The future of downtown Wichita Falls might not be the only thing getting brighter. Soon, the skyline could be brightened as well. It’s all part of a vision Wichita Falls Mayor, Stephen Santellana hopes he can bring to life. That dream is slowly becoming a reality. Find out Mayor Santellana’s plan here.… MORE
Medical Transportation Services Could Soon Be Available In Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls city leaders want more transportation options available for everyone and they’re doing something about it. The City Council approved an ordinance to apply for a $200,000 dollar grant that would give the elderly and disabled more options. Find more details here.… MORE
iOS 11 Will Purge Over 200,000 Apps, Report Suggests
While Apple’s next major installment of iOS won’t officially be unveiled for another few months, a new analysis that was issued recently has suggested that the company’s ‘iOS 11’ update could end support for hundreds of thousands of apps that are currently available to users on the App Store. More details can be found here.…… MORE
26 Dogs Heading Home
26 Dogs are on their way to find their forever home. Jan Herzog is the Transport Coordinator for Underdog Express. A program that moves adoptable North Texas dogs who may never be adopted to a loving home in upstate New York. Foster homes are needed for the dogs while they await their trip to New…… MORE
Saving Dogs From Cruelty
Pets, children, and disabled adults could be saved by a stranger from a hot car without civil liability for damages. Texas House Bill 401 is beginning to make it’s way through legislation. If this bill is passed the legislation states a person can enter a motor vehicle if they feel they need to save a life…… MORE
Residents Want More Rideshare In Wichita Falls
Uber began operations in Lawton yesterday and the question many Wichita Falls residents have is, will we see more rideshare companies operating in Wichita Falls? For more about rideshare operations in North Texas, click here.… MORE
Ted Nugent Announces ‘Make America Rock Again’ Summer Tour
Ted Nugent has announced the first batch of dates for his “Make America Rock Again” tour. So far, dates have been set for the West Coast and Northern States, but you can bet when Uncle Ted schedules shows in the BEAR Nation, we’ll let you know! Keep watching our website for updates and listening to 1047 The BEAR! “It…… MORE
Just Announced As Part Of The BEAR’s Concert Series.. Kansas Is Coming To Wichita Falls!
JUST ANNOUNCED…. Kansas has added more dates to their Leftoverture 40th Anniversary Tour and they are playing in Wichita Falls, September 21 at Memorial Auditorium! Tickets will be on sale soon so keep listening to The BEAR and check our Concert Calendar for details! Photo Credit: Billboard… MORE
New Wireless Device Ordinance Goes Into Effect Thursday
Starting tomorrow, Wichita Falls drivers will face a potential $500 penalty if they are caught with a cell phone in their hand behind the wheel. “It’s like any other traffic violation; if an officer sees the violation occur, then they will take appropriate action,” said Wichita Falls Police Public Information Officer Sgt. Harold McClure. Find complete…… MORE
Paris Jackson: I Was ‘Close To Tears’ Meeting Alice Cooper
Paris Jackson, the daughter of Michael Jackson, met Alice Cooper backstage at a Halloween concert last year and said, “I was telling him, ‘I love you so much, I’ve always listened to you, I grew up loving you’ and I was close to tears. I’m crying thinking about it — he’s amazing. Of course, she…… MORE
