Free back-to-school supply giveaway set for Saturday in Texarkana

TEXARKANA, Ark. - Students heading back to class can get help stocking up on school essentials this weekend at a free back-to-school supply drive in Texarkana, Ark.

The United Steelworkers Local 752 Women of Steel, East Street Pawn and Red River Credit Union are partnering to provide free backpacks and school supplies to local students ahead of the new school year.

The giveaway will take place Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Labor Union Hall, located in the 3600 block of Washington Street.

Organizers say the event is designed to help ease the financial burden many families face as school begins.

"It is something that we see that the community really needs," said Kerry Halter, USW Local 752L president. "We hear the struggles on families and kids and things like that. So it is just a small thing that we can take from Saturday and try to give back to the community for the kids."

Families can pick up free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last.