A number of country artists shared their sentiments regarding the death of country music legend Kenny Rogers, 81, who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 20. Dolly Parton, Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, Tim McGraw, Oak Ridge Boys, Keith Urban, Charlie Daniels, Darius Rucker, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley and…… MORE
UIL Extends Activity Suspension
The University Interscholastic League has suspended all UIL sanctioned contests because of the dangers of the coronavirus outbreak in Texas. The suspension will now be in effect till May 4th after initially suspending till March 30th. Find more information here. … MORE
City Of Burkburnett Declares State Of Disaster
The city of Burkburnett has declared a state of disaster for a public health emergency in light of COVID-19. The declaration activates the city’s emergency management plan and allows the city to take any actions necessary to suppress the virus. Read more about the disaster declaration here and what it means for residents.… MORE
City Of Wichita Falls Closing Or Limiting Access To Offices
The City of Wichita Falls is closing some departments to the public and limiting access to others. Find out which facilities are closed and which offer limited public access by clicking here.… MORE
Work Services Corporation Headquarters Closed After Employee Tests Positive For COVID-19
Work Services Corporation has closed down its headquarters after one of its employees tested positive for the coronavirus. The health department found that six other employees had worked in close proximity. Those employees are also on home quarantine. More details on the WSC closure can be found here.… MORE
Community Healthcare Center In Need Of Supplies
The Community Healthcare Center is in need of supplies to help patients. Items requested include N95 masks, N99 masks, N100 masks, R95 masks, P95 masks, P99 masks, P100 masks, ear loop masks, goggles, gowns, hand-sanitizer and additional personal protective equipment (PPE). More details about how you can help can be found here.… MORE
WFPD: Beware Scammer Posing As Mayor
The Wichita Falls Police Department says a scammer has been posing as Mayor Stephen Santellana asking targets to purchase gift cards as surprise gifts to staff. WFPD also released a public service announcement from the Federal Bureau of Investigation about the rise in fraud schemes in relation to the outbreak of coronavirus. Read more about…… MORE
WF Area Food Bank Mobile Pantry Continues Deliveries
The Wichita Falls Area Food Bank’s mobile food pantry is working to deliver food to locations where people need it, despite the concern for the Covid-19 coronavirus. Those who are getting food from the pantry are being screened and social distancing is in practice. Officials also told us they need more assistance from the community.…… MORE
Kenny Rogers Dead at 81
Singer, songwriter, actor, photographer, entrepreneur . . . Kenny Rogers, 81, passed away on March 20, according to a statement released by his family: “The Rogers family is sad to announce that Kenny Rogers passed away last night [March 20] at 10:25 pm at the age of 81. Rogers passed away peacefully at home from…… MORE
Little Big Town Announces Rescheduled Dates on “The Nightfall Tour”
Little Big Town revealed the rescheduled dates for The Nightfall Tour, which will resume in August. Originally scheduled dates in March, April and May were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The foursome’s tour will kick back up in Denver on Aug. 8. Tickets purchased for the original tour dates will be honored for the rescheduled…… MORE
