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“It’s just a headache”: Waco resident stuck with piles of brush along her front yard after issues with city pick up
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - When Waco was hit with severe storms over the last few months, many residents were left with downed trees and branches all over their yard. Some residents are still cleaning up all the brush, and one Waco resident says she’s frustrated after learning that the city is no longer picking up large piles of brush and debris.
City of Waco budget proposes increase to monthly utility bill
MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas — Waco homeowners could see an increase in their monthly utility bill — the increase would come out to an additional $7.38 a month. The increase in monthly fee's would go towards replacing the City of Waco's "aging" and "decaying" infrastructure. From 2023 to 2024...
Famous Texas Singer Not Allowed on Texas Campus Since 1988
Just about everyone on the planet has heard the name of the Texas legend, Willie Nelson. As soon as you hear his name you probably think of one or two things, the most common would be his music and his love for marijuana. He has created a wonderful music career and continues to assist and create awareness for things he cares about such as helping American farmers. But before his career blew up, he spent some time at a university in Texas, but he has since been banned from that university.
Lake Appreciation Month: Celebrating Our Regional Water Source
Celebrating Lake Appreciation Month in July offers a fitting opportunity to reflect on the vital role that Lake Waco plays in our community. This month-long observance allows us to recognize the decades of effort, planning, and collaboration that have gone into securing a reliable water supply for Waco and its surrounding areas.
Community weighs in on new Waco ISD superintendent following Kincannon retirement announcement
WACO, Texas — On Tuesday, July 9, a group of around 20 parents gathered in the G.W. Carver cafeteria to discuss the state of the Waco Independent School District following Dr. Susan Kincannon's retirement announcement. The issues discussed ranged from the need of experience as a superintendent, to the...
Waco's newest Chief Economic Development Officer shares his vision for film & TV in the city
WACO, Texas (KXXV) — The City of Waco’s newest Chief Economic Development Officer is a film and TV fan, and plans to make his way out to the Waco Independent Film Festival to show his support. Senior neighborhood reporter Bobby Poitevint caught up with him before, and Danny...
Space for Waste or Waste of Space?
I’m sure many of us have heard about Waco’s landfill, whether it be a complaint about the smell out in Woodway or an argument about where to build a new one. The Waco landfill is simultaneously the bane of many’s existence and one of the most important operations in this city and its surrounding communities. Hence, the never-ending discussion about the space persists.
Chip Gaines Spruces Up Waco Baseball Field With Some Help From Bobcat and Volunteers
The city of Waco, Texas, got a spruced up youth ballfield yesterday, thanks to Fixer Upper host and Magnolia cofounder Chip Gaines and Bobcat Company. Chip is a huge baseball fan, passionate supporter of youth sports and an advocate for all kids having access to safe, upgraded youth sports and play spaces. Chip personally helped renovate a Waco youth baseball field badly in need of a makeover.
Waco-McLennan Public Health Has A New Look
The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District has a new look!. The colors of the new logo represent the different divisions they serve:. • Light blue represents Health Education, Epidemiology, and Public Health Emergency Preparedness. • Green represents environmental health. • Yellow represents Vital Statistics (birth and death certificates) • Orange...
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