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Every year, a panel of celebrity judges get the taste the best from the many State Fair of Texas concessionaires and determine the winners in four categories.

A hot topic in Texas politics right now is data centers and it looks like a public debate is scheduled with local city leaders and also state representatives this Sunday in Wichita Falls.

Millions of Texans buy a hunting or fishing license every year, and that money does a lot more than most people realize.

Following a barrage of complaints during the 2025 State Fair of Texas, prices have been lowered for the 2026 season.

Over the weekend two teenage boys were tragically killed in an ATV accident in Archer County. A benefit will be taking place next week to help the families dealing with this horrific loss.

Buc-ee's is lovin' the courtroom. It's latest trademark infringement lawsuit isn't scaring anyone in a small Ohio town.

She's chosen one of the biggest breweries in Texas and her new beer started shipping this week.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of engaging in organized criminal activity, possession of a controlled substance, and fraudulent possession of identifying information.

The Texas Lottery has announced another $1 million Instant Millions winner after a lucky Fort Worth player hit the jackpot.

Well for those interested, it's International Swingers Day and the Lone Star State is in one of the top places for the swingers lifestyle.

Back in the day, someone thought a rocking chair marathon would be a perfect event in Wichita Falls for a celebration. That person should have been fired.

Check your Texas Lottery tickets. A winning Lotto Texas ticket worth an estimated $26.75 million was sold in Angleton.

You might notice a new installation in Wichita Falls in front of the Vitro facility. This is what is known as a 'ghost bike' and many may not know the story behind why these go up.

Wichita Falls Police are asking for help identifying a suspect accused of passing counterfeit bills twice at the same local retailer. Cash reward available.

Before he helped Ohio State secure a National Championship in football. He was throwing touchdown passes in Wichita Falls. Looks like J.T. Barrett will be immortalized forever in the Ohio State Hall of Fame.

Cheapism named a legendary Lockhart barbecue joint the best cheap BBQ in Texas, and this longtime Texas BBQ fan says the pick is hard to argue with.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of burglary of a habitation, criminal mischief, possession of a controlled substance, and more.

The Dallas Cowboys are currently training in Oxnard, California, but today we're going to look back at when the team was right here in Wichita Falls.

If your vacation budget is tight, this Texas city offers one of the cheapest summer getaways anywhere in the United States.

No counting calories while attending The State Fair of Texas and if you're looking for the most unique eats in 2026. Here is what they will have to offer in Dallas this year.

The Texas Tax-Free Weekend returns Aug. 7-9 with savings on many back-to-school essentials priced under $100.

We got word that today is the opening day for our favorite Halloween store in Wichita Falls and it looks like in the next few hours Spirit is back.

A $200,000 Texas Two-Step jackpot remains unclaimed. The winning ticket expires September 5, so Texas Lottery players should check their numbers now.

One of Wichita Falls' most recognizable homes has hit the market. Tour the historic White House-inspired mansion listed for $2.75 million.

Experts say gradually adjusting bedtime before school starts can help children wake up more easily when classes begin.

Data centers are popping up all over Texas and it looks the Governor has paused any new construction until new audits have concluded.

Looks like a Wichita Falls soccer star has been selected for a camp with Atlético De Madrid in Spain. The family will be doing a lot around town to help raise funds for the trip and here's how you can help.

DoorDash's latest report shows Texas dominates the list of America's cheapest cheeseburger combos. See which cities made the rankings.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of theft of property, evading arrest, forgery of a financial instrument, and more.

Over the next few weeks, school bells will be ringing all over the state of Texas. Even before the first day, we already have some controversy from one school district over a policy.

Looking for somewhere new to eat? Check out Yelp's Top 20 trending restaurants around Wichita Falls for July 2026.

We're officially less than two months away from The State Fair of Texas opening in Dallas. Good news! They were once again named one of the best in the country.

A Seguin resident won $1 million playing the Texas Lottery's 200X The Cash scratch ticket. Three top prizes are still available.