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Wichita Falls
Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kiwanis 69th annual Pancake Festival in Wichita Falls offers great food and fellowship, benefiting local programs, with tickets available at local supermarkets and online. Texoma's Homepage
- ➤ The MSU-Burns Fantasy of Lights, a cherished holiday event in Wichita Falls, relies on year-round community support and donations to maintain and refurbish its displays for the annual showcase. Texoma's Homepage
- ➤ The WFISD Board accepted a $550,000 bid from Overland Land Group to potentially convert the closed Lamar Elementary into low-income apartments, with proceeds aimed at improving other district schools. Texoma's Homepage
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An appeals court has confirmed the life sentence of William Mark Crump for the sexual assault of a 5-year-old girl in 2020. Times Record News
- ➤ In Wichita Falls, Texas, two young children tested positive for methamphetamine exposure, resulting in the arrest of 22-year-old Leila Holloway on child endangerment charges. News Channel 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Austin Cobb officially begins his term as the new at-large city councilor for Wichita Falls, focusing on growth and supporting the community. News Channel 6
SPORTS NEWS
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Downtown Royalty Band Live with Ghosts of Gray County
Downtown Royalty, a high-energy rock/funk band from Wichita Falls, performs live at The Iron Horse Pub alongside special guests Ghosts of Gray County, known for their unique blend of country, blues, and rock.
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69th Annual University Kiwanis Pancake Festival
The University Kiwanis Pancake Festival is a community-centered event where all proceeds support local initiatives, featuring an array of pancakes and other activities for families.
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Do Portugal Circus
An exciting family-friendly circus show featuring impressive stunts and talent, hosted under a large tent at Sikes Senter in Wichita Falls.
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