Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
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🏘️ Community
An elderly sweet dog named Bella from Wichita County Humane Society visited a local studio and captured the hearts of everyone there.
Bella is a mixed-breed about 10 to 12 years old and is best suited for a calm home—she will spend her golden years as a lap dog.
Wichita Falls Animal Services seeks canned food donations to help shelter animals in poor health.
Donations in canned puppy food, adult dog food, kitten food and cat food may be dropped off at 1207 Hatton Road Monday through Friday (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and Saturday (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).
🚨 Crime
On Friday, March 28, Sheppard Air Force Base and Sheppard Elementary School were locked down after a report of possible gunfire near the school (the call came at 9:40 a.m.); 57 police units swept the area (no evidence of an active shooter or injuries were found) and operations resumed at 11:15 a.m.
A Wichita Falls business owner pleaded guilty on March 28 to child sex crimes and will serve six months in county jail before 10 years of community supervision begins (the court ordered he work remotely and register as a sex offender).
Local law enforcement responded to a possible active shooter incident near Sheppard Air Force Base after receiving alerts about suspicious activity and gunshot sounds — security teams swept the area including the base and nearby regional airport and no injuries have been reported yet.
🎭 Culture
Downtown Wichita Falls hosted its first Art Battle at The Lab where 12 painters had 20 minutes to complete their work, and Natalia Hernandez-Pagan won as champion.
She will later face artists from across the country and world—an opportunity set to boost the local art scene.
🏛️ Government
The Wichita County Commissioner's Court held an open house on March 28th for the refurbished 30th District Courtroom at the courthouse—officials led the commissioning after flood damage and renovations.
🎉 Wichita Falls Events
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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.
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.
Open House Tour
1-3 p.m. — 1645 Ardath Ave — Free entry — Explore a charming three-bedroom home with stunning features and modern amenities.
Southwest Open Chili Championship
Chili cookoff, Salsa and Bean events added to raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wichita Falls. Free to judge and must be 18 or older. Judge Salsa at 10:45am, Beans at 11:45am and Chili at 12:45, 1:30 or 2:10. 2400 Northwest Frwy, WF
Disney's Frozen Jr.
3-7 p.m. — Wichita Theater Performing Art Centre — Cheap tickets available — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen Jr. live on stage in Wichita Falls.
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