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Wichita Falls
Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fajita Pete’s will open for business Monday in Crossroads Center at 2708 Southwest Parkway in Wichita Falls—an eatery specializing in fajitas and Tex-Mex dishes that offers takeout, delivery and limited indoor seating via an app. Local owners Cody and Katelyn Miller said the Houston-based franchise will serve customers from 11 a.m.—8 p.m. Monday through Saturday while remaining closed on Sundays. Times Record News
- ➤ The city of Wichita Falls approved an agreement with the 7 Brew coffee chain to build a new turn lane and traffic signal at Kemp and Piedmont that will ease traffic near a soon-to-open store. The franchise will hire 50 to 60 employees at this location and add over 100 new jobs between its two locations (with construction expected to finish around the end of May or early June). News Channel 6
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA Texas reported that the statewide average for regular fuel is $2.76 per gallon today, which is 10 cents higher than last week (41 cents lower than a year ago) as refineries begin switching to summer-blend gasoline that costs more to produce. News Channel 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 3 on March 19, which bans retail sale of THC products and sets up fees and penalties for hemp-derived cannabinoids—action that state Sen. Charles Perry, who represents parts of Texoma including Wichita County, praised alongside Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. The bill may affect thousands of stores as the Texas House considers a separate proposal for stricter hemp oversight. Texoma's Homepage
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District received a $10,000 grant from the CDC to purchase new traps and a microscope—equipment needed for fighting mosquitoes—and will add staff to protect locals from West Nile virus, Saint Louis encephalitis and dengue virus, according to vector coordinator Andrew Skinner. News Channel 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NCAA March Madness Tournament began today and 16 games were played as teams including Creighton, Purdue, and St. John’s secured wins. Sports Director Ernest Strawther highlighted St. John’s performance—an outcome that sets the stage for upcoming matchups. News Channel 6
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Open House Tour
1-3 p.m. — 1645 Ardath Ave — Free entry — Explore a charming three-bedroom home with stunning features and modern amenities.
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