Border Lodge No. 672 AF & AM, of Texarkana, TX

11/03/2026

⭐ A Texas President Who Was Also a Masonic Leader

Did you know that Dr. Anson Jones, the last president of the Republic of Texas, was also the first Grand Master of Texas Freemasons? He was elected in December 1837, and the new Grand Lodge held its first meeting in April 1838.

Freemasonry has been connected to Texas history since the days of the Republic. Jones's story is one example of the many men who helped shape both our state and its Masonic heritage.

11/02/2026

🏛️ Did You Know? Border Lodge Has Called Several Buildings Home!

Long before Border Lodge No. 672 moved into its current home on Westlawn Drive, the Lodge met in several locations around Texarkana. In 1913, the members established a more permanent home at 314 State Street, and just ten years later, they built a new Masonic Temple at Seventh and Olive Streets.

As Texarkana grew and changed, so did Border Lodge. It's a reminder that while buildings may come and go, the friendships, traditions, and commitment to our community can continue for generations.

10/31/2026

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from Border Lodge No. 672! 🍬

From all of us at Border Lodge No. 672, we want to wish our Texarkana community a safe, fun, and Happy Halloween!

Whether you’re taking the little ones trick-or-treating, enjoying a spooky movie, carving pumpkins, or simply passing out candy to the neighborhood ghosts and goblins, we hope your day is filled with laughter, smiles, and wonderful memories.

Halloween is one of those special occasions that brings neighbors together, gives children a chance to have a little fun, and reminds us how much joy can come from the simple moments we share.

As you head out tonight, please remember to watch for children crossing the streets, drive carefully, and help make this a safe evening for everyone.

From our Masonic family to yours, Happy Halloween, Texarkana! 🎃🧡

10/30/2026

⏳ Are We Giving Our Best Time to What Matters Most?

We all have 24 hours in a day.

Yet somehow, it never seems like enough.

Between work, family responsibilities, bills, appointments, and everything else demanding our attention, it’s easy to feel as though we’re constantly running from one obligation to another.

But here’s a question worth considering.

Are we spending our time on the things that matter most, or simply on the things demanding our attention the loudest?

Think about the last time you had an uninterrupted conversation with someone you love.

Or the last time you spent an afternoon doing something simply because it brought you joy.

Or the last time you stopped worrying about what needed to happen tomorrow and appreciated what was happening today.

Freemasonry encourages us to reflect on how we use our time and whether we are properly balancing our responsibilities.

It’s a lesson that becomes increasingly important as we grow older.

Our careers matter.

Our obligations matter.

But so do our families, friendships, health, and the memories we create along the way.

One day, we may wish we had spent less time worrying about things that ultimately didn’t matter and more time appreciating the people who did.

Make time for what matters. The moments you miss today are the ones you can never get back.

10/29/2026

🤝 A Strong Community Doesn’t Happen by Accident

Think about the people who make a difference in your community.

The volunteer who helps organize a local event.

The neighbor who checks on someone living alone.

The person who spends a Saturday morning helping raise money for a good cause.

The individual who notices something needs to be done and decides to take responsibility.

These people don’t always receive recognition.

In fact, some of the most important work happening in our communities is performed by people whose names we may never know.

Freemasonry places great importance on charity and service, but neither of those principles belongs exclusively to Masons.

They belong to everyone willing to contribute.

Here at Border Lodge No. 672, we believe being part of the Texarkana community means accepting a responsibility to help make it stronger.

And that responsibility doesn’t require a title, an office, or even membership in an organization.

It simply requires a willingness to get involved.

The strength of a community isn’t measured only by what it has. It’s measured by what its people are willing to do for one another.

10/28/2026

👂 Sometimes the Best Thing You Can Do Is Listen

Have you ever been talking to someone and realized they weren’t really listening?

They were simply waiting for their turn to speak.

Most of us have probably been guilty of doing that ourselves.

We hear a problem and immediately want to offer a solution.

We hear an opinion we disagree with and begin preparing our response.

But genuine listening requires something different.

It requires patience.

It requires humility.

And sometimes, it requires recognizing that another person doesn’t need our advice nearly as much as they need our attention.

Freemasonry encourages men to develop their character, and one important part of personal growth is learning how to treat others with understanding and respect.

That doesn’t mean we must agree with everything someone says.

It means being willing to understand their perspective before forming our response.

The next time someone comes to you with a problem, consider asking yourself one simple question:

Does this person need my advice, or do they simply need someone willing to listen?

Sometimes the greatest kindness we can offer another person is our undivided attention.

10/27/2026

⚒️ Are You Living an Upright Life?

Before modern measuring equipment existed, builders relied on simple tools to ensure their work was properly aligned.

One of those tools was the plumb.

Using a weighted line, a craftsman could determine whether a wall was perfectly vertical.

Freemasonry adopted this familiar builder’s tool as a reminder of something much more personal: the importance of living an upright life.

But what does that really mean?

It means being honest when telling a lie would be easier.

It means admitting when we are wrong rather than allowing our pride to get in the way.

It means doing what we believe is right, even when doing so may cost us something.

And perhaps most importantly, it means holding ourselves to the same standards we expect from others.

None of us gets everything right.

We make mistakes, lose our patience, and sometimes fall short of the people we want to become.

What matters is whether we recognize those shortcomings and work to correct them.

Integrity isn’t about never making a mistake. It’s about having the character to recognize one and the courage to make it right.

10/26/2026

🏛️ A Lesser-Known Chapter of Texarkana’s Masonic History

When people hear about the history of Freemasonry in Texarkana, they often think about the men who helped establish the city’s early Lodges.

But there’s another part of that history worth remembering.

In 1914, Border Chapter No. 211 of the Order of the Eastern Star was organized in Texarkana.

The Order of the Eastern Star is a Masonic-affiliated fraternal organization that includes both women and men. Like Freemasonry, it emphasizes friendship, charitable service, and personal character.

One notable member of Texarkana’s Border Chapter was Rose Potter, who went on to serve as Worthy Grand Matron of Texas in 1933–1934.

That was a significant leadership position within the organization, and another example of how individuals from our community contributed to fraternal organizations across Texas.

It’s easy to focus on the buildings, charters, and well-known names when studying local history.

But history is really the story of people.

People who volunteered their time, built relationships, served their communities, and helped establish organizations that influenced generations.

Texarkana’s Masonic history is bigger than any one Lodge, and there are many stories still worth telling.

10/25/2026

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TEXARKANA, Texas -- Border Lodge No.672, hosted its free Annual Fall Festival in Texarkana, Texas, on Saturday.

10/25/2026

🎃🍂 WOW! WHAT AN AMAZING FALL FESTIVAL! 🍂🎃

What an incredible day at Border Lodge No. 672! We couldn’t be more thankful for the turnout at yesterday’s Fall Festival!

❤️ First, a HUGE thank you to our Brothers and their families who volunteered their time, energy, and resources to make this event possible. From planning and setting up to running games, handing out candy, painting faces, and cleaning up afterward, none of this would have been possible without your hard work and dedication. Your willingness to give back to our community is what Freemasonry is all about!

🎉 And to our wonderful community, THANK YOU!

We were thrilled to welcome and serve OVER 300 members of our community! Seeing so many families come through our doors, children dressed in their costumes, and smiles all around made every bit of effort worthwhile.

From the games and face painting to the popcorn, candy, and costume contest, it certainly looked like the kids had an absolute blast! And at the end of the day, that’s exactly what this event was all about. Bringing families together, creating happy memories, and giving back to the community we’re so proud to be part of.

📸 WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOUR PHOTOS!

If you attended yesterday’s festival and snapped some pictures, please share them with us in the comments below! We’d love to see the fun through your eyes and all those wonderful costumes and smiling faces! Feel free to share your favorite memories from the day, too!

On behalf of everyone at Border Lodge No. 672, thank you for making this year’s Fall Festival such a success. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve this community and look forward to doing it again!

🍁 Until next year, Texarkana! 🎃