Wichita Falls Local News – Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

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Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Wayland Baptist University will implement major administrative changes effective July 1 — Dr. Jerry Faught II will move to become Dean in San Antonio, and Dr. Jeffrey Tillman and Dr. Christy Reed will take on new Wichita Falls roles as retiring leaders step aside. News Channel 6

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Participants in the final week of the Behind the Badge series took a ride-along with deputies on patrol as a graduation requirement from the Wichita County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy. The exercise included routine stops for traffic and hazard removal (such as managing a tire blowout) to highlight community service. News Channel 6
➤ Today, the Wichita Falls Fire Department (WFFD) is investigating a hazardous material incident on the 4500 block of Allendale Road and advises residents to stay indoors with windows and doors closed; police confirmed the situation is under control. News Channel 6

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