Good morning, Wichita Falls.

The Salvation Army’s cooling station (at 403 Seventh St.) is open today to help residents beat triple-digit heat by offering air conditioning, cold water, food and entertainment.

It will remain open until temperatures drop below 100 degrees (volunteers are welcomed to donate or help).

A community bike ride will start 4 p.m. Aug.

23 at Church Street and Taft Boulevard outside Midwestern State University, led by Mayor Tim Short and MSU President Dr. Stacia Haynie. Then, MSU’s Cycling team hosts a criterium race with food trucks ahead of the Hotter’N Hell Hundred Aug. 27-30.

Wichita Falls ISD is taking over the crossing guard program after the city council approved the change and will hire up to 12 part-time guards to improve safety at busy crosswalks before students return; interested applicants should contact WFISD Crossing Guard Coordinator (John Strenski at 940-235-1007) for details.

The Wichita County 4-H Club will host kickoff meetings for youth and families on Monday, Aug.

17 at 6:00 pm in Burkburnett and Monday, Aug. 24 at 6:00 pm in Iowa Park. Attendees will learn about enrollment, leadership projects, and community service programs (also covering robotics, livestock, and public speaking).

Our Blood Institute named Amanda Hess as its new Chief Progress Officer; she brings over two decades of experience in blood banking and will lead donor recruitment + community outreach to support volunteer services and lifesaving efforts.

Hospice of Wichita Falls announced it received a 2026 Grief Reach Grant and will host the Growing Through Grief symposium on Saturday, Aug.

22 at the Dillard Family Meeting Room at 4909 Johnson Road. The free event will run from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and aims to help professionals learn ways to support grieving children.

City Animal Services is featuring two male kittens, Hero (gray and outgoing) and Firefly (a curious snuggle bug), for adoption.

Locals can visit at 1207 Hatton Rd to learn how to safely introduce these pets into their homes.

Emily’s Legacy Rescue is presenting two 8‑week‑old kittens, Jazz (calico and calm) and Leonia (gray and playful), available for adoption at Petco today from noon to 4 p.m.

Victoria Pratt of Forward Wichita Falls said the buyer for University Town Center, formerly Sikes Senter, may be chosen by the end of 2026; final contract negotiations will occur in Q3 and Q4 as the WFEDC, which owns the property, has engaged Cypress Equities and Effectus Group to assist.

Midwestern State football aimed to rebuild after an eighth-place preseason ranking.

Head coach Rich Renner brought veteran players Paul Ledet and Charles McKnight (from McKinney) to Lone Star Conference Media Day to highlight leadership and set the tone for a promising season.

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.