Spencer Smith

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U.S. EPA funding the removal of lead in schools and child care centers

3 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

TEXAS (KAUZ) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it will be funding over $2,130,000 to help Texas schools and child care centers reduce exposure to lead in drinking water. The grant funding will be allocated through the Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program. The EPA said total allotment amounts can be found on the grant website. “Lead is a neurotoxin that can negatively impact American children.
Wichita Falls building inspection office temporarily relocated

3 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The City of Wichita Falls has announced that the Building Inspections Division Office has been temporarily relocated as of Friday, June 13. The city stated the relocation was due to “unforeseen circumstances with the current office location.” The new location will be at the Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall at the MPEC, located at 1000 5th Street. The public will still be able to pick up building permits, schedule inspections, etc., in person from the temporary location.
Area Crime Stoppers updates most wanted list with five new suspects

3 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Texoma’s Most Wanted List has been updated with five new suspects. Successful tips that lead to the arrest of these suspects can be rewarded by the Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers.
Over 150 species documented during the 10th Annual City Nature Challenge

3 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

TEXAS (KAUZ) - Texas ranked in the top ten globally during the City Nature Challenge (CNC) with around 342,913 observations logged throughout fourteen Texas areas. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), participants recorded more than 9,800 different species, with more than 150 of those being species of greatest conservation need, including the Texas horned lizard, Cascade Caverns salamander, cave myotis, and Texas tortoise.
Meet Rascal, Animal Services’ Pet of the Week

3 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith |Tucker Roberts

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - We stopped by City of Wichita Falls Animal Services to meet this week’s Pet of the Week. Rascal is a cattle dog mix, and Animal Services said he is playful and good with other animals. He is around 1 year old and weighs about 25 pounds. His $40 adoption fee covers a microchip, initial vaccinations (excluding rabies), and flea and tick preventative. Copyright 2025 KAUZ. All rights reserved.
Wichita Falls Police investigating credit card fraud, looking to identify suspect

4 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Wichita Falls Police Department (WFPD) is looking for details to help identify a suspect in a credit card fraud investigation. WFPD said the female suspect was seen using a credit card that didn’t belong to her. If you have any details that can help identify the suspect pictured above, contact the Wichita Falls Police Department front desk at (940) 761-7792. Copyright 2025 KAUZ. All rights reserved.
Wichita Falls-Wichita County Health District addresses mosquito concerns

4 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Wichita Falls-Wichita County Health District has announced that its Vector Control team has begun working on reducing mosquito populations in the area. The health district said they are spraying in the evenings and early morning when mosquitoes are most active. The spraying efforts are targeted following data on community reports and disease surveillance.
AAA Texas reports gas prices down slightly

4 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

TEXAS (KAUZ) - According to AAA Texas, the statewide gas price average in Texas is $2.75 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel. AAA Texas said that the price is one cent less when compared to this day last week and is 27 cents less per gallon compared to this day last year. A primary factor keeping prices somewhat in check is the cost of crude oil. Today, West Texas Intermediate crude is trading approximately $11 lower per barrel than in June 2024.
City of Wichita Falls taking bids on lake properties

5 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The City of Wichita Falls has announced that bids are open for improvements on two lake lots and five trustee properties. The five trustee properties are located at:• 4804 Alamo• 919 E Cottonwood• 1416 Normandy• 1907 6th• 716 WelchThe two improvements on lake lot properties are located at:• 2105 W.
Our Blood Institute kicks off summer All-American Blood Drive

5 days ago | newschannel6now.com | Spencer Smith

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Our Blood Institute (OBI) is kicking off summer with their All American Blood Drive happening across the state from June 13 to July 21. Successful donors who donate during this campaign will receive a limited-edition All-American-themed T-shirt, a camp chair, and a limited-edition one free theme park ticket!“Summer brings more accidents, more emergencies—and a greater need for blood. Donors who give during these critical months are true lifesavers.