Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of August.
Good morning, Wichita Falls.
Family-owned Firehawk Smokehouse opened yesterday at 3209 Call Field Road, offering brisket, ribs and unique specialties like Texas Twinkies and Hellapenos on a busy corridor.
The restaurant is open Thursday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
MSU Texas received 10 MOVE software licenses donated by PE Limited to boost geosciences teaching and research on campus.
The donation, valued at $2.76 million, will provide students and faculty with access to advanced geological modeling tools (according to the university).
Junior League of Wichita Falls is hosting its fourth annual blood drive as part of Find the Good Day on Sept.
17 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its headquarters on 2302 Midwestern Parkway — the event features food from American National Bank’s Pit Crew and bonus donations from Donable® Cares to support local hospitals.
Peanut, a 4-year-old calico cat from Emily’s Legacy Rescue, is Pet of the Week at Petco today from noon to 4 p.m. The shelter says she is shy at first but later becomes a cozy couch buddy & a loving companion for the right adopter.
The Hotter’N Hell Hundred Consumer Show is underway today at MPEC (Multi-Purpose Events Center), hosting over 50 vendors and thousands of cycling fans who can pick up last-minute gear before the race.
Additional attractions include food trucks and a Caribbean-themed setup for post-race relaxation.
High school football kicked off in Texoma as local teams such as Wichita Falls Legacy and Wichita Falls Memorial played, and crews will follow final scores this evening.
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