Good Day
Wichita Falls
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Students present their animals at the ongoing Wichita County Junior Livestock Show at the J.S. Bridwell Agricultural Center through Saturday, Jan. 10 (with local FFA members participating) as attendees enjoy the rural exhibition. Times Record News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chick-fil-A on Call Field Road will close temporarily for drive-thru renovations — Stage 1 starts Sunday — while the second location on Southwest Parkway remains open. Times Record News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WFMA is hosting free art workshops and exhibitions all January. Join Storytime on Jan 10 at 1:30 p.m. and explore the 'Framing Nature: Animals through Art' exhibit starting Jan 24 — events for all ages at the museum. News Channel 6
- ➤ MLK Jr. celebrations will be held in Wichita Falls in January and February — the Rhythm of Texoma Talent Showcase is on Jan. 17 at Backdoor Theatre, and the MLK Multi-Cultural Gospel Musical is on Feb. 15 at New Jerusalem Baptist Church. A parade is set for Feb. 21 downtown. News Channel 6
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA Texas reports that state gas prices are at $2.42 per gallon today, the lowest since March 2021. Crude oil prices remain steady as OPEC+ says it will not raise production in the first quarter. News Channel 6
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local experts note that solar panels on Texoma homes may not always add value—issues like lease agreements can affect resale. Homeowners are advised to consult professionals and review details before investing. News Channel 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NCAA-winning MSU Mustangs are hosting a public parade on Sunday, Jan. 25 starting at 2 p.m. at Sikes Senter Mall and continuing along Midwestern Parkway, Rodriguez Drive, and Comanche Trail — ending at Stangs Park where players will be introduced with championship highlights and fun activities. News Channel 6
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70th Annual Pancake Festival
6 AM – 12 PM — MPEC — All proceeds support community activities — Enjoy delicious pancakes while giving back to the local community.
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Cross Trail Outfitters Youth Benefit Dinner
4:30-8 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Registration required — Support outdoor youth programs with dinner, auctions, and fun activities.
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