Good morning, Wichita Falls.

Eric M. Skipper, a longtime employee at Lipscomb Powersports, was arrested on April 29, 2024 for embezzling $331,983.20—police said a forensic audit uncovered manipulated sales records and misused cash funds, and he is now held in Wichita County Jail on a $250,000 bond.

Kim Delevett, a former Vietnamese refugee, is organizing a reunion at the Florida refugee camp where she arrived after the fall of Saigon (50 years later) as she reconnects with those who helped her escape, including a Wichita Falls Air Force veteran and an aircraft maintainer, to thank them for giving her a new start.

Midwestern State University is working to reopen Centennial Hall after a roof drain failure caused flooding on April 30; students are being contacted about alternate meeting locations for their health science classes (the facility remains under repair).

Standing water from flooding has closed several roads in Wichita and Baylor counties — including State Highway 240 and FM Road 1790 — and officials warn drivers not to travel on any road with water.

TxDOT and the Department of Public Safety advise motorists to check weather and road conditions as storms and drainage continue.

The City of Wichita Falls said the Wichita River will crest at just over 20 feet today—about two feet above flood stage—and that some streets, including East Scott Avenue near MLK and Harding Street, Spudder Park and parts of Tanglewood, may flood with possible road closures.

The Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District advised residents to get a tetanus shot if an open wound is exposed to floodwaters and to throw away food that may have been contaminated by flood waters—officials also recommended keeping pets and children away from floodwaters and offered hepatitis A vaccines at 1700 Third St.

Disney's Frozen Jr. Performance

1-5 p.m. — Wichita Theater Performing Art Centre — Affordable tickets available — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen Jr. live on stage.

District Finals - Original Team Roping Association

8 AM – 5 PM — J S Bridwell Agricultural Center — Check event site for entry fees — Witness top team roping talent compete for buckles and awards at the District Finals.

Oma's Kitchen

10 a.m. - 10 p.m. — Faith Village — Free entry — Celebrate culinary delights with your local community in a festively welcoming atmosphere.