Wichita Falls Local News – Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

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Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ AAA Texas estimates that 3.7 million Texans will travel at least 50 miles from home for Memorial Day weekend from May 21 through May 25 — 3.2 million are expected to drive for their road trips. News Channel 6

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ On Monday, May 11 at 610 Holliday St., the Wichita Falls Police Department held its annual Police Officers Memorial Ceremony, where officials and community members paid tribute to the fallen officers who served with honor. Times Record News
➤ The Wichita Falls Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing today at 2 p.m. (at the Multi-Purpose Events Center, 1000 Fifth St.) to consider an ordinance amendment that may allow temporary worker housing for upcoming data center construction while easing local housing pressure. Times Record News

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