Good Day
Wichita Falls
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Longtime community pillar Willie Jewel Shaw celebrated her 100th birthday on April 7; friends and family gathered while Councilor Mike Battaglino (representing Mayor Tim Short) presented her a city proclamation honoring her community contributions. News Channel 6
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A T-38 Talon trainer from the 80th Flying Training Wing experienced a landing incident at Sheppard Air Force Base on Apr. 7 — the pilot reported no injuries and investigators are reviewing the event. Times Record News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Blue Cross-Blue Shield of Texas will shift its Wichita Falls employees to working from home as it consolidates its local building on Southwest Parkway. The insurer said the change aims to boost productivity as it meets evolving health care industry challenges. Times Record News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wichita Falls Museum of Art will host 'Sketch a Pet' on Saturday, April 11 at 2 p.m. at 2 Eureka Circle, partnering with rescue groups so visitors can sketch adoptable dogs and enjoy gallery tours (weather permitting); supplies are provided and children under 14 must be accompanied. News Channel 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four summer camps for kids run. River Bend Nature Center camps run June 1-July 31; Camp Fire North Texas sessions occur at Harrell Park in June; WFISD offers a free Pirate Art Camp June 15-18; and a Sculpture camp is set June 22-25 at the Kemp Center for the Arts. Times Record News
- ➤ The MSU Texas Model UN team earned the Outstanding Delegation Award at a national collegiate Model United Nations conference last week, marking their fourth win (they represented Greece) with delegates from all six colleges. News Channel 6
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FallsCon 2026
2-11 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Pre-registration available — Celebrate gaming, anime, and pop culture with contests and special guests.
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Open Mic Night with Clint Vines
8:30 p.m. — The Iron Horse Pub — No cover charge — Showcase your talent in a vibrant and supportive musical environment.
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Show
7-10 p.m. — Kay Yeager Coliseum — Ticket info available — Experience high-energy performances and stories from the renowned Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
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