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Looks like one of the biggest steak chains in America is opening a Wichita Falls location in 2027. Let's see where the current steak places stack up in Wichita Falls.

Looks like several restaurants in Wichita Falls were stolen from over the weekend, but not from a safe. From those precious grease traps in their parking lots.

For those returning for the fall semester at Midwestern State University, a new mural is up in the Bridwell Activities Center that was done by a local artist.

Snow’s BBQ in Lexington has earned a reputation as one of Texas’ best barbecue destinations, despite being open only one day a week.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, and more.

With the Wichita Falls waterfall not operating currently. Maybe it's time for a 2026 update to the iconic 'Put The Falls, Back in Wichita Falls' song?

Blue Bell is celebrating National Ice Cream Month with its new Chocolate Lava Cake Ice Cream, featuring cake pieces, fudge swirl, and sundae sauce.

Both Legacy and Memorial High School in Wichita Falls have been awarded in an annual magazine competition.

A Pasadena resident won $1 million playing the Texas Lottery's Premier Play scratch ticket game. Five more top prizes are still waiting to be claimed.

Another day in Wichita Falls with a high of over 100 degrees. Looks like someone at the National Weather Service is looking ahead for when we can expect cooler temperatures.

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.

Blue Bell wants to celebrate the Texans that have supported them for over 100 years by hooking them up with free ice cream across the state. Including right here in Wichita Falls.

The CDC says Texas is among the states seeing cases of Cyclosporiasis, a parasite that can cause severe diarrhea and other stomach problems.

Like salt in a wound, just a friendly reminder that today is dedicated to Luka Doncic in Dallas.

Wichita Falls police are currently investigating a fight that broke out at Castaway Cove Water Park this week and the park will be starting a new policy for parents as well.

A Texas Powerball ticket worth $1 million remains unclaimed. The winning ticket was sold in Austin, and the winner has until August 1 to claim it.

The new Miami Dolphins draft pick is back home this week and will celebrating The Fourth of July in downtown Wichita Falls.

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward after 10 bronze headstone vases were stolen from a Wichita Falls cemetery. Here's how you can help.

A new law has officially gone into effect that means massive changes for food trucks operating across the state of Texas.

Looking for your next meal? Check out the 20 Wichita Falls area restaurants earning the most love from Yelp reviewers in June 2026.

We're just about a month away from the massive backpack giveaway in Wichita Falls, so mark your calendars.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, assault of a public servant, theft of material, and more.

The Hotter'N Hell Hundred will be trying something new in 2026 and if you want to complete the set, you have to ride the next six years.

Obviously this year is a big Fourth of July for America 250, but some of these cities will definitely surprise you.

Looking for a budget-friendly summer getaway? These two Texas destinations are just a short drive from Wichita Falls and won't break the bank.

A new survey found that Indiana Avenue in Wichita Falls is the historic Texas main street residents most want to see revived.

Curious what Texans are searching for behind closed doors? A new study sheds light on the state's most popular kink.

For those that love to spend time outdoors. These are the places you need to put on your Texas bucket list.

The Texas Lottery confirmed a Del Rio resident won $1 million in the Queen of Spades game. See how many top prizes remain.

Back in May, a man exposed himself while shopping at a Dollar General and he has been identified as a 38-year-old from Wichita Falls.

These shocking DFW flood videos serve as a powerful reminder to never drive through flooded roadways.

It was exactly two months ago today that we reported that Urban Air was closing their Wichita Falls location. Looks like the trampoline park has new life.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of possession of a controlled substance, evading arrest, aggravated robbery, and more.