Congratulations to the Boys & Girls Club of Wichita Falls! First Bank has donated to help out the club’s members. The bank presented the Boys and Girls Club of Wichita Falls with a check for $30,000 on Tuesday. Read the complete story here.… More
Local News
Wichita Falls Businesses Booming Along Southwest Parkway
In the just the past six months, Starbucks, Chick- Fil-A and HTeaO have opened on southwest parkway, and business owners and the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce think it’s the start of something special. “Whether it’s chain, local, large or small, does not matter if you’re doing construction here. If you’re hiring people, you’re paying…… More
Texas Power Grid CEO Terminated
It’s lights out for ERCOT’s CEO Bill Magness. He was fired Wednesday for his mismanagement of Texas’ power grid during last month’s sub-zero freezing temperatures which left over 4 million Texas residents without power and therefore, unable to heat their homes. Magness has defended his decision to begin rolling blackouts to ease the strain on…… More
Wichita Falls’ Annual Free Compost Giveaway Saturday
Citizens of Wichita Falls who participate in the Choose to Reuse program at the Wichita Falls Organics Facility will be able to pick up a free load of compost this Saturday. Get more information here.… More
University Kiwanis Club Continues Pancake Festival
The same pancake mix and sausage cooked at the University Kiwanis Club pancake festival is being served differently this year. The club’s annual pancake festival was cancelled in January because of the pandemic. “We didn’t know what we were going to do when we cancelled the event quite frankly. We just knew we had to…… More
PPP Federal Aid Program Opens For Small Businesses
Nearly one year into the coronavirus pandemic, help from the federal government for small businesses who are struggling continues to be in high demand. Luckily, starting Wednesday for two weeks, the Paycheck Protection Program will open applications for places that have 20 employees or less. More details about this new, temporary eligibility requirement and how…… More
Avoiding Winter Storm-Related Water Suspensions
The City of Wichita Falls Water Department is helping residents make sure they can keep their water services on. “We actually haven’t cut anybody off for nonpayment since right when this first started, which I think was around Feb. 11, so we’ve actually gone about two and half weeks,” said Azura Kerr, Systems Data Administrator…… More
Federal Aid Available After Last Week’s Extreme Winter Storm
The SBA and FEMA have earmarked funds for those Texas counties under a Federal Disaster Declaration. In Texoma, those counties are Wichita and Montague. Click here to learn more about applying for federal disaster assistance.… More
Music News
Outlaws & Legends!
Willie! Carly Pearce, Kevin Fowler and an awesome Texas Country Line up March 31-April 1 in Abilene at Back Porch of Texas! Win tickets this week with James Cook on the Way Too Early Show on 94.9 Ther OUTLAW!!!… More
Robert Earl Keen Announces Last Tour
Robert Earl keen has made a MAJOR announcement…… More
What The World Needs Now.. Is An Update On Willie!
Willie Nelson will be helping his son Lukas revamp his “Good News Garden Project” to assist with the new album, ‘Turn Off The News (Build A Garden)’. The Nelsons hope this will encourage their fans to share good news, local stories and pics of their garden. They will be choosing their favorites to read in video updates…… More
Texas Country Artists Have Special Message For Fans
It’s a weird time in all our lives right now. Some of our favorite Red Dirt artists put together a video to let us know how they’re holding up during these unprecedented times. … More
South By Southwest Music Festival 2020 Canceled Amid Coronavirus Fears
The Austin mayor is so terrified of Coronavirus he has canceled SXSW. The decision comes on the heels of sponsors backing out of the festival, several music festivals in other countries being canceled and major artists canceling tours and appearances. The annual music festival is in it’s 34th year and was scheduled for March 13-22.…… More
Randy Rogers And Wade Bowen: ‘Hold My Beer, Volume 2’
A few years ago, Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen won fans over with ‘Hold My Beer, Volume 1’. Now, ‘Hold My Beer, Volume 2’ is set for release later this year. Check out the first single here.… More
Willie Nelson To Release 70th Studio Album, ‘First Rose Of Spring’
Country music legend Willie Nelson is set to release his 70th studio album in late April. On this album, Nelson left the songwriting to others including Randy Houser, Billy Joe Shaver, Toby Keith and Chris Stapleton, just to name a few. Read more about the album and pre-order your copy here.… More
Luke Combs, Tyler Childers To Be Featured On Austin City Limits
March 24. That’s the date Tyler Childers will tape his first Austin City Limits appearance while Luke Combs is booked on April 27. Although it’s not as big a deal as being a member of The Grand Ole Opry(Combs has that accomplishment on his resume’), being featured on ACL is certainly a distinct honor. Read…… More
Country News
‘The Voice’ Season 25 Finale To Feature Keith Urban, The Black Keys, Jelly Roll & More
“The Voice” Season 25 finale will feature performances by Keith Urban, The Black Keys and Jelly Roll among other artists. “The Voice” Season 25 Finale airs Monday, May 20, and Tuesday, May 21 on NBC and streams next day on Peacock. Monday’s episode will feature the top five artists performing one last time for America’s…… More
Lainey Wilson Shares ‘Hang Tight Honey’ From Newly Announced Album
Lainey Wilson recently released a new song, “Hang Tight Honey,” from her upcoming album, Whirlwind. Wilson calls “Hang Tight Honey” a tribute to “the hard working men and women that get up every dang day and put in long hours to make a life worth living for the ones they love most.” The song brings…… More
Wynonna Judd Adds Dates To ‘Back To Wy’ Tour
Wynonna Judd has added over a dozen news dates to her Back To Wy Tour. Wynonna will perform the timeless melodies from her acclaimed debut solo albums, Wynonna (1992) and Tell Me Why (1993), in addition to chart-topping hits and beloved classics from The Judds. “The fans have turned the Back To Wy Tour into…… More
The Black Crowes Share Video For ‘Wilted Rose’ Featuring Lainey Wilson
Legendary rockers The Black Crowes recently released a visual for “Wilted Rose,” their collaboration with Grammy-winning country superstar Lainey Wilson. “Wilted Rose” is from the band’s critically acclaimed 10th studio album Happiness Bastards. The visual features footage of Wilson’s surprise guest performance with the band at their memorable, sold-out opening night of the “Happiness Bastards…… More
Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson Among Big Winners At 2024 ACM Awards
Chris Stapleton and Lainey Wilson were among big winners at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards on Thursday night. The Academy’s highest honor, Entertainer of the Year, was awarded to Wilson at the 2024 ACM Awards, held at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. This is Wilson’s first win for ACM…… More
The War And Treaty Release New Song ‘Leads Me Home’
The War And Treaty recently released a new song, called “Leads Me Home.” Showcasing a unique sound that has them dubbed the “King and Queen of Gospel Country,” the husband-and-wife pair turned consummate award-winning duo, lean into their Americana roots and deliver a standout, homegrown track. Last month, Michael Trotter and Tanya Trotter performed at…… More
Morgan Wallen Announces First-Ever European Tour Dates
Country superstar Morgan Wallen has announced his first-ever European tour this fall. As his One Night At A Time 2024 tour continues its trek throughout the United States this summer, the 11-time Billboard Music Awards-winner announced plans to expand into his first-ever European run with an additional six shows this fall. The tour, covering Stockholm,…… More
Ringo Starr Reveals He’s Working On Country Album With T Bone Burnett
Beatles legend Ringo Starr has revealed that he is working on a country album along with T Bone Burnett. “It’s a country one. I’m working on it with someone very special – T. Bone Burnett,” Starr told USA Today. “He’s doing stuff in Nashville and he comes to L.A. and it’s all working out. He…… More
