create masterpieces

People with disabilities in Jackson create masterpieces

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV)- A hidden gem full of original artwork sits in the heart of Jackson. The masterpieces a…

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12 News preps for Reeves, Waller showdown in final run-off debate: Meet the GOP candidates

12 News preps for Reeves, Waller showdown in final run-off debate: Meet the GOP candidates

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV)- In the months and final days leading up to the Mississippi GOP Gubernatorial Primary E…

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Walmart announces lower food prices to “help customers” over summer

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Walmart Store in Austin, TX Posted: Jul 7, 2026 / 03:43 PM CDT Updated: Jul 7, 2026 / 03:43 PM CDT ODESSA, Texas (KMIS/KPEJ)- Walmart and Sam’s Club shoppers are in for a pleasant surprise during their next shopping trip, since the retail giant announced its decision to lower prices in Texas and across the US.
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Free Pool Party: Snacks, music, giveaways at City of Odessa’s family event Original

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| KMID-TV (Odessa, TX ) Verified
Photo Courtesy: City of Odessa Posted: Jul 6, 2026 / 10:35 AM CDT Updated: Jul 6, 2026 / 10:35 AM CDT ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Summer fun is still in full swing in the City of Odessa, and all residents wanting to cool down are invited to attend a free pool party this weekend. The event is scheduled for Friday, July 10, 2026, at the Woodson Family Aquatic Center, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., for three hours of aquatic fun.
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Midland man wins $350k in casino “blessing” Original

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Photo Courtesy: Cesar’s Palace winning patron Posted: Jul 3, 2026 / 06:02 PM CDT Updated: Jul 3, 2026 / 06:02 PM CDT MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A Midland man has won over $350,000 during a Fourth of July weekend trip to Las Vegas. The man, who works in the oil field industry and wishes to remain anonymous, says he was playing a slot machine at Caesars Palace on Friday when a single spin on a Diamond Links machine resulted in a $350,000 win.
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Arkansas Press Association

2018 - Best Coverage of Education, Best News Story

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