Good Day
Wichita Falls
Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eight-year-old Beck Lundgren from Graham sent Lego care packages to children affected by the Texas Hill Country floods and now receives a boost as Fox Network and Lego Masters send him new Lego gear—pens, notebooks, a reusable bag, and a keychain—to help complete his donation boxes. His mother Sarah said the added items will enhance the support already received from donors across the nation and abroad. Texoma's Homepage
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tanner Wayne Gillispie, 30, from Seymour was arrested on July 23 and booked into Wichita County Jail with a $100,000 bond on two manslaughter counts tied to a December 4 crash on U.S. Highway 82 in Baylor County that killed Anthony Rodriguez, 34, and Kimberly Perez, 31—his 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 drove the wrong way and hit a 2017 Toyota Prius. Texoma's Homepage
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, a recent review by Family Destinations Guide named Wichita Falls the eighth most affordable city in Texas due to a cost of living 14% below the national average — Beaumont ranked seventh while Port Arthur came in ninth and El Paso was the most affordable. News Channel 6
- ➤ AAA Texas reported that Wichita Falls gas prices have held steady at $2.72 per gallon — statewide prices climbed one cent and the national average reached $3.16 — as low oil prices keep pump costs affordable. News Channel 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers in Wichita Falls can save on classroom supplies with special deals from Michaels, Target Circle, Staples, Office Depot, Dollar General, and Pencils.com. Offers include a Target Circle membership discount until Aug. 30 and up to 30% off select items at Dollar General until Sept. 6. Times Record News
- ➤ The NWTF&S is offering its final hunter’s education course before dove season at its office on Southwest Parkway — the course runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 26 and requires pre-registration with a printed registration and a $15 fee for hunters born on or after September 2, 1971. Texoma's Homepage
- ➤ Burkburnett ISD said students who qualify for reduced-price meals will now receive free breakfast and lunch thanks to funds from the Texas Department of Agriculture and the US Department of Agriculture—supporting better nutrition so kids can do well at school. Texoma's Homepage
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Falls is looking for a managing partner to run the MPEC event center as the city reviews options with potential firms. The city ended a contract with Spectra Venue Management in 2021 (when the center was losing money) and has not given more details. Texoma's Homepage
SPORTS NEWS
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William Lee Martin: The Funny Life Tour
7:30 p.m. — Wichita Theater Performing Art Centre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with Texas native comedian William Lee Martin as he shares relatable stories about life and parenting.
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2025 Wichita Falls PRCA Rodeo - Friday
7:30-9 p.m. — Kay Yeager Coliseum — Tickets on sale June 2nd — Witness over 400 top cowboys and cowgirls compete in thrilling rodeo events for the whole family.
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Art Battle Competition in Wichita Falls
11 PM – 3 AM — The Lab — Auction proceeds — Experience live art creation and help choose the next champion in this thrilling competition.
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Hotter’N Hell Hundred
7 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — $75/night for RV sites — Experience the largest single day 100 mile bicycle ride with a vibrant community atmosphere and various festivities.
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