Good morning, Wichita Falls.

The Wetter N’Hell Hundred Rubber Duck Race fundraiser is underway in Wichita Falls — proceeds benefit thirty nonprofits including American Legion and Zavala.

The Wichita Falls Southwest Rotary Club will distribute funds and cash prizes at Castaway Cove on September 6.

GasBuddy reported that Texas gasoline prices increased by 6.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.73 today — the prices are 1.7 cents lower than a month ago and 24.1 cents lower than a year ago, with station prices ranging from $2.19 to $4.09 per gallon.

The Texas Labor Market reported that 8,700 jobs were added in July, bringing the state's total to 14,333,800 nonfarm positions with a 1.6 percent growth—exceeding the national rate by 0.6 percentage points.

TWC Commissioner Joe Esparza said a wide range of industries contributed to the growth.

The Texas Tech University System Board of Regents adopted new rules that set up faculty senates at five universities if they meet Texas Education Code 51.3522 by Sept.

1 — these guidelines limit membership, designate appointed and elected positions, and keep the senate advisory to the university president.

Wichita Falls City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025-26 budget Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. in the Seminar Room of the Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall; the $252.7 million plan calls for a lower property tax rate, increased water and sewer rates, a revised camping ordinance to address homelessness, and steps to form a Homeless Advisory Committee.

Hospice of Wichita Falls will host the Building Bridges program to offer local residents access to needed support services—further details will be shared soon.

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.

Retro South Video Game Expo 2025

12 PM – 8 PM — MPEC — Admission varies — Dive into a weekend of gaming nostalgia and pop culture excitement.

Wichita Falls Navy Week

All day — Wichita Falls, TX — Free entry — Celebrate the Navy's presence in Wichita Falls with community events and activities.