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Sales Tax Holiday In Texas Is Upon Us

Sales Tax Holiday In Texas Is Upon Us

The sales tax holiday in the Lone Star State is scheduled for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, August 10 through 12. Shoppers can save money on most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced below from $100 without having to pay sales tax. Get more details on Tax-Free Weekend and find a list of approved items…MORE

WFFD Prepares To Help Fight California Wildfires

WFFD Prepares To Help Fight California Wildfires

Wichita Falls Fire Department is sending one Emergency Vehicle Technician and eight fire fighters to northern California to help battle what is being deemed as the largest wildfire in the state’s history. The flames have not only destroyed thousands of acres of land but at least 1000 structures. This will be the first time Wichita Falls firefighters…MORE

State Farm Donates To PETS Clinic

State Farm Donates To PETS Clinic

A local golf tournament turned into a donation to a great cause. In July, State Farm Sales Leader Jason Matzke sponsored a small golf tournament for local State Farm Agents. Click here for more details about their generous donation to help area pets.  MORE

WFFD Firefighters To Head To Northern California Wednesday

Members of the Wichita Falls Fire Department are expected to fly out to California on Wednesday to help fight the deadly fires in northern California. WFFD Chief Jon Reese confirmed eight firefighters along with a Fleet Services Emergency Vehicle Technician will be part of a 97-person team. More details on the WFFD’s participation in fighting…MORE

Retailer Hosting Job Fair Wednesday

Retailer Hosting Job Fair Wednesday

If you are looking for a career in retail, a career event is being held on Wednesday. Representatives with Dollar General’s human resources and store operations teams will be in Wichita Falls to discuss career opportunities with applicants. Get more information here.MORE

Workforce Solutions Moves To Big Blue

Big Blue in downtown Wichita Falls announced they will be opening the doors to Work Force Solutions North Texas. This year the state agency will be moving all its resources from across the city into one centralized downtown location. Read more about the relocation here.MORE

Student Athletes Can Take Advantage Of Free Sports Physical Clinic

Student Athletes Can Take Advantage Of Free Sports Physical Clinic

Pediatric Associates is offering a free sports physical clinic this Friday. The free clinic is scheduled from 3-6pm at 4420 Kimbell Drive. It is open to children participating in youth sports leagues, and students in middle school and high school that need a sports physical. Find more details here.MORE

Supper Program Coming To WFISD

This upcoming school year Wichita Falls ISD students will not only get two but three hot meals a day. This comes after the school district decided to expand their feeding program to ensure every kid has something to eat after school. “Kids have after-school activities,” said Caroline Gellner, a mother of three. “Whether it’s sports,…MORE

Workforce Solutions Hosting Hiring Fair

Workforce Solutions Hosting Hiring Fair

If you’re looking for a job, listen up. A hiring fair will take place tomorrow for labor and maintenance workers. Those interested can visit Workforce Solutions of North Texas on Jacksboro Highway. Click here for more information.MORE

Burkburnett ISD Switches To Community-Based Accountability System

Burkburnett ISD Switches To Community-Based Accountability System

Burkburnett ISD will begin using a new guideline system to monitor its students progress, it is called Community-Based Accountability System. The district joined 62 other Texas school districts. “From a parents perspective, I think it’s fabulous as well because I like the idea of the educators being able to focus on my child, not the…MORE

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