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How to protect your plants this winter
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — As we prepare for this blast of cold air this weekend, you’ll definitely want to make sure your plants are safe. Katherine Smith with Smith’s Gardentown says that plants can suffer freeze damage when cold temps come in during dry weather, Like what we’ve been seeing. So what is the best […] → Read More
TxDOT reminds the community to drive sober this New Year’s Eve
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Drive sober. That message is on repeat from TxDOT ahead of the new year. This year that message comes with gut-wrenching stories of those affected. “I was 15-years-old at the time and my mother was teaching me how to drive when someone under the influence hit us head-on. My mother was […] → Read More
Is Omicron in Wichita County? Wichita Falls health officials discuss COVID-19 quarantine and Omicron
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Wichita County is seeing an increase in new COVID-19 cases and it’s causing concern for local health leaders who believe the Omicron variant is here. Assistant Director of Health, Amy Fagan, admits the big spike is concerning and partly the recent holiday season is to blame. “I see that a lot […] → Read More
North Texas Legend, Wichita Falls icon Arthur Bea Williams dies at 88
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A North Texas Legend and one of the most known figures in Wichita Falls had died at the age of 88. Arthur “Bea” Beatrice Williams suffered a stroke in mid-November of 2020 and returned home. Williams was later admitted to hospice care in 2021 and passed away at Hospice of Wichita […] → Read More
Man sentenced to life in killing of Graham man
GRAHAM (KFDX/KJTL) — The lone suspect in the February killing of a Graham man has been sentenced to life in prison. 37-year-old Brett Arron Lippert, also known as Bubba, has accepted a plea deal for murder, according to the Graham Leader. He was originally charged with capital murder. Under the agreement, he could be eligible […] → Read More
Missing pets: Wichita Falls dogs mistakenly relocated to central Texas, shelter seeking reunion
WICHITA FALLS — Two dogs from Wichita Falls are hoping to soon be reunited with their family after they were mistakenly taken to an animal shelter near Austin. Tuesday morning photos of the dogs were posted in the Facebook group, “Lost and Found Animals Wichita County” looking for the owners to come forward to claim […] → Read More
Woman sentenced after police said she exposed 1-year-old to meth
A Wichita Falls woman was sentenced Friday after police said she exposed a one-year-old child to methamphetamine. → Read More
Large amount of crystal meth in trunk leads to arrest
A Wichita Falls woman, who is facing revocation of her probation on a previous charge, was arrested after police said they found a large amount of crystal meth in the trunk of her car. → Read More
Nursery industry struggles to keep up with supply and demand after plant sales boom and winter weather
Have you had trouble finding bushes or other nursey items for your lawn or garden following February's winter storm? If so, you aren't alone. → Read More
Life-changing surgery scheduled for Texoma 4-year-old
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — One family is celebrating today after a life-altering surgery has been scheduled for one little boy. Four-year-old Logan Fox was born with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, a condition characterized by a generalized lack in newborns of muscular development and growth. Logan’s family has been trying to raise money for a procedure in […] → Read More
‘The cartels control the border’ Texas House members visit the Southern Border
McAllen, Texas (KVEO)—Several Texas House members took a trip to the U.S.-Mexico border in South Texas. Elon Musk: Tell your friends to consider moving to Texas’ RGV, ‘Starbase’ Congressman Jodey Arrington and Rep. Brian Babi lead a Texas Congressional Delegation trip to assess the partisan divide in how the Biden administration is responding to the migrant situation […] → Read More
Four people dead following breach of US Capitol
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KFDX/KJTL) — Three more people are reported to have died as a result of the breach of the U.S. Capitol Wednesday afternoon. According to The Associated Press, four people died as supporters of President Donald Trump violently occupied the U.S. Capitol. Washington, D.C., Police Chief Robert Contee said the dead on Wednesday included […] → Read More
Woman arrested after alleged assault of man with stage 4 cancer
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A Wichita Falls woman is accused of assaulting a man with advanced stage 4 cancer. Amber Yvonne Dunn, 32, was arrested for injury to a disabled individual. Dunn also had three other warrants, including two for criminal trespass and one for possession of marijuana. Dunn is being held at the Wichita […] → Read More
Mother charged after two-year-old daughter tests positive for meth
A Wichita Falls mother is charged with child endangerment after her two-year-old daughter tests positive for methamphetamine. → Read More
AAA Towing offers free “Tipsy Tows” for New Years eve
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — As the new year approaches Law enforcement is urging you to be cautious and don’t drink and drive. To help combat drinking and driving AAA Towing is providing a free “Tipsy Tows” beginning New Years eve. The ride is a one-way, one-time ride within 10 miles, to request a ride just call 1-800-AAA-Help. You do not have to be a AAA member to use the service. → Read More
Comanche County Memorial Hospital administers first doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt visited Comanche County Memorial Hospital Wednesday afternoon to see Lawton's first allocation of the COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer. → Read More
No deaths and 207 new COVID-19 cases for Wichita County
WICHITA CO. (KFDX/KJTL) — The Health District has 207 new cases, 76 hospitalizations and 63 recoveries to report Tuesday. Tuesday’s new case count of 207 is now the highest single-day total yet. Total Hospitalizations = 76 0-5No hospitalizations6-10No hospitalizations11-19Stable – 1 20 – 29Stable – 130 – 39Stable – 340 – 49Stable – 4Critical – […] → Read More
Sneak peek: NBC’s ‘The National Dog Show’ a Thanksgiving Day tradition
(NBC) — The National Dog Show has become a Thanksgiving Day tradition over the past 19 years. “It’s remarkable that we’re looking at year number 19,” says co-host John O’Hurley. “I normally kill shows much quicker than that.” O’Hurley and analyst David Frei have seen the canine cavalcade captivate millions. “Everybody loves to look at […] → Read More
WFAFB “U Can Share Food Drive” ends November 20
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — The “U Can Share” Food Drive ends Friday, November 20, so if you have plans to participate, you’re running out of time to do so. If you’re a United Supermarket regular, pick up an extra can of beans or drop a dollar in the barrel, all to help hungry people in […] → Read More
WATCH LIVE: Wichita Falls City Council meeting, August 18
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Wichita Falls City Council will meet in a regular on August 18, 2020. You can watch the meeting live here and view the meeting agenda below. → Read More