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11 hours ago
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WFPD investigate Loves Truck Stop parking lot shooting
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Wichita Falls police are investigating a shooting that happened at a Wichita Falls truck stop Friday night. According to officers at the scene, police were called to the Loves Truck Stop, 1124 Central Freeway East, around 10:45 p.m. on May 30, for a gunshot victim. They said the male victim was taken to the United Regional Hospital for treatment. Officers closed the store and taped off the scene to investigate. No other injuries were Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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16 hours ago
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Food Bank needs volunteers after a successful Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Here in Texoma, tens of thousands of meals are on their way to families in need, thanks to this year's Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Over 38,000 pounds of food collected across 12 counties, but the work doesn't stop there. Volunteers are needed to help sort and distribute it all. The donations came from people leaving bags of food at their mailboxes with mail carriers collecting the goods during their routes and taking it to the food pantries in their districts. Now, the focus has shifted to sorting, checking, and distributing all that food. Volunteers are still needed to help process the donations and organizers say every extra pair of hands makes a difference. WFAFB Marketing Director, Zachary Graham says this drive is more than numbers, it's about neighbors helping neighbors. 'School just ended and we have a lot of parents that now are taking care of their children's lunch and breakfast needs that the school used to take care of. So, there's just an extra strain on an already stressful time for a lot of people. And so, it's really important that for this summer we have all the food that we can give', said Graham. In Wichita Falls alone, they received 25,000 pounds, but as impressive as these numbers are, what matters most is the impact once it leaves the food bank. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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16 hours ago
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City of WF remind public of grass and weed violations
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — With all the rain we've received in Wichita Falls over the past couple of months, some lawns are becoming overgrown, which is why city officials are reminding the public of the dangers and consequences of an overgrown yard. Wichita Falls Code Compliance Administrator, Rita Miller said yards must be at a length of nine inches or shorter. Public Information Officer for the city, Chris Horgen, said as of January 1, the city has received 236 complaints due to weeds and yard violations. More than 1,400 new cases have been filed, with 10 citations handed out so far. Miller said having an overgrown yard comes with several health issues. 'It's a health and safety hazard. If you have tall weeds and grass, it could create a rodent issue. Snakes, all kinds of other wildlife that lives in tall grass. And it also, when it's wet, like it's due to rain, it creates a mosquito issue as well. So, keeping it under nine inches. Also, when the grass is dry, it also dries out. And tall grass creates a fire hazard as well,' Miller said. Miller said if you see a yard that is above nine inches and is overgrown, and you would like to make a complaint, you can call the office at 940-761-8841 or click here to file online. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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Local Veteran reacts to incoming changes to medical marijuana legislation
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 46 have been the topics of heated debates through this most recent legislative session. The two bills have the state's medical marijuana industry hanging in the balance, and veterans are one of the groups directly affected. Local veteran Michael Kurtz doesn't use medical marijuana himself. He instead sees it as a Band-Aid solution, but it is important to his comrades. 'While it may produce a temporary fix for PTSD and anxiety, it generally just… it won't heal the issue. It won't fix the problem,' Kurtz said. While the legislature aims to ban the sale and possession of hemp THC products with SB 3, HB 46 is aiming to expand the state's Compassionate Use Program. Kurtz sees it as a correction of previous hasty medical marijuana legislation, and the two bills still might not be the final solution to the state's marijuana situation. 'How do you balance that to where we're regulating enough or we're not regulating enough and now we're regulating too much; we're not regulating enough,' Kurtz said. 'And that's the hard part, I think.' Senator Charles Perry authored the expansion of the Compassionate Use Program. The program allows for the use of medical marijuana but heavily regulates its distribution and THC content. 'It will be the largest cannabis… medical cannabis program regulated in the country, and probably the most well-designed,' Perry said. The expansion isn't without its critics either. Carlos Lopez, a dispensary owner in Wichita Falls, is wary of what might happen if the new and improved Compassionate Use Program isn't up to snuff by the time the ban goes into effect. 'If they can't get the compassionate use right away, like, you know, maybe they might go and put themselves in a risky situation where they're trying to get stuff off the black market, you know,' Lopez said. With both bills still awaiting approval, Kurtz hopes veterans can find a more permanent solution to whatever ails them. 'They need to find a community,' Kurtz said. 'And really, what it boils down to is if you have a community, you have somebody to talk to, somebody to communicate with. And that in general will help with, you know, reducing anxiety and reducing depression and things like that.' As the legislative session draws to a close, veterans' eyes will all be on SB-3 and HB-46 as they await final approval from Governor Abbott. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Wichita Falls to host inaugural Navy Week, September 15-21
May 28—MILLINGTON, Tenn. — The U.S. Navy has announced the inaugural Wichita Falls Navy Week, taking place Sept. 15-21. As part of a nationwide outreach effort, Wichita Falls Navy Week will bring 70-80 Sailors to engage directly with the community through a week-long series of performances, educational events, and service projects. This milestone event marks the first-ever Navy Week in Wichita Falls. Navy Week offers residents a unique opportunity to interact with Sailors and learn more about the Navy's role in national security and global stability. This year's 2025 Navy Week schedule holds special significance as it coincides with the U.S. Navy's 250th birthday — a historic milestone celebrating a quarter-millennium of maritime excellence, national security, and global leadership. "America is a maritime nation! Today, 90% of commerce travels across the oceans that the Navy has protected for 250 years, and we're thrilled to bring your Navy Sailors to Wichita Falls," Cmdr. Julie Holland, Navy Office of Community Outreach director, said in a news release. "Sailors are the reason America's Navy is the most powerful in the world, and Navy Weeks are an opportunity to showcase our 250-year tradition and share with the Wichita Falls community why we continue to be a decisive global power from seabed to cyberspace." Since its inception in 2005, the Navy Week program has visited more than 95 markets across the United States, but this marks the first time Wichita Falls will host the event. The week will feature a dynamic lineup of activities designed to educate, inspire, and strengthen community ties: — Senior Navy Leaders: Meet and hear from senior Navy officials, including those with local ties to Texas, and Wichita Falls Navy Week Senior Executive Rear Admiral Douglas J. Adams, Program Executive Officer, Undersea Warfare Systems. — Namesake Ships: Interact with Sailors serving aboard U.S. Naval vessels and learn about their assignments while deployed at sea and around the world. — U.S. Navy Band Southwest: Enjoy live musical performances and masterclasses led by talented Navy musicians. — Naval History and Heritage Command: Explore the rich connection between Texas and the Navy through interactive presentations and educational programs. — USS Constitution: Witness demonstrations featuring the Navy's oldest commissioned ship and its enduring legacy. — U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command: Engage in STEM-focused sessions highlighting oceanographic and atmospheric science. — Navy Talent Acquisition Group: Discover opportunities within the Navy through community projects, displays, and career discussions. Wichita Falls Navy Week brings the Navy to regions without a major naval presence, fostering connections and showcasing how the Navy's mission ensures the security, prosperity, and freedom of our nation.
