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Iowa Park volleyball claims bi-district title
Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google IOWA PARK, Texas (KAUZ) - The Iowa Park Lady Hawk volleyball team won the bi-district title when they cruised to a 2-set sweep of the Fort Worth Carter-Riverside Lady Eagles on Friday night, October 30.
Habitat for Humanity finished newest home ahead of the holidays
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Habitat for Humanity celebrated, with a dedication ceremony, the completion of its newest home with plans for the family to move in before the holidays. The newest habitat home in town was built thanks to material donations, financial contributions, and volunteer labor. On top of that, the family completed over 300 hours of volunteer work required to become habitat homeowners.
Candidates compete for Wichita County Appraisal District Board of Directors Place 2
WICHITA COUNTY, Texas (KAUZ) - Voters in the Wichita County area have a choice to make between candidates Chad Witherspoon and Kaycee Ryan for who fills Place 2 on the appraisal district board of directors. The board is in charge of overseeing policies and leadership to help ensure property values are determined fairly, and the district operates responsibly. “Over the years, my dad and granddad and great-granddad were all in the construction business.
CHARM North Texas hosted a breast cancer awareness walk tied to midterm elections
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - CHARM North Texas invited people out to wear pink and take the streets on a walk that took place downtown. The walk was hosted to raise awareness for breast cancer and encourage voters to make their voices heard. This was a non-partisan walk, with the purpose of bringing together beast cancer survivors and other members of the community during breast cancer awareness month.
First Bank donates to local volunteer fire departments
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - First Bank hosted a lunch for first responders, where they surprised the volunteer fire departments with money donations. The bank awarded a total of $25,000 to 20 volunteer fire departments across Wichita, Archer and Clay counties. First Bank market president Brandon Anderson said it was important to give back to those firefighters.
Texoma bands competed in the UIL Region 7 marching contest
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - High School marching bands from across the Texoma area gathered at Memorial Stadium to compete in the UIL Region 7 marching contest, showcasing performances they have spent months practicing for. In this competition, the bands perform their marching routines for a panel of judges, who evaluated each performance based on several criteria. For students, the contest marked an opportunity to put their hard work and preparation on display while representing their schools.
W.F.F.D hosts 2026 Kelly Crush memorial chili cook-off
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Wichita Falls Fire Department hosted the annual Kelly Crush memorial chili cook-off at the P-2 Drive in. This event happens every year, where firefighters, local businesses and people all around the community come together to remember Kelly Crush, a Wichita Falls firefighter who died in 2012 after battling ALS. The event also serves as a fundraiser for the Kelly Crush memorial scholarship, which is awarded to the children of firefighters.
Community members bring beautification efforts to Wichita Falls
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Several groups and people have recently hosted events with the purpose of bringing the city together to make Wichita Falls a cleaner and better place. An online group called “Pick up the Falls” has hosted events to pick up trash, clean up parks, and improve the city. Sheppard Air Force Base Chief of International Affairs Flights, Jack Roe, is the organizer and creator behind the group.
Community members bring beautification efforts to Wichita Falls
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - A number of groups and people have recently hosted events with the purpose of bringing the city together to make Wichita Falls a cleaner and better place. An online group called “Pick up the Falls” has hosted events to pick up trash, clean up parks, and improve the city. Sheppard Air Force Base Chief of International Affairs Flights, Jack Roe, is the organizer and creator behind the group.
Memorial Auditorium finishing interior renovation
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - After more than two years of renovations, Memorial Auditorium is nearing the finish line on a major interior transformation. The project was designed to modernize the building, improve communication between departments, and create a better experience for employees and the public. One of the biggest changes is how the offices are organized.
Memorial Auditorium finishing interior renovation
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - After more than two years of renovations, Memorial Auditorium is nearing the finish line on a major interior transformation. The project was designed to modernize the building, improve communication between departments, and create a better experience for employees and the public. One of the biggest changes is how the offices are organized.
Representante James Frank se reune con residentes de Archer County en contra de centro de dato propuesto
ARCHER COUNTY, Texas (KAUZ) - Los residentes preocupados por un centro de datos propuesto en el norte de Archer County se reunieron el lunes por la noche en el Lakeside City Community Center, junto con el representante de Texas del Distrito 69, James Frank, para analizar qué opciones siguen disponibles mientras el proyecto avanza en el proceso de permisos.
Brock Belcher se lleva el premio del Game Changer de la semana
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - El quarterback de los Trojans de Windthorst, Brock Belcher, es nombrado como el Smoothie King Game Changer de la semana. Belcher tuvo un rol grande en la victoria enfrentando a Petrolia este pasado viernes. Belcher pasó por 257 yardas y 7 touchdowns, mientras corrió por 42 yardas y un touchdown. Belcher dijo que la clave para su éxito ha sido confiar en su equipo, ya que lo permite jugar con seguridad, y el premio solo es un reflejo de lo bien que ha jugado el equipo.
Nocona Indians are undefeated to start the season
NOCONA, Texas (KAUZ) - The Nocona Indians are 4-0 to start the season. This has been the best start to their year since the 2023 season, when they finished 8-2. It is still early in the season, but this is already a complete turnaround from the Indians’ 2-8 record last year. Nocona’s head coach Jeff Hill says the key has been the physicality the team has been working on since last year.
Legacy is having the best season start in school history
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Legacy Leopards are making their presence known making history for their school with a 3-0 season start. A big reason for the team’s success has been the offense, which has been explosive for the last two games, putting up 40+ points in each. It’s also been a a credit to the coaches who have made the team work hard before the season started.
Dangerous wildfire northeast of Iowa Park
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - A wildfire near Iowa Park has grown to approximately 500 acres, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. The fire was located at about a half-mile northeast of Iowa Park near Bell Road as of 4:59 p.m. According to a fire warning from NWS Norman, the fire was moving rapidly north-northwest at an estimated 1 to 3 mph. Areas impacted include the north side of Iowa Park, north of U.S. Highway 287 and rural areas north of town.
United Regional partners with Blue Zones for a healthier community
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - United Regional and Blue Zones hosted the Blue Zone Ignite Wichita Falls Keynote event, where they invited community leaders and residents to learn more about the company Blue Zones and its mission to promote a healthier lifestyle. United Regional’s president and CEO, Cory Edmondson, revealed a shocking discovery as to why he thinks this is the perfect time to partner with Blue Zones.
Ribbon cutting ceremony to start off the Netburners’ season.
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Netburners held a ribbon-cutting at the Kay Yeager Coliseum, where they received a proclamation from Mayor Tim Short, to celebrate the start of their season as part of the American Basketball Association (ABA). Netburners’ owner, Jerrit Judie, emphasized that this symbolized something bigger than just basketball in Wichita Falls.
Wichita Falls ISD Athletics anuncia clase inaugural del Salón de la Fama
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Wichita Falls ISD Athletics anunció los 12 incorporados quienes formarán parte de su clase inaugural del Salón de la Fama. WFISD Athletics compartió que la clase representa algunos de sus mejores atletas, dirigentes, y colaboradores en la historia. “Estamos increíblemente emocionados de oficialmente lanzar el Salón de la Fama de WFISD Athletics por reconocer una clase tan sobresaliente.
Wichita Christian cancela temporada de fútbol americano del 2026-2027
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - El dirigente de Wichita Christian avisó que el equipo de fútbol americano no tendrá participación en esta temporada. Después de múltiples lesiones y enfermedades dentro del equipo, solamente tenían seis jugadores listos para competir este año, de este modo no tendrían un equipo lo suficiente grande para competir en esta temporada de football de seis jugadores. En 2025, el equipo acabó con un récord de 3-5 y 0-2 en su distrito respectivo de TAPPS.
Free coffee drawing for Big Brothers Big Sisters volunteers
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wichita county have partnered with Frank and Joe’s coffee house this summer. They expressed that the partnership is serving a purpose to encourage more people to volunteer and get involved with an added motivation.
Ceremony honors those that saved a man’s life
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Wichita Falls local Jack Miller went into cardiac arrest and ended up having his life saved by neighbors and first responders. Neighbors Michael and Nathan Anderson immediately called 911 and began CPR. In a remarkable outcome, their actions helped save Miller’s life, and today, he is fully recovered. “You can’t thank them enough, and the awards and accolades are well deserved. I mean, these guys never gave up, you know.
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