Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Wichita Falls.
Photos from Harold Jones Park show a mysterious mound hiding a time capsule buried during the American Bicentennial in 1976.
Local records indicate the relic was interred near downtown Wichita Falls & officials have not offered clues on what lies beneath.
The Wichita Falls A&M Club announced a new location for Aggie Muster on Tuesday, Apr.
21 at Wichita Falls Knights of Columbus Hall (2250 Turtle Creek Rd); doors open at 5 p.m., a steak dinner is served at 6 p.m., with admission at $35 per person and $40 per family.
United Regional’s Garden Club announced the adoption of the porches at Patsy's House and will refresh porch planters seasonally over the next year.
A recognition and photo event will be held Friday, April 17 at 1:00 p.m. at the Children’s Advocacy Center located at 1411 10th Street.
Graduate Ciden Mesler, an Iowa Park High School alum studying animal science at Texas A&M University, was elected as the campus ambassador for the Collegiate Farm Bureau on Apr.
15, 2026. He will lead recruitment and social activities at the university.
The Texas Workforce Commission is accepting applications for its Workforce Diploma Pilot Program to help adult learners earn a high school diploma and industry credentials.
Qualified organizations (with two years dropout reengagement experience) must submit by May 5.
Sheppard Elementary School now features a renovated playground that gives students a safe outdoor play area; the facility opened today (highlighting a step forward for school recreation).
Vernon College announced that Morgan Casteel and Josh Cortez earned gold medals in Cosmetology and Barbering at the SkillsUSA Texas Championships (spanning both Wichita Falls and Vernon campuses) and will represent Texas at the national competition.
Data from Realtor.com shows Wichita County median home sale prices increased 3.6% in January from December, rising from $191,356 to $198,305, and up 6.4% from January last year.
Single-family home prices climbed 4.7% while no homes sold for $1 million or more.
WFPD motorcycle officers brought home the gold after competing in a local riding contest that tested their skills.
The event showcased their precision and ability to handle challenging maneuvers.
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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