Dylan Jimenez

Wichita Falls

Digital Producer at KFDX-TV (Wichita Falls, TX)

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Faith Mission CEO talks homeless population rise

2 days ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Wichita Falls neighbors are noticing an uptick in the homeless population, notably in downtown. Faith Mission CEO Steve Sparks attributes the fact that people from outside Wichita Falls are migrating to the area from larger cities to seek services. “Seven to 10 new intakes around here and the overwhelming majority of those are not from Wichita Falls,” Sparks said. But those living downtown haven’t been the only ones who noticed.
Wichitans could see 2 percent utility increase as budget season begins for city of Wichita Falls

3 days ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — As we enter summer, Wichita Falls city staff and councilors enter budget season. Property tax, sales tax, and other topics were discussed among Wichita Falls Director of Finance Stephen Calvert and council members. Details of early budgets revealed some projections and recommendations, including a potential 2 percent increase to water and sewer rates. Calvert told councilors it’s to keep up with inflation.
Local dispensary relieved, Abbott vetoes controversial bill

4 days ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Local dispensaries are breathing a sigh of relief since Governor Greg Abbott vetoed Senate Bill 3, ending controversy for now. “We were just so happy about it,” Texas Cannibas Co. co-owner David Sanchez said. Abbott vetoed SB 3 with less than an hour to spare before the Sunday night deadline. The legislation would have banned THC consumable products. “We’re kind of just like riding the waves right now because we’re euphoric about what happened,” Sanchez said.
Wichita Falls seeks public input on bus fare rate increase

1 week ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — The city of Wichita Falls and city councilors held one of three public hearings on a proposal to raise city bus fare rates. The proposed rates are the first in 13 years—the last being in July 2013 when the Travel Center opened. Currently, the rates are $1.50 for your trip for one ride and an additional $1.50 to return, totaling $3 for a round trip. The proposed rate would eliminate that, and bus riders can pay $3.50 to ride the bus for 24 hours.
Budget rises as contingency funds used for Memorial Auditorium revamp

1 week ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — The budget for Memorial Auditorium renovations is now increasing after the city council approved the amendment on Tuesday, June 17. The city has set the total cost of the project at $19.1 million. Project contingency funds have already been spent. According to Assistant City Manager Blake Jurecek, the scope of the project has expanded for the fire system, including larger fire pumps for sprinklers, additional fire alarms, and other enhancements.
WFISD to hold public hearing on Hirschi Middle School plan

1 week ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A public hearing will be held at the Wichita Falls Independent School District on Monday, June 16, at 5 p.m., located inside the board room of the Education Center on Broad Street. The first hearing will outline the Hirschi Middle School turnaround plan. On Tuesday, June 10, the board authorized the district to enter into negotiations with Third Future Schools, an organization that specializes in turnaround expertise and education improvement partnerships.
WFISD to hold public hearing on Hirschi Middle School plan

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A public hearing will be held at the Wichita Falls Independent School District on Monday, June 16, at 5 p.m., located inside the board room of the Education Center on Broad Street. The first hearing will outline the Hirschi Middle School turnaround plan. On Tuesday, June 10, the board authorized the district to enter into negotiations with Third Future Schools, an organization that specializes in turnaround expertise and education improvement partnerships.
Two injured in crash, car catches fire

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Dylan Jimenez

BURKBURNETT (KFDX/KJTL) — A car fire causes delays just outside Burkburnett on Daniels Road. According to authorities, a two-vehicle crash caused one of the vehicles to catch fire. An air evac helicopter landed at the scene, but nobody was airlifted. Thought, two victims were taken to the hospital. Details are limited at this time. Stay with us as we gather more information. This is a developing story. Stick with Texoma’s Homepage for updates as more information becomes available.
Fatal wreck claims the life of Henrietta teen in Young County

1 week ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

YOUNG COUNTY (KFDX/KJTL) — A Henrietta teen is dead following a wreck in Young County Friday morning. The wreck happened about 7 and a half miles south of Olney on State Highway 251 around 8:41 a.m. Friday, June 13, 2025. According to DPS Sgt. Juan Gutierrez, a Mack dump truck was traveling south on highway 251 with a Ford Focus driving behind it. Two female teenagers occupied the Focus. Investigators said the Mack truck drove onto the southbound shoulder to make a wide left turn.
Wichita Falls City Manager Jeff Jenkins outlines his vision

2 weeks ago | texomashomepage.com | Dylan Jimenez

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — The city of Wichita Falls entered a new era this week. Jeff Jenkins began as the city’s new city manager on June 10, 2025. KFDX, Texoma’s FOX, and Texoma’s Homepage got an exclusive sit-down interview with Jenkins following the end of his first week on the job. Jenkins discussed his experience in city management, highlighting priorities such as quality of life, economic development, and public safety.