Good morning, Wichita Falls.

A family in Wichita County was displaced on Friday, March 14 when strong winds blew a house’s metal roof onto FM 368 just before 12:30 p.m.—a county sheriff’s deputy was nearly struck while WCSO and Iowa Park Police responded with no injuries reported.

Mason Johnson, an 11-year-old from Wichita Falls, visited the Today Show in New York City during his spring break trip and was invited backstage to take photos with anchors such as Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin; he learned photography tips from a Today Show photographer (Nate) that made the visit unforgettable.

Steve Hilton, a professor at Midwestern State University, was named president-elect of the National Council on the Education for the Ceramic Arts board — his term runs from 2025 — 2029.

On Tuesday, March 18th, the Wichita Falls City Council will vote on a deal that gives Winco up to $1.284 million in tax increment financing to build South Wenonah Avenue for a new supermarket, with city staff estimating the effort saves taxpayers between $800,000 and $1 million.

Councilors will also review plans to allocate opioid settlement funds and approve a development agreement for a new turn lane at the meeting in the MPEC Seminar Room — 1000 Fifth St.

In February the median listing price in Wichita County dropped to $199,950 from January’s $203,500, a 1.7% decline.

Homes are listed at 1,623 square feet at $124 per square foot and 166 new homes appeared—a 6.7% decrease from February last year.

Former UFC and MMA fighter Bubba McDaniel is coming out of retirement to fight in a bare knuckle boxing match set for the beginning of summer — he said the fight in Wichita Falls will test his limits and bring back the thrill of competition.

Stand Up for a Cause

6-10 p.m. — The Forum (Arts Council WF) — Support local kids in foster care — Enjoy a night of laughs, food, drink, and art.

Wichita Falls Largest Garage Sale

7 a.m.-2 p.m. — Parker Square Shopping Center — $5 admission — Discover unique antiques and collectibles at this massive garage sale event.

Tarzan Auditions

2-11:59 p.m. — Wichita Theater Performing Art Centre — Free entry — Showcase your talent in the exciting auditions for Tarzan, open to performers aged 14 and up.