Good morning, Wichita Falls.

AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch reports rising gas prices ahead of Labor Day weekend, with regular unleaded now costing $3.69 per gallon and up 92 cents from last year.

Consumers statewide may experience higher prices compared to last week, with El Paso reporting the highest rate at $3.97 per gallon.

Tax panel approved a $375,000 grant for downtown revitalization from the Wichita Falls Sales Tax Corporation to Forward Wichita Falls on Sept.

4, 2026. CEO Moriah Williams said the funds will support plans for a new public gathering space to boost local business and community events.

Emily’s Legacy Rescue has named Buster & Lily as Pets of the Week.

The 7-year-old Dachshund Lily and her 5-year-old son, Buster, are described as joyful and need a family that understands their health risks (and that they tend to be interested in cats).

Falkor, a two-year-old neutered mixed breed, is named Pet of the Week at the local Animal Services center.

Energetic and treat motivated (but less interested in toys), he is available for adoption at 1207 Hatton Road for a $40 fee, making him ideal for an active family.

On Sept. 4, Forward Wichita Falls said it received four offers for the Sikes Senter property; nonprofit CEO Moriah Williams said finalist interviews will occur over the next two weeks and a buyer will be chosen within four to six weeks — developers may include housing with input from MSU.

Peak Fighting Championship 54 will return to Wichita Falls on Sept.

26 at 4:15 p.m. at Kay Yaeger Coliseum — the event features local amateur and pro fighters including former UFC heavyweight Braxton Smith and rising star Khetag Sabeev.

High school football in Texoma continues tonight as teams such as Wichita Falls Legacy face FW Eastern Hills at 7 p.m. with final scores updated after the games conclude.

Netburners held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Kay Yeager Coliseum today where Mayor Tim Short presented a proclamation, marking the team's season kickoff and community commitment as they prepare for their first pre-season game against Dallas Fort Worth Just Hoops at 2:30 p.m.