Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
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📰 Economy
AAA Texas said gas prices hold steady at $3.63 per gallon for regular unleaded as summer travel slows.
The price is 85 cents higher than last year, with crude oil in the low-80s (keeping pump costs high) across the state.
🎓 Education
Legacy High School marching band is rehearsing for its 2026 show as they prepare for the Leopards' football season; a video released by the school shows focused practice on campus.
Wichita Falls ISD reported academic progress since 2023 as D/F campuses dropped from 12 to 4 and A/B campuses doubled from 4 to 8, with every middle and high school rated C or better.
The district shared these details to highlight its academic improvements.
📰 Lifestyle
Texas Pit Crew introduced Sable, a 1-year-old staffy and pit mix born from a litter at a cemetery, as Pet of the Week during a studio segment.
Interested adopters can meet Sable at PetSmart today from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. (adoption fee is $75).
📰 Real Estate
A former elementary school in Wichita Falls may be repurposed into a project for senior housing (apartments) and a community center.
Officials say plans are under review and if approved the historic building will be revitalized to meet housing needs.
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