Good morning, Wichita Falls.

On July 16, the Wichita Falls Area Food Bank set a new record by redeeming more farmers market vouchers in one day than in the past two months, benefiting local WIC recipients.

WIC recipients can visit the WIC office on Tuesday, August 5 (8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for vouchers and fresh produce while Senior Farmers call to join a waitlist.

TSCRA (Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association) launched a website (screwwormtx.org) today to share resources for fighting the New World Screwworm by offering details on sterile insect technique and upcoming educational events to help cattle ranchers stay informed.

On July 28 at 4:35 p.m., Wichita Falls officers stopped a blue Chevrolet Camaro for a license tag mismatch and, after detecting a marijuana odor, searched the car and discovered 118.67 grams of cocaine—leading to the arrest of Ivory Joe Henderson, a man with previous drug arrests, with his bond set at $50,000.

El Norteño Restaurante in Wichita Falls reported a break-in on Monday, July 28 when cash registers, tool sets, meats, cords + boxes connected to its security systems were stolen and it urged anyone with useful information to contact the authorities.

The Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture is accepting nominations for the 2025 ACE Awards to honor local artists, organizations, educators, volunteers, and businesses—nominations must be submitted online by Friday, August 29 with finalists to be announced in September and winners celebrated on Thursday, October 23 at the MPEC.

Third Future Schools took over Hirschi Middle School because of failing test scores, leading to staffing changes where 11 teachers stayed, 35 were reassigned, and six resigned.

WFISD is preparing to start Hirschi's school year on August 4 while other schools open on August 14.

Atmos Energy donated backpacks to area schools yesterday — including Bellevue ISD, Chillicothe ISD, Electra ISD, Petrolia ISD, Quanah ISD and Seymour ISD — as part of its Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities Initiative ahead of Back to School season.

The YMCA of Wichita Falls will soon start its before and after school programs for the 2025-2026 school year to offer transportation, tutoring and healthy habit lessons at City View Elementary, John Tower Elementary and Booker T.

Washington Elementary — optional swim lessons and esports activities are offered— as vehicles drop off children by 7:20 a.m.—parents can register online for details—.

Sikes Senter merchant Amy Walker began an online and paper petition drive to let voters decide if the mall should be renovated rather than demolished for a new football stadium and retail center—most merchants support her move to protect their jobs.

Residents will have a chance to speak at a public hearing on Aug. 14 at 2:30 p.m. in Room 10 of the Multi-Purpose Events Center.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Brantley Gilbert Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Kay Yeager Coliseum — Tickets from $61 — Enjoy a night of country music with Brantley Gilbert live in Wichita Falls.