Good morning, Wichita Falls.

Local organizers are hosting a free document shredding event — designed to help residents guard personal information from identity theft.

The service offers secure document disposal to support community safety.

Google is considering building a data center on 2,500 acres in Archer County near Wichita Falls; the company plans to use air cooling and cover 100% of power + infrastructure costs if built, though the project remains unconfirmed due to market factors.

Today at the Wichita County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy, judge James Hughes (who explained roles from handling evictions to serving as coroner) and officials showed how court and investigation work come together.

Participants wrapped up the session and prepared for next week’s firing range class.

TxDOT is launching its Work Zone Awareness campaign Monday, Apr.

20 at the District Office to urge drivers to slow down in work zones. The move follows 2025 data showing over 28,000 crashes and 203 deaths, including eight in the Wichita Falls District.

From today until Wednesday, April 22, Our Blood Institute will automatically enter successful blood donors to win one of six prize packages including premium playoff tickets, a hotel stay plus a gas card.

Donating blood takes about an hour and helps save up to three lives.

Emily's Legacy Rescue introduced Cannoli, a 1-year-old female tabby who is ideal for a quiet family; pet lovers can meet her today at PetCo from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Oliver, the Pet of the Week at Wichita Falls Animal Services, is an adult orange and white tabby with a sweet temperament.

He is already neutered and available for adoption with a $40 fee.