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Wichita Falls
Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Falls Faith Mission was named the grand prize winner by Texoma in 2025+ the award honors its community service+. News Channel 6
- ➤ Meals on Wheels of Wichita County will join Texoma Gives tomorrow — seeking $20,000 for its weekend meal program to ensure seniors receive hot meals during the three-day gap. The nonprofit, which has served the community for 58 years, asks donors and volunteers to help deliver essential meals. News Channel 6
- ➤ The Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation hosted the final Texoma Gives, which began in 2016 and raised nearly $13 million for local nonprofits. The event ends at 7 p.m.—local groups will use the fundraising lessons learned to guide future efforts. News Channel 6
- ➤ The Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers will host Texoma Gives’ annual Armadillo Derby where community leaders—Mayor Tim Short, Police Chief Manuel Borrego, Fire Chief Cody Melton, and Superintendent Dr. Donny Lee—will compete in a virtual race to raise funds by the end of the event, while board president Samantha Forester said organizers hope to hold live races in future years. News Channel 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Whiteside Museum of Natural History is seeking donations to update its fossil lab for research and visitor enjoyment. Museum leaders said funds from Texoma Gives will buy new microscopes and add interactive features while free school field trips continue, and the donation day runs tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. News Channel 6
- ➤ Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will host the traditional Fiestas Patrias event on Saturday, September 13th starting at noon, where families in Wichita Falls will celebrate Mexican independence with music, dancing, food, a talent show, and a contest for queen candidates; program coordinator Maria Ramirez said the event has brought the Hispanic community together for generations. News Channel 6
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ TEA Commissioner Mike Morath visited Wichita Falls ISD on Wednesday to explain the options after low ratings—his review will guide a major decision soon. Times Record News
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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.
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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.
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