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Wichita Falls Police Need Help Identifying Credit Card Theft Suspect
Can you identify the suspect in a Wichita Falls stolen credit card case?. If you know the suspect’s identity, call the front desk of the WFPD at 940-720-5000 and leave a message for Detective Duncan-Ferguson. Be sure to reference case # 24-06588. If you have any information on this...
Things to do in Wichita Falls this weekend, July 4-7
Thursday is the BIG holiday of the summer in the U.S. of A., and plenty of activities are planned in the Wichita Falls area. Beware: The temperature Thursday could hit 105 with relatively high humidity. After that, things slow way, way down for the remainder of the weekend. Here’s what’s going on Thursday,...
Work progresses on two new arrivals on the Wichita Falls restaurant scene
Despite blistering heat, work continues on at least two new restaurants coming to Wichita Falls. The walls are up on a new Domino’s location at 2212 Kemp Blvd. just north of a Braum’s restaurant. City permits show the property is owned by MAD Holdings LLC of Lawton. The...
Study ranks three Texas lakes among 'dirtiest' in U.S.
A new study ranks three Texas lakes in the top 10 dirtiest lakes in the U.S. The study was released by Lake.com, a vacation rental platform that used data from the National Water Quality Monitoring Council, which is part of the Environmental Protection Agency. The Texas lakes were in West Texas, North Texas and near Austin.
Alleged father-to-be tased, arrested on charges of assault of pregnant woman
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A man was tased and arrested after a woman, who is six months pregnant, was dragged off a couch and shoved twice in her abdomen where she said she was carrying their baby, according to police. Colt Montgomery has posted bonds and been released on his charges of assault of a […]
Family of late teen responds to removal of Maplewood memorial cross due to complaints
After losing her son back in October 2023, the mother of 17-year-old Carlos Hernandez, Anna Gamble, is speaking out after having to remove a cross they put up in remembrance of him.
Abilene, Wichita Falls and other cities will pay the price for a legal settlement
Wichita Falls is among multiple cities stuck with the bill as the result of a legal settlement between the state of Texas and a mystery sales taxpayer. Sales taxes collected in Texas cities go to the state, which makes necessary adjustments and then sends back each city’s share. A city’s sales tax allotment is a major part of its total revenue.
NFL Safety Returns to Wichita Falls, Texas to Start Youth Football Camp
Getting into a youth football camp is a great way to learn the sport. It's even better when you're learning from someone who actually made it to the NFL. Adrian Colbert did spend his high school years in Mineral Wells, Texas. However, he was born right here in Wichita Falls. He would go on to have a career in college playing for the University of Texas at Austin and The University of Miami in Florida.
Win Free School Supplies and Other Cool Prizes During Pick-A-Pack
Townsquare Media Wichita Falls and The Carlson Law Firm will be giving away FREE school supplies in backpacks, plus other cool prizes, during Pick-A-Pack!. Local radio stations 102.3 The Bull, 106.3 The Buzz and 92.9 NIN and The Carlson Law Firm will give away 20 backpacks filled with school supplies. Winners may also receive tickets to Castaway Cove, a reusable water bottle, free sub coupons from Firehouse Subs and more!
‘I wouldn’t be here’: Bystander’s quick-thinking CPR saves life in middle of golf game
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — In a sudden turn of events, what started as a good-natured round of golf quickly turned into a dire need for lifesaving measures. On June 21, 2024, Dale Hughes’ life was saved when a quick-thinking bystander administered CPR after he suffered a severe heart attack while playing golf. Now, he’s encouraging […]
Texas gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.08 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.01 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 6 cents since...
Clear The Streets: The Worst Areas For Underage Drinking In Texas
Perhaps unsurprisingly, the areas in Texas cited the most for underage drinking violations are all near universities. But some party schools party a lot harder than others if we take the numbers at face value. Overall, citations to businesses for serving underage patrons are trending down. This could be because:
5 High Profile Cases From Texas That Among The FBI’s Most Famous
Texas is a land of beautiful backdrops and vibrant cities. A place where anything can happen and usually does. Our state has seen some amazing and intriguing crime stories to ever have come out of law enforcement. Ranker listed out some of the worst crimes ever to happen in Texas....
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