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Local church lowers gas prices for local residents
By Chantale Belefanti at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 12, 2026
· 2 min read
Glory Bell Church in Waco raised over $5,000 in donations to help bring down the price of gas for residents. The event was held at Buzzy Gas Station from 9 am to 11 am Dozens of residents attended the eventBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:I barely got paid today," said resident Pablo Carreron.Pablo Carreon ...
Key takeaway The event was held at Buzzy Gas Station from 9 am to 11 am Dozens of residents attended the eventBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:I barely got paid today," said resident Pablo Carreron.
Why this matters in The Waco
The Gas Buy-Down event held by Glory Bell Church at Buzzy Gas Station is a welcome relief for many Waco residents struggling with the high cost of living. With gas prices in Waco averaging $3.45 per gallon for regular and $4.29 per gallon for premium, the church's effort to bring down the price to $0.99 cents a gallon is a significant help. The fact that dozens of residents attended the event and the church was able to raise over $5,000 in donations speaks to the strong sense of community in Waco. This initiative is also a testament to the church's commitment to serving its neighbors, particularly during difficult times. As the city continues to navigate economic challenges, it will be interesting to see if other local organizations and businesses follow Glory Bell Church's lead in finding creative ways to support residents and alleviate financial burdens.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Glory Bell Church in Waco raised over $5,000 in donations to help bring down the price of gas for residents. The event was held at Buzzy Gas Station from 9 am to 11 am Dozens of residents attended the eventBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:I barely got paid today," said resident Pablo Carreron.Pablo Carreon ...
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