Texoma Tails
Texoma Tails – January 2026
Don't miss your chance to adopt one of these furry family members! We're proud to partner with local shelters and rescues to find deserving pets loving homes.
Third Future School’s continued partnership with WFISD raises questions and concerns as organization takes on two additional schools
The partnership between WFISD and Third Future is adding two new schools in 2026 but staff and parents still have unanswered questions and concerns.
Texoma Tails - December 2025
One of our primary intentions at Dark Roast is to give a voice to the voiceless, and that’s exactly what we plan to do with Texoma tails.
Details on Westwin’s delayed future as Georgia rumors surge
It’s been over three months since an announcement over Westwin Elements’ future was promised but never delivered on.
Stephens County Humane Society obtains Mighty Cat Partner status to help address stray kitten crisis
The stray crisis is an immediate concern for the large number of orphaned neonatal kittens, as many shelters and rescues don't have the resources to help them. However, Stephens County Humane Society is taking action to find ways to do more to approach this issue.
Feeding families in need includes feeding the furry members of the family also, and some Texoma organizations are doing just that
“I knew if there was a need for people to get food, there would be a need for the animals.”
Litter in the River
Veteran works to create sense of community following shutdown through cookout
The cookout, held in the parking lot of the old Texas Roadhouse location, allowed anyone in the community to come and enjoy a free meal. While the original expectation was to serve around 500 meals to those in the community, they ended up serving 950.
Rural communities responses to wildlife infiltration: a reflection of small town resources and community effort
When it comes to wildlife rehabilitation, some communities are fortunate enough to have nearby rescues and rehabbers that are willing to step in and help. Other cities have to get more creative and use what (or who) is available in town.
The first ever Jordan’s Way Bowl raises over $100,000 for animal shelters
Lawton Ward 4 runoff candidate preview: George Gill & Tiffiney Dimery
Registered voters in Lawton's Ward 4 will take to the polls for a second time on November 18 to make their final decision on who will be representing their area.
Lawton to charge store owners for retrieval of stolen property after ordinance amendment
Some local stores are skeptical of the city's approach after hearing the council's decision to hit owners with fees for abandoned shopping carts in order to retrieve their property.
A new historic preservation project in Wichita Falls displays the benefits of a public/private partnership
The Country Club Neighborhood Association has partnered with the City of Wichita Falls to repair one of the area's fascinating historical landmarks so that it can be enjoyed for generations to come.