Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Wichita Falls.
Residents could order egg packages—25 eggs for $25, 40 eggs for $35, 60 eggs for $55, or 100 eggs for $90—before business closed on Tuesday, April 15, and the Egg My Yard fundraiser will take place Saturday evening, April 19 when local yards are egged with Easter eggs filled with candy and toys to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wichita County.
A popular Wichita Falls beef jerky shop closed permanently as its website went offline—its phone recording confirmed the shop no longer operates.
The business, which opened in 2010, was known for its award-winning Kickin’ T Bone jerky—leaving local fans without a favorite treat.
Texoma lake levels dropped slightly this week — Lake Arrowhead decreased to 67.8% while Lake Kickapoo held at 67.6%, reducing their combined level by 0.1% to 67.8%.
Water restrictions remain in effect under Stage One Drought Watch because a City Council resolution is required to lift them.
Wichita Falls City Council on Tuesday annexed 33 acres on Randy Drive for light industrial use—this move may allow construction of two 125,000 square-foot data center warehouses and a gas power plant on land deeded from the Chamber of Commerce to KBD WF LLC on January 30.
Councilors also adopted the 'Heart of the Falls' revitalization plan for older central neighborhoods and approved spending for a vacuum truck, a new airport parking gate system, summer day camp standards, and two GMC pickups.
Olney Hamilton Hospital broke ground on its new healthcare facility—an effort that will modernize services and expand care for patients.
Hospital officials said the project will soon add updated treatment areas to better serve the community.
Our Blood Institute is launching two blood donation promotions starting April 17 that reward donors with prizes—donors from April 17 to April 18 receive a free tree seedling and those donating from April 19 to April 21 get a $15 grocery coupon along with a cowboy-themed T-shirt.
Anyone healthy and 16 or older can donate blood, and the process takes about one hour to help save up to three lives.
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.
Disney's Frozen Jr. Performance
1-5 p.m. — Wichita Theater Performing Art Centre — Affordable tickets available — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen Jr. live on stage.
District Finals - Original Team Roping Association
8 AM – 5 PM — J S Bridwell Agricultural Center — Check event site for entry fees — Witness top team roping talent compete for buckles and awards at the District Finals.
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