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City in Texas, United States
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Wichita Falls is a town in the North Central Plains of Texas, named for Wichita Indians who lived near waterfalls on what is now the Wichita River. In 1882, Fort Worth and Denver Railroad brought the first train to the area, establishing the town as an agricultural and trade center. The oil boom in the early 1900s made city headquarters for north Texas petroleum production, service and manufacturing. The city is the seat for Wichita County and a leading gateway to Texas on I-44. It's a major trade and industrial center with economy based on Sheppard Air Force Base, oil processing and other varied manufacturing.
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A historic community localle since 1908. The theater features mainstream musical and drama productions. Their website lists an upcoming production calendar.
A technical training center, one of the largest of five in the U.S. and hosts the largest NATO pilot training program in the world.
An architectural curiosity 40 feet tall with a 118 square foot base with a big claim for itself.
A recreation of the tumbly little cascade after which the town was named. You can see it from the southbound approach on I-44 or alternatively hike to it from a small parking area just west of the Broad Street underpass with I-44 (remember to secure belongings).
One of the city's largest parks, which is near downtown Wichita Falls and includes the walking trail which follows the river and leads up to the waterfalls. Lucy Park includes some great bike trails, a frisbee golf field, a swinging bridge, nice playgrounds, and picnic areas.
The park is a fun and family-friendly place to spend those hot Texas summer days. With several water slides, a wavepool, and a lazy river, Casaway Cove is excellent fun for the price. Season passes are available.
As the host of the annual Texas & Oklahoma (T&O) Junior Golf Tournament, the city has spent a lot of time and effort in maintaining the 18-hole golf courses. The Champions Course at Weeks Park is a newly renovated course, with excellent greens and long, wide fairways. The Wichita Falls Country Club course is beautifully designed and well-kept. It features many challenging holes, with water hazards and carry-over shots. In Bearby Burkburnett is Rivercreek Golf Course. A great course for any level of player, Rivercreek features very open fairways.
Downtown near the old train depot, at Ohio and 8th Street. The market features peaches, plums, berries, melons, and veggies.
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Smoked beef barbeque. The sauce is to die for. A hole-in-the-wall dive, Branding Iron is a favorite to Wichitans and visitors from all over!
Homestyle Tex-Mex in a historic part of downtown, across from the renovated Holt Hotel & Lofts. Casa Mañana has been here for decades and is "home of the red taco", a wonderfully creative and authentic spin on your basic taco. The salsa is hot and addictive.
A locally owned Japanese hibachi grill. But this is not your average hibachi grill. The special hibachi steak sauce is amazing. Another great favorite of locals and visitors.
Parkway is a local sports bar with memorabilia collected by the owner over many years.
Koch's Liquor is a good liquor store to find almost any of your favorite brands.
Falls Ride is the local bus service.75 - 5-18 years old, children under 5 are free. You can receive one free transfer for each fare you pay. A pass for 20 rides is available for $25 for adults.
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