Wichita County Deputy’s Family Left Homeless After House Fire
The family lost everything in the blaze, which left their home severely damaged.
Man pleads guilty to fatal drunk driving crash
Wichita Falls Museum Restores 1947 Fire Truck
Crime
Wichita Falls Police Officer Arrested After Domestic Dispute
Taylor Blake Shoffit charged with assault, property damage, and resisting arrest

Two killed in early morning house fire near Wichita Lake
Wichita Falls Fire Department confirms fatalities in blaze
Wichita Falls Crime Stoppers Searching for Man Wanted for Dog Attack Charge
23-year-old Kenneth Powell is accused of an attack by a dog and is considered armed and dangerous.
Lifestyle
Wichita Falls Offers Free Tax Prep for Low-Income Families
VITA program provides no-cost tax assistance to those making $67,000 or less per year.

Wichita County Sheriff's Office Hosts Citizens Academy
17 students begin 13-week program to learn about law enforcement operations
Young Author Publishes Books to Aid Early Learning
Joyelle Tunstall's "Read with Joy" series aims to help kids learn to read while featuring diverse characters.
Weather
Warm Weather Ahead as New Month Begins
Temperatures expected to rise throughout the week in Wichita Falls, Texas

Nonprofits Provide Critical Aid During Winter Storm Fern
Wichita Falls food bank and Salvation Army step up to support community members in need
Texoma Schools and Businesses Announce Closures and Delays Due to Freezing Temperatures
Several school districts, colleges, and other organizations in the Texoma region are closing or delaying operations on Friday, January 30, 2026 due to the continued cold weather.