Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The 6th annual Project Texoma's Soups and Socks event seeks donations for 200 backpacks to aid the homeless, continuing a legacy of community support.
The Boys and Girls Club Alumni and Friends Association donated $15,000 each to Wichita County Meals on Wheels and the Wichita Falls Area Food Bank to support their missions of alleviating food insecurity.
The Hive Community Coffee Co., previously known as 'Hobo Coffee Co.', is shutting down due to family hardships, with its final day on December 21.
Wichita Christian School students donated toys to Operation Santa Claus to support underprivileged children during the Christmas season of 2024.
The 'Fill the Forty' event on December 14 in Wichita Falls collects donations of personal and hygiene products for forty needy teenagers to brighten their Christmas.
The Wichita County Sheriff's Office distributed gifts as part of the annual Angel Tree Program to various centers, supported by contributions from county employees.
📰 Economy
Delta Hotels by Marriott Wichita Falls Convention Center has been named the 2024 Local Employer of Excellence by Workforce Solutions North Texas for its active participation in providing job opportunities and training in the community.
🎓 Education
WFISD plans to shut down McNiel Middle School after the 2024-2025 school year, revitalize buildings, and redraw attendance zones to enhance middle school education and manage overcrowding.
🏛️ Government
Wichita Falls City Council to decide on $1 million for firefighters' fund, $3.053 million for Lake Ringgold application, and other expenditures in their final 2024 meeting.
📰 Lifestyle
Several restaurants in Wichita Falls, including IHOP, Applebee's, and Denny's, will remain open on Christmas Day, offering alternatives for holiday dining.
🎉 Wichita Falls Events
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A Dolly Parton Tribute Dinner Party
This event features a four-course dinner inspired by Dolly Parton's Southern roots, accompanied by a curated playlist and festive decor.
City Lights Parade: A Hometown Christmas Celebration
The City Lights Parade in Downtown Wichita Falls features a nostalgic theme, holiday festivities, and a festive procession of sparkling floats and lights.
The Most Wonderful Christmas Pop Up at Pelican's
This holiday event features festive cocktails, delicious food from Streats Food Truck, Christmas music, and themed photo opportunities.
2024 Texas National Stock Show
The Texas National Stock Show features scholarships, cash prizes, and family-friendly activities, along with livestock exhibitions over three days in Wichita Falls, Texas.
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