Some Wichita Falls residents and even some out-of-towners planned to spend part of their Memorial Day weekend at Lucy Park, but today the park was closed. Those that hoped to spend a quiet Sunday afternoon at Lucy Park weren’t ready for what they saw when they arrived. Massive flooding. “All my time of living here,…… MORE
Texoma Honors America’s Fallen At Memorial Day Ceremonies
All across the nation, millions recognized the country’s fallen soldiers. Today, several Memorial Day ceremonies took place in Texoma. Read more about the local Memorial Day ceremonies here.… MORE
Need A Summer Job? Castaway Cove Waterpark Is Hiring
Castaway Cove Waterpark is working to fully staff the park for a busy summer season. Officials are set to host a job fair on Thursday, May 30, at the park. You can apply in person from 2 to 4pm at 1000 Central Freeway East. Get more information here.… MORE
Booker T Washington Playground Complete
Construction of a new playground at Booker T. Washington Elementary School is now complete. The playground was paid for by donations from various organizations. More details can be found here.… MORE
School Lunch Prices Rise Again
Next school year students will come back to a price increase for their lunches. Elementary students will pay $2.85 and secondary students $2.95. More information about school lunches for the 2019-2020 school year can be found here.… MORE
Animal Shelters, Rescues Become Overcrowded During Summer Months
As the summer months grow closer animal shelters are preparing to face overpopulation. Those who work at the animal services center say that during the summer they see 15 pets or more come in daily. It is not only dogs and cats that Animal Control finds on the streets. Read more about pet overpopulation here… MORE
Lauren’s Law Passes Final Hurdle, Headed To Governor Abbott
The Texas Senate has approved changes to Senate Bill 719, also known as Lauren’s Law, that removed the death penalty as punishment on Wednesday. Read more about the change to the law here.… MORE
Where To Take Shelter During Severe Weather In Wichita Falls
Emergency Management officials say though there are no official public storm shelters in Wichita County there are some things they suggest you do to get through the storm. Read the story here.… MORE
Amon Carter Lake To Reopen Saturday
Lake Amon G Carter is set to reopen this Saturday. It’s been closed due to high water levels. More information can be found here.… MORE
Multiple Deputies Promoted At WCSO Quarterly Awards Ceremony
The Wichita County Sheriff’s Office held its quarterly awards event Thursday. Promotions were handed out to Corporal Jeff Lee ranking up to Sergeant and Deputy Jason Vandygriff to Corporal. Congratulations to these men on their promotions! Read more about the ceremony here. … MORE
