Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Wichita Falls.
💼 Business
Plans are underway for a new $3M, 24/7 travel center called Bengal Pantego Plaza off I-44 that will feature restaurants + store + truck repair + laundry.
The project is expected to serve travelers soon.
A new travel center, Bengal Pantego Plaza, is planned on Bacon Switch Road at a 20-acre site once home to a fireworks stand.
The 8,000 sqft, $3M facility will house two restaurants, a convenience store, truck repair shop and laundry facility — construction starts July 24 and wraps May 10.
🌲 Environment
Today, a wounded golden eagle found near Silverton was brought by a Texas Wildlife Game Warden to the Wild West Wildlife Rehabilitation Center for treatment with fluids, antibiotics, and nutritional support.
The four-year-old bird shows no broken bones and is already becoming more active as further tests are underway.
🏛️ Government
Yesterday, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice held a groundbreaking ceremony at the James V.
Allred Unit in Iowa Park for a new chapel (with space for about 500 men). Wichita Falls Mayor Tim Short and other officials attended the event.
🏥 Health
Our Blood Institute partners with JWill to host a blood drive on Friday, July 10 at 3315 9th Street.
Donors aged 16 and up may earn prizes (a limited-edition T-shirt, a theme park ticket, and an exclusive Q&A with JWill) while helping save lives.
🎉 Wichita Falls Events
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Bingo Loco: Name that Song!
7-10 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Ticket info available — Experience an interactive bingo party with live DJs, dance-offs, and exciting prizes.
Wichita Falls Auto Show
10 AM – 5 PM — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Free admission — Explore the latest models and brands at Wichita Falls' biggest auto showcase.
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