Housing
“If I invest another $100,000 to build,” Fisher said. “I want to know that in 10 years, 20 years, 30 years that house is still going to be there.”
social issues
Isabelle Dessinger, a Cameron University student who says she was sexually assaulted on campus, feels the school hasn't taken her experience seriously. Now she intends to make her voice heard by holding a protest on campus.
education
The changes proposed by the USAO president were approved and now students are pushing back. One student pointed out that USAO is the only liberal arts school in the state and believes the changes "really just ripped out the core of USAO."
Archer County residents and officials are working out how to navigate a potential data center being built. The entire situation has raised questions of the authority counties have for controlling land.
Community is often how people endure difficult times and create change. However, with so many voices making up a community, not all of them are heard. That simple fact is what planted the idea for Dark Roast Report.
Shortly after it was announced that Downtown Development would no longer be putting on the After Hours Art Walks, local organization Potencia Projects took on the event and, using community feedback, made a plan to make the event more successful and beneficial to downtown.
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Library Card Sign-up Month, which takes place every September, began as an initiative to get more children to read. It grew from there, spanning across all public libraries and catering to all ages, while promoting libraries amidst society's reliance on technology.
Texoma Tails is sponsored by Le Chateau Pet Resort. We at Dark Roast Report believe community is the answer to most problems, and that includes the stray crisis. With the Texoma area being predominately rural, there aren't enough resources to help every animal in need. As a result,
An official investigation report from the City of Wichita Falls reveals details of an incident between former City Manager Jeff Jenkins and a woman who is referred to as “Jane Doe”, providing insight into the Jenkins’ resignation.
Faculty at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma recently held a vote of no confidence concerning current university President Hale. Hale has recently proposed several changes to the structure of teaching and classes at the school which many faculty members disapprove of.
Last Week, Cameron University announced the opening of their Aggie Closet and Cupboard, which serves as a resource for students to obtain food, clothes, and hygiene products. This addition provides a direct response to the growing rate of food insecurity in Oklahoma.
Those registered to vote in Ward 7 will decide between incumbent Sherene L. Williams and opponents Elisabeth White, Jonathon Thompkins, Morgan Valdez, Joe Murchison, and Christal Thompkins.
Ward 2 voters will be deciding who they want for their next representative. Their choices are between Taron Epps, Jena Smith, and Jason Kunkel.
The Ward 1 seat is between Incumbent Lane Hooton and opponent Ron Cleary.
Jeff Jenkins assumed the role of City Manager back in June of 2025. Now, the city is accepting his resignation.
This month, many of the shelters and rescues in Texoma participated in the annual Clear the Shelters event. We were thrilled to see so many cats and dogs go to loving homes, but there are still so many more waiting for their forever families. While most shelters do the most
A growing network of automated surveillance cameras has expanded across Wichita Falls, raising questions about the gap between what is documented in public records and the full scope of the city's surveillance capabilities.
The Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra has seen several changes and obstacles but has always found a way to persevere and provide the community with an escape from stress and a platform for unity. Now, they're continuing that tradition with the announcement of their 26-27 season.
