Monday marks the first day that fireworks can be legally sold ahead of the Fourth of July. While it can be easy to find a stand to buy from, it can be difficult to figure out where you can go to legally fire them off. Find details here on where you can safely set off…… MORE
The Archer City Police Department reports they were called last week about a boy who was riding his bicycle and got his foot stuck between the pedal and the bicycle frame. Realizing they didn’t have proper equipment, officers called the Archer City Volunteer Fire Department. Read the rest of the story here.… MORE
Downtown Wichita Falls Development (DWFD) is making big moves this summer in hopes of attracting more people to downtown. Leaders of the non-profit announced Monday afternoon during a press conference that the organization will be moving to the historic Jolesch-Thomas Shoe Co. Read more about DWFD’s new facility here.… MORE
Dr. Tylor Chaplin, Superintendent of Burkburnett ISD, has been selected as the Region 9 nominee for 2019 Superintendent of the Year. Sponsored by the Texas Association of School Boards, the award has recognized educators for excellence in leadership since 1984. Congratulations to Dr. Chaplin! Read more information about his award here.… MORE
Dr. Tylor Chaplin, Superintendent of Burkburnett ISD, has been selected as the Region 9 nominee for 2019 Superintendent of the Year. Sponsored by the Texas Association of School Boards, the award has recognized educators for excellence in leadership since 1984. Congratulations to Dr. Chaplin! Read more information about his award here.… MORE
Presbyterian Manor’s special message campaign for local veterans is underway in Wichita Falls. “Operation: Thank a Veteran” is an opportunity to show your appreciation and let those who served know how much their service is appreciated. For more details on how to get involved, click here. … MORE
A new app just launched in Texas that allows lottery players to purchase lottery tickets right from their phones. Jackpocket is an app lottery players can download and purchase tickets from various Texas lotteries, Powerball and Mega Millions. Players can place orders and a scanned image of their lottery ticket will be sent to them.…… MORE
Governor Greg Abbott posted a video on Twitter Monday referencing Senate Bill 1232, ‘Have you ever ordered food or groceries from a retailer to be delivered to your home, and also wish that you could order beer or wine to be delivered to your home?” The Governor then proceeded to sign the law that would…… MORE
Granger Smith announced Thursday that his young son, River Kelly Smith, died in a drowning accident at home. It’s a heartbreaking tragedy and all of us at 949 The Outlaw send our thoughts and prayers to Smith and his family during this time. Read more about River Kelly Smith’s death here. … MORE
An end and a beginning all in one on the east side of Wichita Falls Tuesday. After decades of serving the community, the YMCA East Branch changed hands. It was a seamless transition, rich in the making. “We took this decision very seriously,” said YMCA Executive Director Brandon Brown. “It’s not anything we decided overnight.…… MORE
