Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
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🏘️ Community
The River Bend Nature Center will host 'Sip N’ Science: Wild Romance,' an adults-only event exploring animal courtship, on Feb.
28, 2025, with tickets available for both members and non-members.
The Salvation Army in Wichita Falls is offering shelter to all individuals seeking refuge from dangerously cold weather, ensuring warmth and safety.
Wichita Falls faces an increase in house fires started by vagrants in vacant buildings, prompting a unified response from fire officials, law enforcement, and the community.
🚧 Accidents
Firefighters in Wichita Falls combated an early morning fire in a century-old apartment, evacuating all inside safely with no injuries reported amid below-zero temperatures.
Bystanders rescued a driver from a burning car in Wichita Falls, ensuring the driver received medical treatment for burns without life-threatening injuries.
🚨 Crime
A man from Burkburnett was arrested for causing significant damage to an AirEvac helicopter and faces charges including criminal mischief and attempted aggravated assault.
🏛️ Government
Wichita Falls announces retirements of key city staff members including Fire Chief Donald Hughes, Assistant Parks Director Terry Points, and Utility Collections Coordinator Garry Capron.
Wichita Falls citizens voted with a 74% majority in favor of proposals benefiting the fire department.
🎉 Wichita Falls Events
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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.
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.
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.
25th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Downtown Street Festival
The St. Patrick’s Day Downtown Street Festival in Wichita Falls celebrates its 25th anniversary with live music, family-friendly activities, local food vendors, and a festive atmosphere.
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