Good morning, Wichita Falls.

Three local nonprofits presented plans at the Impact 100 Wichita Falls 'Meet the Finalists' event to compete for a $54,000 grant.

Votes will be cast at the Big Give event on Aug. 27 and proposals include accessible playground upgrades, expanded literacy programs, and long-term support for recovery housing.

The Clay County Animal Shelter, an independently owned no-kill facility since 2000, cares for 40 cats and 39 dogs including Pickles, a friendly 9-year-old dog for families with older kids (volunteers and community donations keep the shelter running).

This weekend in Wichita Falls, a health reception with a free Zumba class starts Friday at 2 p.m. at the Public Health District — 'The Prince of Egypt, The Musical' is staged at Wichita Theatre Friday and Saturday, and a script-reading club meets at Backdoor Theatre Sunday at 2 p.m.

AAA Texas reported on Jul.

30 that Texas gas prices averaged $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded—six cents lower than a week ago and 86 cents higher than last year, while Middle East tensions have kept oil prices below $100 a barrel.