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Man Sentenced For Arson

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A former Cameron Gardens Volunteer Firefighter has been sentenced to ten years in prison.

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Final Countdown for Patsy's House Fundraiser

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Saturday Storm Chances

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Slight thunderstorm chances remain into the weekend

Disarming Decision

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A Bill passed in the Texas House and Senate could take guns away from some Texan's, and it has some Texoman's up in arms.

Texoma's Most Wanted

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This is a look at the top 5 most wanted fugitives in the Texoma area.

Deputy Shot Three Times Returns To Work

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Montague Country Sheriff Deputy James Boyd returns to the line of duty Sunday after being shot three times.

Girl Scouts Save Water

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Girl Scouts in troop 8517 in Wichita Falls are working to save water!

2013 RRRA Junior Rodeo

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The Red River Riding Association Junior Rodeo kicks off Friday night in Burkburnett.

Deadly Accident Victim Identified

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A one vehicle rollover accident Thursday night claimed the life of one person and sent two other people to the hospital.

TX Gun Law Takes Firearms Away From Certain People

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Police could soon have the right to take a person's gun if the person is experiencing a "mental health crisis."

Keeping Kids Active

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School is almost out and we've got some ideas on how to keep kids active in the summer.

Stuck On Train Tracks

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Here's a look at what you should do if your vehicle ever gets stuck on a train track.

Vernon School Officials Ask Parent's Help To Combat Bullying

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A 1,000 middle and high schoolers filled out a wellness and safety survey last month and 49% of the kids in middle school said they had been bullied in the last year.

Thisbe Is Our Pet Of The Week

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If you would like to give this sweet girl a forever home, call the Humane Society of Wichita County at (940) 855-4941.

Texoma Cowboy Church To 'Stomp Out Cancer'

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The Texoma Cowboy Church is hosting a walk-a-thon called 'Stomp Out Cancer.' The event will be Friday from 6 p.m. to midnight at 919 U.S. Hwy. 281 South.

Kid Fish Rodeo At Lake Arrowhead

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The Texas Parks And Wildlife Department will host the 21st Annual Mark Howell Kid Fish Rodeo at Lake Arrowhead State Park. It will be June 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Train Slams Truck In Wichita Falls

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A train collided with a truck in Wichita Falls sending the vehicle into a ditch.

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W.F. Storm Shelter Sign-Up
W.F. Storm Shelter Sign-Up
Wichita Falls Emergency Coordinators are encouraging you to register your storm shelter in case of a disaster.
Wichita Falls Emergency Coordinators are encouraging you to register your storm shelter in case of a disaster.
Moore Disaster Donations
Moore Disaster Donations
Moore, OK has received an enormous amount of donations and the city is simply overwhelmed. City officials said, monetary donations would be best, until further notice.
Moore, OK has received an enormous amount of donations and the city is simply overwhelmed. City Officials said, monetary donations would be best, until further notice.
WFISD School Fundraising Through Recycling
WFISD School Fundraising Through Recycling
Lamar Elementary School raises all of its money for the year, through a number of recycling programs.
Lamar Elementary School raises all of its money for the year, through a number of recycling programs.
Texoma's Most Wanted
Texoma's Most Wanted
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:57:08 GMT
This is a look at the top 5 most wanted fugitives in the Texoma area.
This is a look at the top 5 most wanted fugitives in the Texoma area.

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Despite tornado, festival kicks off in Texas town
Despite tornado, festival kicks off in Texas town
One of the largest Czech festivals in the U.S. is taking place this weekend in a North Texas town still recovering from a tornado.
One of the largest Czech festivals in the U.S. is taking place this weekend in a North Texas town still recovering from a tornado.
Texas man charged in Neb. in prostitution case
Texas man charged in Neb. in prostitution case
A Texas man has been charged in a federal indictment out of Nebraska of taking a person across state lines to engage in prostitution.
A Texas man has been charged in a federal indictment out of Nebraska of taking a person across state lines to engage in prostitution.
Texas News Minute
Texas News Minute
The latest Texas news from The Associated Press
Funeral Saturday for Dallas firefighter Wilson
Funeral Saturday for Dallas firefighter Wilson
Firefighters from across the area and the state are expected to attend a funeral this weekend for a veteran Dallas firefighter killed while battling a fire at a Dallas condo complex.
Firefighters from across the area and the state are expected to attend a funeral this weekend for a veteran Dallas firefighter killed while battling a fire at a Dallas condo complex.

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2 arrested in death of woman near Cushing
2 arrested in death of woman near Cushing
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation says two men have been arrested in the death of a Cushing woman.
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation says two men have been arrested in the death of a Cushing woman.
Graduations slated for tornado-ravaged Okla. town
Graduations slated for tornado-ravaged Okla. town
Graduation ceremonies are set in an Oklahoma community hit hard by a tornado.
Graduation ceremonies are set in an Oklahoma community hit hard by a tornado.
Obama says nation must do more for fallen heroes
Obama says nation must do more for fallen heroes
President Barack Obama says the nation must do more than just remember its fallen heroes on Memorial Day.
President Barack Obama says the nation must do more than just remember its fallen heroes on Memorial Day.
Sports Minute: Here is the latest Oklahoma sports news from The Associated Press
Sports Minute: Here is the latest Oklahoma sports news from The Associated Press
Make it two straight shutouts for the Oklahoma Sooners at the Big 12 baseball tournament. Dillon Overton, Ralph Garza Junior and Kindle Ladd combined on a four-hitter in yesterday's 8-0 win over Texas Tech. Max White had...

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Thousands of bridges at risk of freak collapse
Thousands of bridges at risk of freak collapse
Thousands of bridges around the U.S. may be one freak accident or mistake away from collapse, even if the spans are deemed structurally sound.
Thousands of bridges around the U.S. may be one freak accident or mistake away from collapse, even if the spans are deemed structurally sound.
Rescuers look for pilot in deadly NY Angel Flight
Rescuers look for pilot in deadly NY Angel Flight
The crash of a volunteer Angel Flight in upstate New York that killed at least two people is under investigation, and the search for the missing pilot is ongoing, authorities said.
Divers searched a large pond while investigators combed nearby woods Saturday for any sign of the pilot of a volunteer Angel Flight that crashed in upstate New York, killing two passengers.
LA stoplights synchronized but road war endures
LA stoplights synchronized but road war endures
It seems the impossible has occurred: The nation's most congested city has become a model for traffic control.
It seems that the impossible has occurred: The nation's most congested city has become a model for traffic control.
Tornado upon them, quick choices decided fate
Tornado upon them, quick choices decided fate
They say you should never make a big decision when you're emotional. But what if there's barely a moment to think and a life-or-death choice looming?
They say you should never make a big decision when you're emotional. But what if there's barely a moment to think and a life-or-death choice looming?

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HS Diamond Scores, Friday, May 24
HS Diamond Scores, Friday, May 24
Updated: Saturday, May 25 2013 1:23 AM EDT2013-05-25 05:23:48 GMT
SoftballReg. I-3A Final#3 Burkburnett#2 KennedalePPDMake-Up: 6 p.m. Saturday in BridgeportReg. I-A Final#6 Albany#4 PetroliaLateGame 2: 1 p.m. Saturday in BowieGame 3: 30 minutes later (if nec)BaseballReg.
Scores from a weather-delayed night of baseball and softball!
Windthorst Rallies for Game 1 Win
Windthorst Rallies for Game 1 Win
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 12:09 AM EDT2013-05-24 04:09:02 GMT
HS BaseballReg. II-A Semifinal - Weatherford CollegeDawson 6Windthorst 7Final/Gm 1WIN: 6 runs in bottom of 7th inningGame 2: Friday, 5 p.m. at WCGame 3: 30 minutes later, if necessaryReg. I-4A SemifinalRiderCanyonGame
Windthorst scored 6 in the seventh inning; Rider's Game 1 changes locations
Texoma Players in Baseball All-Star Games
Texoma Players in Baseball All-Star Games
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 12:08 AM EDT2013-05-24 04:08:28 GMT
Greater West Texas Baseball Coaches' AssociationClass 4A/5A North teamPayton Geisinger, 2B/3B, RiderAustin Hagy, P/1B, RiderDavid Pewenofkit 1B/P, RiderNick Russell, SS/IF, RiderMason Stone, C, Rider (Alternate)Class
Six Rider Raiders and several other Texomans will play in All-Star games this summer
Hirschi Seniors Headed to WBU
Hirschi Seniors Headed to WBU
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:51 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:51:26 GMT
Two more Hirschi High School seniors will be studying and playing sports at Wayland Baptist University in Plainview, Texas next year!Adam Jackson (soccer) and Monesha Williams (track) became the latest
Adam Jackson and Monesha Williams are both headed to Plainview

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