Waco-area news briefs: Friends of the Library book sale set for Nov. 12-15
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
schools
Waco ISD officials highlighted the district’s varied offerings, shared budgetary pressures and called for community support in their first State of the District presentation Friday at the Waco Convention Center....
News
After a near-fatal heart attack, Dempsey Bonner is back home and preparing for Whitney’s homecoming. Through it all, his message has remained the same — Give God the glory....
Local
Waco will tackle an estimated $1.4 million in utility work to prepare for TxDOT's planned widening of Steinbeck Bend Drive.
News
The clock doesn't decide whether your day is productive, meaningful or well-spent. You do. And no matter what time it says, that responsibility remains the same....
government
The WNBA Board of Governors approved the sale of the Connecticut Sun to a company led by Houston Rockets owner Tilman J. Fertitta in May.
schools
It’s time for the Baylor runners to start their finishing kick. The postseason has arrived in earnest.
Local
A new pre-professional soccer team is coming to Waco and neighbors get to decide what it will be called. Waco USL2 is part of the United Soccer League, a pathway for athletes who have the goal of becoming professional soccer players. WATCH HERE: New pre-professional soccer team i...
News
Happy Halloween Weekend! We are expecting some wet weather across the area tonight into Saturday morning. Lows tonight will fall into the low to mid 60s. Saturday, showers will start off the day, but as of now, it appears we should see decreasing rain chances Saturday evening jus...
business
A recall has been issued for Ashwagandha capsules sold at Whole Foods stores across the country due to potential salmonella contamination. Vitality Works Inc. is recalling lot number 2025-26227 of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, 120...
government
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – The Baylor University Board of Regents received updates on a range of issues affecting higher education during its regular fall meeting. This comes as institutional leaders continue efforts to position the university for long-term success. The Board heard r...
safety
The McLennan County Sheriff's Office has arrested and charged man with solicitation of prostitution following an eight-week investigation. Henry Bettis was arrested as he was leaving a local hotel. The investigation began after an investigator received a complaint from a parole s...
