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It's been very dry and very hot in Wichita Falls throughout August and according to a recent survey, it costs a lot to cool down your Wichita Falls home. However, we're not the worst.

Another college football season is about to kickoff, but which of our fine universities across The Lone Star State has the most obnoxious fans.

With the extremely dry weather in Wichita Falls, we all know how quickly a fire can spread. You can help out the brave men and women around town this week with a local donation drive.

As we close out another month in Wichita Falls. Let's see where people think the best food was in Wichita Falls.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of manufacture/delivery of a controlled substance, theft of property, obstruction or retaliation, and more.

Earlier this week, the world lost the legendary Dolly Parton. For those in Wichita Falls old enough to remember, she actually played here back in the 1950's.

Pizza Hut has brought back their iconic 'Book It' program and teachers are being asked to enroll their classrooms starting next week.

Next week is a heartwarming day in Wichita Falls, Texoma Gives. Over 150 non-profits will be asking for donations and here is how you can help.

The annual “fall back” is coming, but there's more to the November time change than simply resetting the clocks.

The Oklahoma City VA healthcare system announced they're expanding services with new clinics and upgrades. Wichita Falls local clinic is a part of this update.

Who do you think has the highest alcohol sales in Wichita Falls? Let's see who made the most money last month.

Texas dove season is going statewide on September 1st for the first time ever, and the numbers heading into this season are hard to ignore.

Five new individuals are currently wanted in the Wichita Falls area and here's everything you need to know.

The big ride in Wichita Falls is coming up next weekend, but the Hotter'N Hell Hundred has several events for kids to take part in. The best part is, they're all free!

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.

Last night during a MLS game, Shane Gillis and Matthew McConaughey were put on the national broadcast. Looks like Shane might have forgotten about his Bud Light sponsorship.

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.