The Family YMCA has had renovations underway for years but the staff has been dedicated to finishing them up to create the best experience possible for the community. “The idea and the vision behind the renovation that began all these years ago was to create more space so we can get more people in and…… More
Amazon has a new feature called Sidewalk that will begin using a portion of your home internet service starting June 8. That is, unless you opt-out. Amazon says Sidewalk is a neighborhood network that will make your devices like Ring, Echo and your security cameras work better, and those of your neighbors and it will…… More
For former home-school student Elijah Snider of Wichita Falls, playing the sport he loved meant making long trips to Oklahoma City and back. Right now in Texas, home-school students aren’t allowed to compete in the UIL, but that could all change if the Texas Senate passes House Bill 547. The bill would give school districts…… More
Wichita Falls ISD will resume providing free breakfast and lunch for all children under the age of 18 next Tuesday. Click here to find out locations and times that meals will be served.… More
The city of Wichita Falls is offering a subscription grocery cart service for those at least 60 years of age. Through the Grocery Cart Program, city officials will pick up subscribers, take them to the grocery store, and then return them to their residence with their groceries. More details on this new service and how…… More
Many Texoma area residents will take to the lake this weekend and if your plans include Amon Carter Lake in Bowie, take note. The lake is at 921 feet and flood level is at 925 feet. Bowie city officials are asking anyone who plans to be on the lake in the coming days to use…… More
The WIC Program is offering eligible recipients more money this summer. If you’re signed up for WIC, starting next month in June and ending in September you’ll see an increase from $9 to $35 for fruits and veggies. More information can be found here.… More
As the school year comes to a close, WFISD officials are asking parents, staff members, students and Wichita Falls citizens to offer their opinions with regards to health and safety protocols and procedures for the 2021-22 school year. Officials have put together a survey and would like those who feel compelled to do so, complete the…… More
During an appearance on the Grand Ole Opry this past weekend Thomas Rhett debuted a new song that he and his dad, Rhett Akins, are going to be releasing this Wednesday – just in time for Father’s Day this upcoming Sunday. Thomas posted, “Announced from the Grand Ole Opry stage tonight with my dad that…… More
Reba McEntire took to social media this weekend and shared with her fans an early Christmas present. Turns out that she wrapped up filming a holiday movie for Lifetime TV. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Reba (@reba) We’ll be looking for that later this year to make the holiday…… More
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – June 14th On this day in 2020 – Travis Denning was at number-1 with “After A Few” In 2013 Love and Theft’s “Angel Eyes” was certified Platinum In 2004 Keith Urban released “Days Go By” to radio And on this day in 2002, Alan Jackson…… More
Last week the National Music Publishers’ Association honored Taylor Swift with the Songwriter Icon Award. As a part of the presentation, Priscilla Block appeared in a video segment where she shared what Taylor and her music has meant to her career, and then sang a medley of some of Taylor’s hits. The very next day after…… More
Chris Young has announced that his next album, Famous Friends, will arrive August 6th. Chris says, “I know I’ve said it before, but I honestly can’t say it enough – I am so excited to be releasing my new album.” The title of his 8th studio album shares the same name as his hit song…… More
Chase Martin‘s new song “Forever + 1” was inspired by her sister’s wedding. Chase says “All of the songs I write are close to my heart, of course, but ‘Forever + 1’ is just beyond special to me.” Chase walked in a writing session with Phil Barton and Joe Fox with the thought that she wanted…… More
New music from Zac Brown Band is available now! Talking about the new song, Zac Brown says, “‘Same Boat’ is just about us all being the same rather than how we are all different. We go through a lot of the same things and it’s a reflection of being a human-being.” Check out the new…… More
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – June 11th On this day in 2019, Luke Combs was invited to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry In 2015, Blake Shelton‘s hit “Honey Bee” is certified triple-platinum In 2012, Eric Church is double certified first his album Sinners Like Me went Gold,…… More
