Good Day
Wichita Falls
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dear Heart, a Christian retailer in Wichita Falls, will open a second location at 2209 Southwest Parkway in May while founder Nichole Kirk (named Texas Small Business Person of the Year) leads the expansion. Times Record News
- ➤ Dear Heart founder and president Nichole Kirk is honored with the Texas Small Business Person of the Year Award as she explains her company's mission in a new video. The award recognizes her leadership and impact in our local business community. Times Record News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU Texas’ Beyer greenhouse is showcasing native plants and teaching regenerative farming techniques today as students explore permaculture practices. Longtime grounds supervisor Jason Cooper—marking 22 years of service—ensures daily care of the species and enriches campus knowledge. News Channel 6
- ➤ Midwestern State University opened a new Student Success Center and Military Education Center on Wednesday, April 29, using local donations to transform the second floor of Bridwell Activities Center into a hub that supports students and active-duty Sheppard Air Force Base members in advancing their careers. Times Record News
- ➤ WFISD held its Teacher of the Year Banquet on Tuesday, Apr. 28 at Venue 79 to honor educators for the 2025-2026 school year. LaChandra Hooper (Sheppard Elementary) won elementary teacher of the year and Nicki Norman (Rider Middle) was named secondary teacher of the year. Times Record News
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