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Wichita Falls
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU held its first Red River Tech Conference where local business owners and healthcare workers learned how AI can boost productivity and cybersecurity; panels + experts explained safe tech practices for small businesses. News Channel 6
- ➤ The WFISD board will vote on closing Jefferson Elementary as part of the consent agenda at 6:00 p.m. Jan. 20 at the WFISD Education Center at 1104 Broad St and approved budget amendments to cover a $2.4 million shortfall from renovations+athletics that may diminish the district's surplus. Times Record News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City offices will be closed on Monday for MLK Day, so trash pickup is rescheduled – Monday pickup shifts to Tuesday, Tuesday pickup moves to Wednesday, organic recycling will not run Wednesday, the transfer station is closed from Friday 3 p.m. until Tuesday, and the landfill is closed Monday. Times Record News
- ➤ Texas DPS highlights the role of the AMBER Alert program on National AMBER Alert Day. The agency reminds residents to read alerts carefully and call 911 if they notice any matching descriptors — ensuring coordinated responses across local, state, and federal partners. News Channel 6
- ➤ The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency confirmed on Oct. 10 that Staff Sgt. Dayton Polvado's remains have been identified; his body, recovered after WWII combat near Pachten, Germany, will be returned to his family in Round Mountain. News Channel 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ United Regional Health Care System unveiled a new mission and vision to focus on innovation, wellness and trusted care today. CEO Cory Edmondson said the update is meant to unify staff and reassure patients as the hospital works toward top national rankings. News Channel 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Mavericks boys basketball team pulled off an upset win against the 15th-ranked Class 4A Brock Eagles, 55-51, in a game held in Wichita Falls. 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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TXOLAN Sweetheart Spectacular & Bluebonnet Stakes Alpaca Show
8 a.m.–5 p.m. — J S Bridwell Agricultural Center — Free entry — Celebrate 27 years of excellence with trained alpacas showcasing their skills and enjoy lively community activities.
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