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Senior Airman at SAFB patents a potentially life-saving tourniquet belt
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Isaiah Demillo, Senior Airman at Sheppard Air Force Base, has patented a belt with a built-in tourniquet named the DRT (Demillo Rigger’s Tourniquet) belt. According to an article from Public Affairs at the 82nd Training Wing, Demillo was first inspired during the makeshift portion...
Lifesaving and tailgating: OBI to host blood drive at Sikes Senter
OBI is hosting what they have monikered the Lifesaving and Tailgating Community Drive of Wichita Falls on Wednesday, July 24 at the Sikes Senter across from Hibbett Sports from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
'I get to continue to lead': See WFISD superintendent's new salary and contract
Dr. Donny Lee has scored the seal of approval from Wichita Falls ISD trustees, a raise and new contract as he forges ahead in the superintendent's position to meet the district's challenges. The new contract approved by the WFISD School Board will keep Lee in Wichita Falls through June 30, 2027. It can be extended. ...
Ushering in a new era: Lewis preparing for 1st season as Little Elm volleyball coach
Nia Lewis said it was a dream come true to be the head volleyball coach at Wichita Falls Hirschi. And while there, Lewis, who graduated from Hirschi in 2016, had her high school and junior high coaches working alongside her as assistant coaches. But when Wichita Falls ISD decided to...
First Step to host Law Enforcement Appreciation Lunch
First Step, Inc. will host a lunch for all law enforcement officers in the 12 counties they serve on Tuesday, July 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Kemp Center for the Arts, located at 1300 Lamar St.
Austin Cobb announces candidacy for Wichita Falls City Council At-Large seat
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Austin Cobb has filed as a candidate for the At-Large seat on the Wichita Falls City Council. As a native Wichitan, Cobb said he has a unique tie to diverse sectors and can address issues from every corner of the community. “I believe in a...
Miracle Treat Day to support United Regional
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Mark your calendars for Thursday, July 25, to help support the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, on Miracle Treat Day!. Wichita Falls restaurants are participating in Miracle Treat Day to support the United Regional Health Care System. Participation in Miracle Treat Day helps provide critical...
Manhunt Monday: Woman wanted for abandoning, endangering a child
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers is looking for 44-year-old Yesenia Pacheco. She is wanted on the charge of child abandonment/endangerment. Crime Stoppers described Pacheco as a 5′3 Hispanic female with black hair and brown eyes. Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers recommends speaking to law...
Class I Briefs: CSX, BNSF, CPKC
CSX is recognized for its 2023 finished vehicle transport service by Hyundai GLOVIS, the logistics service provider for Hyundai Motor America and Kia America. Also, BNSF’s Wichita Falls, Tex.-based signal group sets a safety record; and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) launches a new Winnipeg (Manitoba) General Yard Office.
Juicy deliciousness: Downtown Wichita Falls Farmers Market hosts Watermelon Day
Hundreds of watermelons arrived in large cardboard cases as the Downtown Wichita Falls Farmers Market hosted its Watermelon Day on Saturday. As watermelons are in season, vendors sold watermelon-themed and flavored goodies, along with honeydew melons, cantaloupe and, of course, lots and lots of watermelons. Sizes ranged from small, medium to large.
Wichita Falls Fire Department pays tribute to fallen firefighters
The Wichita Falls Fire Department held its 40th anniversary memorial service Friday at the Wichita Falls Public Safety Training Center to honor the department's fallen. The room was lined with current WFFD members and young firefighters in training. Retired firefighters sat amongst the crowd which included their families and local city officials.
Biden drops out of the 2024 presidential race, endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for nomination
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - President Joe Biden announce July 21 that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and is now supporting Vice President Kamala Harris to run. “While it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my...
MPEC and Kay Yeager Coliseum play host to Texas Ranch Roundup
The Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall and Kay Yeager Coliseum played host to the annual Texas Ranch Roundup events over the weekend. The festival and tradeshow were held both days inside the Multi-Purpose Events Center from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. with numerous vendors offering everything western from saddles, to boots, clothing, artwork and food.
Texas' Christian-influenced curriculum spurs worries about bullying, church-state separation
Andy Wine thinks most children can understand the Golden Rule: talking over your peers is rude, insulting others is mean, and don't hurt people.In short, Wine said it's common sense.That's why the 43-year-old parent of two, who is an atheist, finds it appalling that the Texas Education Agency wants to incentivize public schools to teach the Golden Rule as a core value in the Bible.Wine is a member of the Freethinkers Association of Central Texas, a social organization of religiously unaffiliated people."We teach kids to be nice to each other and to share," Wine said. "You don't need to bring...
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