Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
Good morning, Wichita Falls.
🏘️ Community
Rev. Rodney Miller, a Hurricane Katrina refugee, reflected on the disaster's 20th anniversary and his experiences in Wichita Falls since relocating—his comments detailed how the event changed his life and impacted the local community.
🚨 Crime
A Wichita Falls accountant is accused of stealing $200000 from her employer between September 2022 and August 2023 and using the funds to gamble at a casino in Devol, Oklahoma+ she confessed to spending some money on medical expenses, moved to California, and is now held on a $150000 bond while authorities investigate a theft scheme involving forged checks, PayPal and Square charges, and ATM withdrawals.
🏛️ Government
Wichita Falls city offices will be closed for Labor Day (Monday) as trash collection is rescheduled with Monday pickup moving to Tuesday, Tuesday moving to Wednesday, no curbside organics recycling pickup on Wednesday, and both the Transfer Station and landfill remaining closed (Monday).
🎉 Wichita Falls Events
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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.
Wichita Falls Navy Week
All day — Wichita Falls, TX — Free entry — Celebrate the Navy's presence in Wichita Falls with community events and activities.
Fall Market: Retail & Lifestyle Trade Show
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Free admission — Explore over 100 vendors showcasing unique products, from fashion to home décor and more.
🏠 Wichita Falls Real Estate
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