Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The East Project Networking Committee will hold its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Saturday, featuring city officials, local organizations, and Rev. Angus Thompson as the grand marshal to honor his activism and contributions. Times Record News
- ➤ The Wichita Falls ISD Foundation will support education through a charity golf tournament, offering grants and scholarships for teachers and students. Texoma's Homepage
- ➤ Smith's Gardentown in Wichita Falls is offering classes to help the community prepare for the upcoming gardening season, covering a variety of plants including orchids, succulents, tomatoes, and native Texas plants. Texoma's Homepage
- ➤ Wichita Falls Animal Services advises pet owners to take precautions during coyote mating season to protect their pets from increased aggression. Texoma's Homepage
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A mail carrier is expected to recover after being ejected from her vehicle during a collision caused by a driver blinded by the sun in Wichita Falls. Texoma's Homepage
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kyandrae Chretien, accused of trafficking and sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl from Wichita Falls, is held without bail in Wichita County Jail. Times Record News
- ➤ A Wichita County Jail food worker is charged with a felony for allegedly allowing inmates to use her nicotine vape. Times Record News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A chimney expert advises on the importance of annual chimney inspections to prevent risks and ensure safe use during winter. Texoma's Homepage
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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