Wichita Falls Local News – Thursday, April 23rd, 2026

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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026

Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ The Early Childhood Coalition, with the Child Abuse Prevention Committee, will host the Party for Prevention—a free, family-friendly event recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month—at Sikes Senter Mall on Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with games, free food, kids activities, and an interactive Walk of Knowledge. News Channel 6

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Members of the Lions Club cleaned up Lions Park on Earth Day by collecting trash from the creek and installing a leave one, take one library for children. The effort underscored a strong local commitment to both environmental care and community connection. News Channel 6

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Animal control in Wichita Falls warns that snake season is causing more sightings near homes + experts advise residents to avoid tall grass and call animal control if they spot an unidentified snake. News Channel 6

LIFESTYLE NEWS

➤ Hibiscus Cafe, a family-owned Greek restaurant at 4114 Burkburnett Road — near Sheppard Air Force Base — serves specialties like lemon chicken and gyros today. Established in 1999 by the Panagiotarakos family, the restaurant remains a beloved local fixture. Times Record News
➤ On April 9, Hibiscus Cafe (at 4114 Burkburnett Road, Suite 6 near Sheppard Air Force Base) offered a taste of Greek cuisine with gyro, pastichio, hummus, and other specialties from this family-owned restaurant. Times Record News

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