Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.
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🏘️ Community
The 8th Annual Dynamite Chili Fest, featuring delicious chili, music, and a silent auction, will be held on February 1 to benefit the Wichita County Sheriff’s Citizens’ Alumni Association projects.
🚧 Accidents
A Wichita Falls home sustained over $21,000 in damages from a fire, with no injuries reported.
An elderly driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after their vehicle crashed onto train tracks in Wichita Falls on January 22, 2025.
🚨 Crime
A 34-year-old man is in custody for assaulting a 77-year-old woman while she viewed the presidential inauguration, causing injuries that required emergency treatment.
Former Legacy High School Cheer Coach Jordan Ingram faces theft charges for allegedly misappropriating about $10,000 from a cheer fundraiser, with over $6,000 confirmed deposited into her personal bank account.
📰 Economy
Vitro Architectural Glass in Wichita Falls announces a $67.6 million expansion to enable production of patterned solar glass domestically, creating 290 new jobs.
🎓 Education
Wichita Falls ISD plans to sell Kirby Middle School and Sam Houston Elementary and changes its bus service provider to GoldStar Transit, expecting a $175,000 savings over five years.
🎉 Wichita Falls Events
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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.
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.
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.
Arts Alive Home and Garden Festival 2025
The Arts Alive! Home & Garden Festival features a vibrant marketplace showcasing local businesses, non-profits, and artists, offering unique products and inspiration for home and garden enthusiasts.
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