There’s some good news for high school seniors: some colleges are waiving admission fees for this week. Midwestern State University said the fees are dropped through the Apply Texas website and are for all undergraduate and transfer applications. Click here for more information.… MORE
The 4-133rd Field Artillery soldiers of the National Guard are back in Wichita Falls on Thursday after deployment. Their families were overjoyed to welcome them home. Read more about their return home here.… MORE
Five Texoma high school football games have been canceled due to COVID-19. Graham vs Hirschi- canceled Henrietta at Eastland- canceled Knox City vs Bryson- canceled Munday vs Petrolia – canceled Crowell at Newcastle – canceled Petrolia has scheduled a new game at Roscoe on Oct. 1. Graham has also scheduled a new home game against…… MORE
Gayle Sayers, Chicago Bears legendary running back, has died at 77 after a battle with dementia. Pro Football Hall of Fame president David Baker released a statement Wednesday. “All those who love the game of football mourn the loss of one of the greatest to ever play this game with the passing of Chicago Bears…… MORE
WFISD has released more information on the bond election coming up in November. An animated “walkthrough” of the proposed schools has been released by WFISD. The two schools will have identical floor plans with personalized colors, materials and finishes throughout each campus. Click here for more detailed information about the proposed high schools.… MORE
Munday CISD has closed their campuses for 14 days after two students tested positive for COVID-19 this week. Read the complete story here.… MORE
Elton John announced a new collection of his music will be released that includes 148 songs from 1965-2019. “Elton: Jewel Box” will be available November 13 and will feature rare tracks and deep cuts from his partnership with songwriter Bernie Taupin. More details on the new boxed set can be found here.… MORE
Governor Greg Abbott provided an update on Texas’ continued response to COVID-19 on Thursday, September 17th at 12:00 PM at the State Capitol. Gyms and exercise facilities, manufacturers, museums, libraries, office-based employers, restaurants and retailers can now open to 75% capacity starting on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020. Read more about the reopenings here.… MORE
Wichita Falls ISD has released a statement mourning the death of a long-time Rider High School staff member. Find the story here. … MORE
United Supermarket on Jacksboro Highway is offering drive-thru flu shots. Through October 28, a tent will be set up in the parking lot on Tuesdays and Thursdays and pharmacy employees will be giving the shots but here are some guidelines to qualify. Click here for more information. … MORE
