Chamber releases virtual spec building to encourage new business
The Chamber partnered with BYSP Architects to create virtual spec buildings for economic development and business attraction. Wichita Falls has many fantastic amenities available for economic development, but when it comes to available buildings for potential new...
Progress: WFISD improvements save taxpayers thousands of dollars
Ann Work Goodrich, Wichita Falls Independent School District via Times Record News The Wichita Falls Independent School District recently completed a two-stage project to “future-proof” its wide-area network – an important step now that WFISD board members are making...
WFISD Board picks architect for bond proposals
Claire Kowalick, Wichita Falls Times Records News Out of eight architectural companies that bid on possible bond projects and renovations for the Wichita Falls ISD, three groups were interviewed, and one company stood out above the rest. During a special session of...
City moves to development stage of MPEC hotel project
Claire Kowalick, Wichita Falls Times Record News The Wichita Falls City Council expressed nearly unanimous support for moving on to the development phase of a new full-service hotel next to the Multi-Purpose Events Center. Assistant City Manager Blake Jurecek said a...
Endurance House recognized with Gold Level Bicycle Friendly Business award
Endurance House received the Gold Level Bicycle Friendly Business award from The League of Bicycle Friendly America. This round of Bicycle Friendly Businesses also shows how communities are rallying around bicycling being good for businesses. Places like Arlington,...
$1.3m incentive agreement approved for DuPlooy Trucking
Claire Kowalick, Wichita Falls Times Record News An incentive agreement to assist DuPlooy Trucking in their expansion and relocation to the Wichita Falls area is exactly what the area needs right now, said Mayor Stephen Santellana. DuPlooy, which currently has...
Vintage gas station in downtown Wichita Falls gets a new life
Christopher Walker, Wichita Falls Times Record News A landmark building in downtown Wichita Falls, a vintage gas station that has remained vacant for several years, appears to be taking on a new purpose. A construction crew could be seen working on the small gas...
Wichita Falls economy ending 2019 with robust indicators
Dr. James Owen, Midwestern State University Economic performance in the Wichita Falls area during November continue to support the robust activity that has been evident throughout most of 2019. Overall, our local economy reflects reasonably well the reports that...
DuPlooy Trucking hopes to hit the gas on incentive proposal
Lauren Linville | Texomashomepage.com WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A trucking company based in Byers is expanding to Wichita Falls, and with a vote from the 4A Board, there could be an incentive for employees willing to relocate. The Wichita Falls 4A Board voted to...