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Thursday, August 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Hotter'N Hell Hundred 2025 will offer food vendors at the consumer show, Corona Premier Finish Line Village, and Downtown Wichita Falls Farmers Market. MPEC will host an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner Friday evening and a breakfast buffet Saturday morning — tickets will be available online or at the door.  Times Record News

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Cadasia Daniels launched Dasia Belle Lash Co. in February 2022 and uses her business to empower women and show that Black entrepreneurs in Wichita Falls can thrive—she now mentors others to build a lasting community.  News Channel 6

CRIME NEWS

  • On August 19th, the First Court of Appeals affirmed Corey Allen Trumbull’s trial conviction for the capital murder of 11-year-old Logan Cline—his defense team now has 30 days to file for another review.  News Channel 6

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Hirschi Middle School clarified that students in the lunch line answer a multiplication question and if they answer incorrectly twice they receive extra help without slowing the line; the school stated this to counter social media misinformation. Superintendent Donny Lee did not comment and the school, now managed by Third Future (a turnaround company), awaits feedback from the Texas Education Agency after receiving a D on state ratings.  Times Record News
  • Wichita Falls ISD teachers began the 2025-26 school year with higher salaries as new teachers earned $51,000 annually and staff received a 3% raise plus a 75-cent increase per hour—these changes were approved by the board on Aug 12 and follow Gov. Greg Abbott signing a bill on June 4 to boost school pay.  Times Record News

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/28/25

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  • Retro South Video Game Expo 2025

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

    Sat, 9/6/25

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  • Wichita Falls Navy Week

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

    Mon, 9/15/25

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