WICHITA FALLS, TX A cosmetology salon with 26 stations isn't something you normally find at a high school. Neither are an industrial certified welding shop, nor a fully scaled commercial kitchen, but the $28 million Career Education Center opened this year by the Wichita Falls Independent School District is clearly not your ordinary high school.
Experience Drives Education At Wichita Falls School With Help From Chauvet Professional
Hooters coming to Wichita Falls?
On Wednesday, Mark Whittle, Chief Development Officer of Hooters of America released the following statement, "We'd love to introduce Hooters world-famous chicken wings served up with Hooters Girl hospitality to the people of Wichita Falls. Hooters is actively accelerating the growth of new restaurants and is currently working on securing a site to bring Hooters into the Wichita Falls, Texas market."
Neighbors Emergency Center in Wichita Falls has closed
The emergency center opened its doors in Wichita Falls in May of 2016. It appears this location permanently closed early Tuesday morning.
Candidates in final preps before election day
Election day in Texas is Tuesday, November 7, and four candidates for the Wichita Falls City Councilor-at-Large position, are in the final push to get the vote from the people. All four candidates said they are ready for the election and if elected they all hope to make Wichita Falls better.
Affordable housing in WF having positive and negative affects
Wichita Falls is the sixth most affordable place to live in the United States according to the Center for Region Economic Competitiveness. It's a tool the Chamber of Commerce uses to recruit businesses and workers to the Falls.
Tracking Record Heat
Now that its November, of course we're talking about breaking a record high temperature. We tied the record high of 87 yesterday.
WFPD: Teen punches EMT in the face
A 17-year-old from Wichita Falls is behind bars after an alleged attack on an EMT early Tuesday morning. Around 3:39 a.m. police were called out to the 1700 block of Kemp in reference to an occupied vehicle check.
Second suspect arrested in recent string of robberies
Around 8:15 a.m. Wednesday officers with the Wichita Falls Police Department went to a home in the 2100 block of Avenue H in reference to a suspect with a warrant for Aggravated Robbery. When police arrived they found the 16-year-old man and took him into custody.
Make sure your home is holiday ready
Winter is upon us and it is time to make sure your home is ready for the cold weather and more. As you make plans to host family and friends for the holidays you want to use these tips from the Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District.
ETX man shocked 5 times by deputies released from ICU, booked into jail
ETX man shocked 5 times by deputies released from ICU, booked in - KSWO, Lawton, OK- Wichita Falls, TX: News, Weather, Sports. ABC, 24/7, Telemundo - DeAndre Foster, 33, was shocked by a taser five times during an incident with Smith County Sheriff's deputies.
WFPD expected to use facial recognition software
New facial recognition technology is expected to be on the way to the Wichita Falls Police Department in the very near future. It's becoming more popular with police departments across the country.
Back to Fall Weather, Temporarily
In the wake of an overnight cold front, today will feel much more fall like compared to yesterday. This afternoon will be sunny with light north winds and highs near 70 degrees.
Wichita Co. Health District addressing obesity in the county
The Wichita Falls-Wichita County Health District has noticed an obesity problem in the county and is doing something about it. If a $250,000 grant is passed, the money will go towards a program created to create a healthier county.
Hospice of Wichita Falls shows more than patient care
Laura Hoff said everyone from the doctors to the administration staff was there with anything her mother and family needed and while her mother's journey at the hospice was only for a little while she was glad to be surrounded by so much support. "We were together every weekend," said Hoff.
Military members honored at Veteran's Day Parade
Saturday morning, downtown Wichita Falls was filled with cars, flags, schools, and the First Alert 6 weather team for the Wichita Falls Veteran's Day parade. "It's our freedom," said U.S. Army Veteran, Ray Sluder.
The Latest: ATF sends agents to Texas church after shooting
The Latest: Trump says he's monitoring situation in Texas - KSWO, Lawton, OK- Wichita Falls, TX: News, Weather, Sports. ABC, 24/7, Telemundo - President Donald Trump has tweeted from Japan that he is monitoring the situation in Texas following a mass shooting at a church.
More than 5,000 expected at 21st annual Artist Studio Tour next weekend
"Formed Leaf." Necklace , created by artist Lyn Stoll. Art lovers and Christmas shoppers alike look forward to the annual fall event Take in the Local Color! Lubbock's Artist Studio Tour.
Cold Front puts record breaking temps on the line
The record was officially broken yesterday at 2:19 p.m. Wichita Falls hit a high of 90 degrees. The record was 88 degrees set back in 1987.