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Wichita Falls ISD Almost Faced a State Takeover. Here's What Happened

Debbie Dobbins

Published on: 31/08/2026

Wichita Falls ISD faced the possibility of state intervention after years of academic challenges. Here's what happened, what changed, and what families moving to Wichita Falls should know.

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Stop Reading the Headlines: Is Buying a Home Still Worth It?

Debbie Dobbins

Published on: 29/07/2026

The headlines say homeownership is out of reach. Here's what the numbers actually show about buying vs. renting and why Wichita Falls is different.

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Starting Over in Wichita Falls - (Even If You Know No One)

Debbie Dobbins

Published on: 22/06/2026

Moving to Wichita Falls and know no one? Debbie Dobbins shares how she built a thriving life and 36,000-member community from scratch. Your guide starts here.

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