Community
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
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,
Government Accountability
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.
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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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.
Since city council announced their intention to close tent city, members of the community took it upon themselves to address the situation. However, communication has been one of the biggest issues to navigate.
Le Chateau Pet Resort is known for being a place for pets to stay, but what the community may not know is that they also have an initiative to help address the stray crisis in the city. Their “Day of Play” gives adoptable dogs a break from the shelter and a platform to appeal to potential adopters.
The application window officially closed July 17 for a $4,250 commission to paint a new site-specific mural inside the Wichita Falls Regional Airport celebrating the 60th anniversary of the German Air Force.
