Monday night the Wichita Falls ISD school board discussed their plans for dealing with the coronavirus’s effect on education. While it’s still uncertain when students will go back into the classroom, the big thing starting next week is classes are moving to at home only. District superintendent Michael Kuhrt says their number one priority will…… MORE
The Boys and Girls Club received a hefty donation of food and other goods from Spectra, the group that manages the MPEC Center. Read more about Spectra’s generous gift here.… MORE
Chairs are stacked up and pushed against walls, and signs warn customers not to come inside. It’s the first weekend of carryout and delivery only for Wichita Falls, and business owners say there is definitely a change being felt across the city. More on this story can be found here.… MORE
The City of Wichita Falls has temporarily suspended water disconnections due to non-payments at residences and businesses, in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Find more information here.… MORE
Iowa Park High School is offering free student meal pick-up for students aged 1 to 18. The pickups began on Monday and will continue throughout the week. More details about student meals can be found here.… MORE
The University Interscholastic League has suspended all UIL sanctioned contests because of the dangers of the coronavirus outbreak in Texas. The suspension will now be in effect till May 4th after initially suspending till March 30th. Find more information here. … MORE
The city of Burkburnett has declared a state of disaster for a public health emergency in light of COVID-19. The declaration activates the city’s emergency management plan and allows the city to take any actions necessary to suppress the virus. Read more about the disaster declaration here and what it means for residents.… MORE
The City of Wichita Falls is closing some departments to the public and limiting access to others. Find out which facilities are closed and which offer limited public access by clicking here.… MORE
Work Services Corporation has closed down its headquarters after one of its employees tested positive for the coronavirus. The health department found that six other employees had worked in close proximity. Those employees are also on home quarantine. More details on the WSC closure can be found here.… MORE
The Community Healthcare Center is in need of supplies to help patients. Items requested include N95 masks, N99 masks, N100 masks, R95 masks, P95 masks, P99 masks, P100 masks, ear loop masks, goggles, gowns, hand-sanitizer and additional personal protective equipment (PPE). More details about how you can help can be found here.… MORE
