Wichita County Judge Woody Gossom announced a county wide shelter-in-place order at a press conference on the footsteps of the Wichita County Courthouse. The press conference took place Sunday, March 29. The Order is similar to the one Wichita Falls enacted last Friday. More details about the county’s shelter-in-place order can be found here.… MORE
Country Stars Remember Joe Diffie, Including Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw & More
A number of country artists shared their sentiments regarding Joe Diffie, who passed away from complications of COVID-19 on March 29. Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Scotty McCreery, Chris Young, Kelsea Ballerini, Carly Pearce, Toby Keith, Brad Paisley and many more shared their love on social media and via statements. Carrie Underwood “Absolutely no…… MORE
John Prine Hospitalized With COVID-19 Symptoms: “His Situation Is Critical”
Singer/songwriter John Prine, 73, has been hospitalized after suffering from COVID-19 symptoms. John’s family released a statement via Instagram on March 29: “After a sudden onset of COVID-19 symptoms, John was hospitalized on Thursday. He was intubated Saturday evening, and continues to receive care, but his situation is critical. This is hard news for us…… MORE
Joe Diffie Dies at 61 After Complications From COVID-19
Two days after confirming he tested positive for COVID-19, Joe Diffie, 61, died on March 29, according to a statement from his PR company: “Grammy-winning country music legend Joe Diffie passed away today, Sunday, March 29, from complications of coronavirus (COVID-19). His family requests their privacy at this time.” Joe topped the charts with “Pickup…… MORE
Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood to Headline Live Concert Event on CBS on April 1
After Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood broke the Internet on March 23 during their at-home concert on Inside Studio G via Facebook Live, the tandem has decided to take their talents to CBS on April 1 for a prime-time TV special, Garth & Trisha Live. During the special, Garth and Trisha will perform live from…… MORE
Grand Ole Opry Member Jan Howard Dies at 91
Longtime Grand Ole Opry member Jan Howard, 91, “passed away peacefully” on March 28 in Gallatin, Tenn., according to a statement from the Opry. Jan scored a number of Top 20 hits in the 1960s, including “Evil on Your Mind,” “Bad Seed,” “Count Your Blessings, Woman” and “My Son,” which served as an ode to…… MORE
Wichita County Confirms 26 Cases Of Covid-19; 3 Cases Confirmed Saturday
The Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health district confirmed three new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday. These cases make 26 total positive cases in the county. More details about the Covid-19 Coronavirus cases can be found here.… MORE
Fort Sill Reports Second Covid-19 Case On Post
Officials from Fort Sill say a basic trainee has tested positive for Covid-19. They reported the positive test on March 28. They say the trainee has been in limited contact with the community on Fort Sill and is currently in isolation. More information about the Ft Sill case can be found here. … MORE
City Of Burkburnett Issues Shelter-In-Place Order
The City of Burkburnett has issued a shelter-in-place order that will go into effect at midnight on Friday. The order will last from 11:59 p.m. on Friday to 1 p.m. on April 8. More information about the shelter-in-place order can be found here.… MORE
8 New Covid-19 Cases Announced In Wichita County
Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Heath district officials have confirmed 8 more positive cases of Covid-19 in Wichita County. That brings the total number of cases to 23. More details about these cases can be found here.… MORE
