Here are all of the stories that pertain to the North Texas area.
Texas
Dark Roast Report has only been active for a few months and during that time, Seth and Reanna have been able to see the need for independent news grow and the importance of being directly involved in the community.
education
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
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.
Light Roast
“I knew if there was a need for people to get food, there would be a need for the animals.”
Light Roast
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.
environment
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.
Photojournalism
historical preservation
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.
elections
This month’s election will have a few things on the ballot that have considerable weight. In addition to your municipal and county-wide elections, all registered voters will be deciding on 17 constitutional amendments.
Business
Malls have slowly been becoming a thing of the past as shoppers look at more convenient means of consumerism. In Wichita Falls, this outlook has made city officials act in an attempt to be proactive instead of reactive.
political
While many speakers spoke about the value of finding events and places where like-minded people could join forces for support, others focused on how to make a direct impact on the local community to demonstrate voice.
Government Accountability
In addition to the fiscal impact of historic preservation, Montgomery-Gagne shared that it also sets a city apart from other cities to put the stories of its past on display – it demonstrates what makes a place unique.