United Regional has chosen to expand its visitation opportunities for patients in isolation. Click here for more information.… More
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First Bank Of Wichita Falls Donates $30,000 To Boys & Girls Club
Congratulations to the Boys & Girls Club of Wichita Falls! First Bank has donated to help out the club’s members. The bank presented the Boys and Girls Club of Wichita Falls with a check for $30,000 on Tuesday. Read the complete story here.… More
Wichita Falls ISD Addresses Viral TikTok Trend
Wichita Falls ISD is feeling the effects of a viral TikTok trend. WFISD Superintendent Michael Kuhrt addressed the trend Monday in a letter posted to the school district’s Facebook page. One of the latest national TikTok trends is a challenge involving students sharing videos of damage done to school property. Read here to find out…… More
Wichita Falls ISD Board Takes No Action On Choosing New Mascots, Colors
The Wichita Falls ISD board has decided to take no action on choosing the mascots and colors for their two new high schools. Instead, the board has sent the list back to the naming committee for review. School board members raised concerns over some of the suggested names, as did community members who spoke during…… More
New State Laws Go Into Effect September 1
Over 660 laws were passed during the 2021 state legislative session, many of which will go into effect on Sept. 1. While many won’t change Texans’ daily lives, certain pieces of legislation will. Here’s a list of the top five laws that could impact you. Read about the new laws here.… More
Walmart Offering COVID-19 Booster For Immunocompromised
Walmart is now offering booster shots for immunocompromised patients in addition to providing normal COVID-19 vaccines to the general public. Additional doses are only authorized for individuals who have certain medical conditions or treatment plans, or those who have undergone a solid organ transplant. Read more here to find out if you qualify for a…… More
TXDOT, Law Enforcement Emphasizing Importance Of Driving Sober
The Texas Department of Transportation and the Burkburnett Police Department are stressing the importance of not drinking and driving. “I want people to know that if you’ve been drinking, do not get behind the wheel,” said Burkburnett Police Department Lt. Donald Gibson. Gibson has spent 10 years in law enforcement and said officers take drunk…… More
Section Of FM1954 To Close Friday For Construction
A road south of Holliday will be closed this Friday due to bridge construction. Crews will shut down FM 1954 (Little Lease Road) at noon between FM 368 (South College Avenue) and FM 2224 so that two bridges can be rebuilt. More details about the closure can be found here.… More
