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1 day ago | timesrecordnews.com | Lynn Walker

An eighth person has been charged in connection with a 2024 murder investigation. William Edward Hunter is charged with unlawful possession of a firearm due to a prior felony conviction. None of the eight individuals arrested have been charged with the murder itself. Wichita Falls police have arrested an eighth person in connection with the investigation of a 2024 murder, according to court records. None of the people arrested has been charged with the murder.

1 day ago | timesrecordnews.com | Lynn Walker

A historical marker honoring John Hart Wilson, a Wichita Falls entrepreneur and inventor, was dedicated in 2011 but has since been displaced due to development. The Wichita County Historical Commission seeks a new, permanent location for the marker. Wilson, an inventor and businessman, contributed significantly to the oil industry and local civic organizations.

2 days ago | timesrecordnews.com | Lynn Walker

The Wichita Falls firefighters union presented a contract proposal to the city, seeking better pay and working conditions. The union wants firefighter pay to be competitive with similar cities and a simplified, more equitable pay scale. The proposal includes annual physicals, cancer screenings and diesel fume mitigation in future fire stations. The union requests additional firefighters to reduce overtime and a dedicated mechanic for fire department vehicles.

2 days ago | timesrecordnews.com | Lynn Walker

A controlled intersection at Seymour Highway and Sunset Street became a four-way stop Monday. A press release from the city said an oversized load heavily damaged the traffic signals and control box Monday morning. A four-way stop was put in place temporarily while the damage was fixed. The release said the damage to the equipment was extensive and would take a while to repair. More: Wichita Falls couple indicted in dog attack deathMore: ATV wreck claims life of 12-year-old boy

2 days ago | timesrecordnews.com | Lynn Walker

A Wichita Falls couple has been indicted in connection with a fatal dog attack on a toddler. The couple allegedly left the toddler and seven other children unattended when their dog broke out of its kennel. Conflicting accounts exist regarding the couple's presence during the attack. A Wichita County grand jury has indicted a Wichita Falls couple on charges in connection with the death of a toddler who was attacked by a dog, court records show.