Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
Good morning, Wichita Falls.
The City of Wichita Falls Animal Services introduced Casper — a 10-month-old pit-mix who is timid but may do well with cats or other dogs.
He is expected to grow to about 45 to 50 lbs — his adoption fee is $40 with a neutering prepayment at 1207 Hatton Road.
AAA Texas urges drivers and pedestrians to take extra care during Halloween by slowing down near neighborhoods and walking together.
The organization recommends using face paint instead of masks — advice meant to help avoid common holiday hazards.
The City of Wichita Falls will host its annual Halloween in the Park event at Lucy Park Pavilion today from 5 to 8 p.m. The free, family-friendly celebration returns after nearly seven years at a new location and offers face painting, games, music and a costume contest starting at 5:45 p.m. with winners receiving Halloween goodie baskets.
Texas gas prices fell last week to $2.58 per gallon from $2.72 per gallon—federal data shows this 19-cent monthly drop makes state prices about 15.6% lower than the national average of $3.06.
Richard is a 6-month-old black and white cat with a playful temperament who was found under a board member’s porch.
Emily’s Legacy Rescue says he is Pet of the Week and will be available for adoption at Petco from noon to 4 today.
The MSU Mustangs announced their Motor Fest event—set for October 26 near Akin Auditorium and Harden Administration Building—and the Formula SAE team got a $5,000 check from Atmos Energy to help design a formula-style race car for a student competition.
High school football teams took part in Week Eight with many schools winning and losing by different scores.
The report showed key games including a 45 to 144 result between Wichita Falls Memorial and Abilene Wylie (with other scores like Holliday 71 and Millsap 72) as teams competed hard.
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.
Hangar Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
9 a.m.–6 p.m. — Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall — Free admission — Explore a festive marketplace with over 200 vendors and a special appearance by Santa.
Gardens of Texas: Growing with Resilience
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Forum (Arts Council WF) — Free entry — Explore Texas's diverse ecoregions and their native plants with Pam Penick at this engaging symposium.
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