Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Wichita Falls.
📰 Economy
DataNovaX got approval to convert an old grocery store and call center at 2236 Airport Drive into a 37,000 sqft data center that will use 12 megawatts of electricity and air-cooled systems — reducing water use.
The $100 million project is set to offer a different type of job opportunity on the north side.
🎓 Education
WFISD welcomed students back on Aug.
13 at West Foundation Elementary School. Photos show Officer Jacob Harris high-fiving a student and teachers greeting kids (all part of a lively first day back) as families arrived for drop-off.
WFISD crossing guards and bus drivers ensure safe travel for more than 10,000 students starting school today in Wichita Falls.
Teachers + parents rely on these dedicated pros as kids ride school buses for the first time and adjust to new routines.
🏈 Sports
The Gold-Burg Bears now have head coach Austin Norman as he replaces the previous coach just before preseason practices—he is focusing on building team speed, toughness, and camaraderie.
Senior running back Keelyn Case said morning workouts show the squad is ready to prove its new identity.
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