Saturday, February 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jordy Brent Onstead-Donley of Wichita Falls has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including deadly discharge of a firearm and stalking, following a plea bargain. Times Record News
- ➤ In Wichita Falls, Jillian Elizabeth Dunahoo received probation through a plea deal for fentanyl possession, while Cameron Scott Schlegel was sentenced to 20 years in prison for his involvement in the trafficking operation. Times Record News
- ➤ In Wichita Falls, a man with an extensive arrest record since the 1980s was sentenced to prison for sexual crimes against a 16-year-old runaway. Texoma's Homepage
- ➤ Freddie Lee Brown was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges including assault and possession of a controlled substance following his break-in at Scotland Park Elementary School. Times Record News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Foundation Automotive Group is in the process of selling its Wichita Falls dealerships, with a Metroplex-based buyer likely to take over. Times Record News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WFISD students engage in a mental health practicum to raise awareness and educate peers on preventing teen dating violence, highlighting widespread misconception and lack of school resources on the subject. News Channel 6
- ➤ The WFISD Board of Trustees is set to decide on hiring a new head football coach for Legacy High School during a meeting that will also address school improvement plans, budget adjustments, and curriculum purchases. News Channel 6
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Falls, Texas, is the third-best city for retirees in the state, attributed to its low housing costs and affordability. Times Record News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Nexus Pokémon League Gathering
This event offers a chance for Pokémon fans to gather and engage in trading card games and video games while competing for prizes in a community atmosphere.
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Original Team Roping Association: District 12 Regular Season
The Original Team Roping Association hosts the District 12 Regular Season event, featuring competitive team roping on March 1 at the J.S. Bridwell Agricultural Center in Wichita Falls, TX.
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