Good morning, Wichita Falls.

Fishers aged 16 and under are invited to join Fish Fest at Lake Gordon in Iowa Park on October 18 at 9:00 a.m., fishing for stocked adult channel catfish while enjoying a free lunch with hotdogs, chips, cookies and drinks.

Lake Gordon will be closed to other fishing from October 16 to noon on October 18+ parents must sign a waiver at the event.

Wise Hope, a local non-profit, supports domestic abuse survivors during National Domestic Violence Awareness Month by offering a 24/7 hotline, shelter, legal aid and counseling—helping around 320 local clients access vital resources each year.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Wichita Falls is hosting its biannual Secure Your ID Day from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, October 18 to let residents shred up to three boxes of sensitive documents and protect against identity theft.

President Monica Horton said the event provides a simple way to help keep personal information safe.

Today, WinCo Foods celebrated the grand opening of its 24-hour employee-owned store on Kell East Boulevard, providing residents with fresh produce and affordable prices.

Store Manager Trevor Hamm said the new store – built on community values – will offer quality service and stable employment.

After working with former CEO Ron Kitchens for years, Maria Jaimes-Contreras was named interim CEO of the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce last Friday—she is expected to join the search for a permanent CEO as the Chamber soon accepts applications.

The Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra will begin its 77th season on Saturday, October 18 at First Baptist Church with a Hollywood Hits performance featuring tunes from classic movies led by conductor Fouad Fakhouri.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets cost $10 for students and $29 for adults — the show is a temporary move as renovations continue at Memorial Auditorium.

GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 Texas gas stations showed that average gasoline prices dropped 12.0 cents per gallon last week — with the cheapest station priced at $2.18 and the priciest at $5.39 — and prices are now 16.9 cents lower than a month ago and 10.9 cents lower than last year.

County officials created the nonprofit Friends of Lita to fund the county archives' document and photo preservation work—its first project is a book signing on Oct.

17 at the Museum of North Texas History.

KAUZ reported the top 6 plays from Week Seven of the Blitz on 6 in Wichita Falls, noting moments such as Landon Jones avoiding sacks and scoring a touchdown — and Jace Gill outrunning defenders — which showcase six exciting plays from the recent games.

Shine Women's Conference

9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Tickets on sale now! — A powerful day of worship and encouragement for women seeking renewal and purpose.

Zak Mirz Live Magic Show

3:00-4:30 p.m. — Wichita Theater Performing Art Centre — Tickets required — Witness the magic of Zak Mirz, fresh off his AGT success, in an unforgettable performance.

The Gritty Grinder

2:30-7 p.m. — Lake Wichita Park — Registration fee applies — A fun-filled team fundraising event for everyone to enjoy.

Tent Revival in Wichita Falls

11:30 PM – 2:00 AM — 3301 Armory Rd — Free entry — Experience powerful messages and uplifting worship at this community-focused tent revival.

Christmas Magic Market

9 AM – 7 PM — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Ticket details upcoming — Celebrate the holiday spirit with local vendors and support community projects!

Syntrio Salutes Veterans 3K Walk

9-11 a.m. — Wichita Falls — Donation-based — Celebrate and support local veterans while contributing to vital services at Base Camp Lindsey.