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Wichita Falls
Friday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Bryan McKee, a Henrietta firefighter injured while battling an arson blaze in Petrolia on June 16, is in United Regional Hospital and appears to be stabilizing today—fire officials thanked the community and asked for continued prayers. News Channel 6
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Falls police arrested 20-year-old Matison Johnathan Preville, Jr. on Thursday, June 19—his bond is set at $1 million—after discovering the body of a missing woman in her 20s in a Cashion field; she had not shown up for work on Tuesday, June 17 and was last seen with him. Texoma's Homepage
- ➤ On Wednesday, ICE and sheriff’s deputies arrested 15 non-Hispanic individuals illegally in the U.S. around Wichita Falls—10 at locations including apartments and possible restaurants and 5 during traffic stops related to a trafficking inquiry, with all detainees transferred to Dallas. Texoma's Homepage
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jacksboro, Bryson and Perrin-Whitt school districts will partner with the Jack County Sheriff’s Office to place full-time school resource officers at every campus next school year + months of planning helped secure cost-sharing approval. Each school will set daily protocols + the sheriff will manage any arrests if necessary. News Channel 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ District 5 City Councilor Tom Taylor is hosting a Town Hall meeting on June 30 at Wichita Falls Regional Airport to gather residents’ concerns and future expectations. Mayor Tim Short and City Manager Jeff Jenkins will attend the meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (free parking is available in the main lot). Texoma's Homepage
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Fourth in the Falls Freedom Fest
5-10:30 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Free entry — Celebrate America's birthday with food, music, and a stunning fireworks display.
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Summer Camp 2025: Improv Olympics
9 AM to Noon — Wichita Theater Performing Art Centre — $275 ($250 Early Bird) — Dive into a week of laughter and creativity with fast-paced improv challenges.
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Texas Ranch Roundup
9 AM – 12 PM — Kay Yeager Coliseum — Various costs apply — Celebrate 44 years of ranching tradition with activities for the whole family.
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2025 Texas Ranch Roundup
7-8:30 p.m. — Kay Yeager Coliseum — Tickets required — Celebrate 44 years of tradition with cattle competitions and a roundup atmosphere.
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