Good morning, Wichita Falls.

The Wichita Falls Area Food Bank will host an emergency mobile pantry on Saturday, October 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Sheppard Bus Stop north of the Main Gate on 4031 Burkburnett Road to help federal employees, military personnel, and others affected by the government shutdown.

City officials said a private contractor will conduct permitted controlled burns on land behind Rosemont Cemetery along Southwest Parkway between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. over the next several weeks—firefighters will monitor the burns and residents should call 911 if they see any fire outside the designated area.

Today, the Wichita Falls City Council approved $12,000 to help add lights at the Wee-Chi-Tah BMX course at Stream and Valleys.

Officials say the $24,000 project will let races shift to cooler evening hours—helping racers, fans, and local businesses.

The city approved $12,000 for improvements to the Wee-Chi-Tah BMX trail—officials plan to upgrade the facility to better serve local riders and will release more details soon.

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.

ZZ Top Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Kay Yeager Coliseum — Tickets available — Rock out with one of the few original line-up bands of the blues rock genre.

Peppermint Land Holiday Expo

10 AM – 6 PM — MPEC — Free entry — Celebrate the season with shopping, whimsical characters, and festive fun for all ages.