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City of Lawton to rename auditorium after former mayor

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – The City of Lawton announce it will rename its city council chambers and auditorium after former mayor Wayne Gilley. The venue will assume the name of Wayne Gilley Auditorium at the Lawton City Council meeting on May 14 at 2 p.m. At this meeting, the City will hold a dedication […]

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Dustin Fraticelli running for Vernon mayor

VERNON, Texas (KAUZ) – City Commissioner Dustin M. Fraticelli has announced his candidacy for mayor of Vernon in the May 2024 general election. He is running with the campaign slogan, “Leading Vernon Together.” Fraticelli said this motto reflects his commitment to collaborative and inclusive leadership. “As City Commissioner, I’ve had the privilege to work alongside […]

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City Council

Upcoming City Council meeting to discuss possibly taking down old hotel | #citycouncil

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – Wichita Falls city officials are hoping to buy the old hotel on Central E fwy. near the falls to turn the area into a public park. Officials are hoping to reach an agreement with the hotel’s current owners during the Aug. 1 City Council meeting. If no agreement is reached, […]

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City Council

WF City Council votes no for Farmers Market Association alcohol sales | #citycouncil

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – City council denied a request to allow the Wichita Falls Farmers Market Association to sell alcohol. It’s a decision that shocked the association. “For the association, I would just like to express our surprise at the 6-1 vote and our disappointment,” Carol Castro, secretary of the Wichita Falls Farmers Market […]

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