Good Day
Wichita Falls
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today marks 47 years since the deadly 1979 tornado hit Wichita Falls—killing 42 residents and leaving 5,000 families homeless—and a state historical marker approved in August 2025 will be placed in Rotary Park to honor the event. Times Record News
- ➤ Jeff and Serena Briscoe operate Rawroots Farm TX in Burkburnett, offering canned vegetables, salsas, and eggs from their local family farm. Their farm-fresh products appear at the Wichita Falls Farmers Market — a spot where residents can enjoy a taste of local agriculture. Times Record News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Midwestern State University held its first Maroon and Gold Giving Day on Wednesday, Apr. 8, where students, alumni, friends, faculty and staff donated to scholarships, athletics and programs (the 1,922-minute celebration honored the campus founding in 1922) in Wichita Falls. Times Record News
- ➤ MSU Texas mass communication students won 29 awards at a TIPA competition in Denton. They placed second among 32 schools and earned first place for special edition design of their student newspaper. News Channel 6
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Storm chances are expected tonight with heavy rain and gusty winds in Wichita Falls, rising through Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Rain totals may reach 0.5-2 inches as storms continue into early next week. News Channel 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Midwestern State University celebrated cyclist Emma Kasza-James on Wednesday after she won the national championship race at the Valley of Tears event in Turkey (TX) on March 6-7. She will compete next at the Leadville Race Series event, supported by her coach and teammates. News Channel 6
- ➤ The Wichita Falls NetBurners have announced that they will play a showcase game on Saturday, April 25 at 6 p.m. at Kings & Queens Sports Academy in Little Elm where they will face the Frisco Blaze; adult tickets cost $7 and kids get in free. News Channel 6
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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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