Good Day
Wichita Falls
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. News Channel 6
- ➤ 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. News Channel 6
- ➤ 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. News Channel 6
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Times Record News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. News Channel 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. News Channel 6
- ➤ 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. News Channel 6
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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.
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The Gritty Grinder
2:30-7 p.m. — Lake Wichita Park — Registration fee applies — A fun-filled team fundraising event for everyone to enjoy.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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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