Good morning, Wichita Falls.

A mobile food pantry is serving Wichita Falls residents and nearby communities by providing essential food items and fresh produce.

The Wichita Falls YMCA will offer swim lessons for children of all ages starting in July to teach water safety and basic swimming skills with classes held twice a week (940) 761-1000 for more details.

Spots fill up fast so interested parents are encouraged to register soon.

Residents in Texoma can enjoy free Fourth of July celebrations in Wichita Falls, Henrietta, Burkburnett, Waurika and Seymour.

In Wichita Falls, the 4th in the Falls Freedom Fest at MPEC Festival Park will start at 5 p.m. with a Battle of the Bands and finish with fireworks at 9:45 p.m.—other towns will host free events featuring live music, food and community fun—ensuring a festive holiday across the region.

At Iowa Park Lake, the annual Brian and Vici Tarr Lifejacket Drive provided free life jackets to promote safety after a drowning tragedy—started eight years ago.

Aaron Schaffer, carrying on his mother's legacy, said 50 jackets were taken over Memorial Weekend and more will be available by the Fourth of July weekend.

A Wichita Falls man is facing a capital murder charge after he allegedly deceived his ex-girlfriend into riding with him and then shot her, with police saying her body was found in a field near Cashion on June 19 and his bond was raised from $1 million to $3 million—further court proceedings are pending.

The Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture is accepting nominations for the ACE Awards 2025 to honor local groups and individuals who improve the arts in our community.

Nominations are open until August 22—finalists will be named in September before the awards ceremony on October 23 at the MPEC.

United Regional and Wichita County Public Health District will host a diabetes information session today from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the All Hands Cultural Community Center at 302 Tulsa Street—attendees can ask questions and get free blood sugar and blood pressure screenings.

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.

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.

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.

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.