Good morning, Wichita Falls.

The annual Kelly Crush Memorial Scholarship Chili Cook-Off will take place on Saturday, Oct.

17 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at P-2 Drive In in Wichita Falls – a fundraiser honoring the late firefighter by supporting a memorial scholarship.

Texan Sips and Brew (a family-owned coffee shop serving tasty drinks and treats) is featured in a video that shows its inviting menu for Wichita Falls residents.

The video offers a look at the shop’s warm, local charm.

Texan Sips & Brew is a family-owned drive-thru coffee shop at 814 Sheppard Road in Burkburnett that serves lattes, plant-based drinks and sweet treats.

Owned by Marggie Coleman & Brittany Tate since July 2024, it welcomes customers from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. to noon weekends.

WFISD’s Cunningham and Zundy Elementary are working to improve academic performance after low state accountability ratings last year.

Principals presented plans (including instruction changes and enhanced staffing) at a school board meeting to boost support for students and teachers.

Memorial Auditorium is nearly finished with a $19.1 million interior renovation that updated its layout and energy-saving features so departments now share one floor — final touches are being added as officials prepare to welcome visitors for events and performances.

A state district judge overturned a key water rights permit for the Lake Ringgold reservoir project that aimed to secure future water for Wichita Falls.

City officials will discuss next steps at the council meeting on Oct. 20 (the decision adds uncertainty to the project).