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City of Bryan Update On The Infomaniacs Includes An Upcoming Retirement
The city of Bryan’s City Secretary, Mary Lynne Stratta, visited with WTAW’s Scott DeLucia about recruiting for boards, committees, and commissions. At the end of the visit, Stratta announced she will be retiring August 22nd after 34 years with the city, all in that position. Stratta also said...
Treat of the Day: B/CS Chamber of Commerce donates $50,000 to local organizations
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) -The B/CS Chamber of Commerce has donated almost $50,000 to local organizations over the past year. This includes $32,426.78 for the Brazos County Youth Livestock Association, $9,753.65 for the Texas Restaurant Association and $5,674.13 for the 100 Club. These donations are to show support for the community.
Bryan police seek help identifying person of interest in school burglary
BRYAN, Texas — The Bryan Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying a person of interest in connection with a burglary at a local elementary school. Items from the Special Education Department were specifically targeted during the incident, according to the Bryan Police Department. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Bryan Police Department at 979-209-5375.
First Edition Bookstore on Avenue D to hold grand opening
Located at the corner of Avenue D and Main Street, in one of the former Ledger Furniture storefronts, First Edition Bookstore opens its doors each day to customers, offering a book for just about anyone and everyone. Owner Mario Vasquez opened the doors to First Edition at the end of...
Gold Burger Diner brings retro dining experience to downtown Georgetown
Gold Burger Diner opened to customers in Georgetown in mid July. (Chloe Young/Community Impact) Retro burger joint Gold Burger Diner opened at the Georgetown Square in mid-July. What’s on the menu. The diner serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, including burgers and southern classics like liver and onions and chicken...
Second person found guilty in Waco murder case
Another suspect is facing a prison sentence related to the murder of Waco resident Elizabeth Romero, according to a press release from the office of District Attorney Dustin H. Boyd. Gatesville resident Erin Bailey Finchum, 37, was found guilty by a Coryell County jury on Monday for the offense of...
I’m raising my husband’s ex-wife’s baby – we took him in at 11 days old & I’ve never met his real mum
A woman is raising her husband's ex-wife's baby after she died five days after giving birth. Chrissie Werts, 49, and husband, Wesley, 46, got a phone call in August 2021 to say his ex-wife was in hospital with Covid and was pregnant. Wesley was warned his ex-wife was extremely unwell...
Marlin residents expected to give away more than 400 backpacks full of supplies for local students
MARLIN, Texas (KXXV) — "This is just one of giving back to the community and helping the kids as they head back to school,” said President of the Marlin Juneteenth club, Hermetta Paul. As Marlin residents prepare to head back to school in August, local businesses are banding...
Brazos Valley Food Bank to host annual Feast of Caring
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - The Brazos Valley Food Bank wants to invite you to a buffet lunch that supports their work to feed those in our community. The 31st annual Feast of Caring fundraiser is Wednesday, August 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brazos Center in Bryan.
More art to come in Temple as part of the I-35 East-West Gateway Project
TEMPLE, Texas (KXXV) — A new piece of art has caught the eyes of many Central Texans — it's a part of the I-35 East-West Gateway Project. The project started in October 2023 as part of the city's Strategic and Comprehensive plan to encourage public art and design throughout neighborhoods, helping to keep Temple beautiful.
Natural Grocers moving into vacant CVS pharmacy building on Valley Mills in Waco
WACO, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Natural Grocers is looking to move into the old CVS building in Waco at 601 N Valley Mills Drive. Katie Macarelli, Director of Public Relations for Natural Grocers, said the grocer has applied for a building permit for tenant improvements and expects the store to open sometime in the next six months.
Waco woman arrested after assaulting neighbor, breaking into her home for ‘messing with her baby daddy’: affidavit
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - A Waco woman was arrested after assaulting her neighbor, breaking into her home and ripping down her security cameras for “messing with her baby daddy,” according to an arrest affidavit. Elexus Williamson, 25, is charged with burglary of habitation, according to the affidavit. On...
Tesla grows footprint in Texas with 183k-sq-ft building in Taylor: report
It appears that Tesla is growing its footprint in Austin, Texas even further, with the electric vehicle maker reportedly leasing a 183,000-square-foot rail-served building in the RCR Taylor Logistics Park in Taylor, Texas. As per the Austin Business Journal, the addition of the Taylor building will result in Tesla having...
Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day with free, discounted deals
SAN ANTONIO – It’s never a wrong time to eat wings, especially on National Chicken Wing Day. Several restaurants will offer discounts and free wings for National Chicken Wing Day on July 29. You can grab a bite or two at participating restaurants celebrating the day. Applebee’s: You...
The City of Hillsboro works on getting new stores in outlet mall
HILLSBORO, Texas (KXXV) — The Hillsboro Outlet Mall can become what it once was, filled. And city officials are doing their best to make that happen. City officials said they have a ten year plan to revive the mall. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:. "I think the last time I shopped here...
San Antonio is the No. 1 aging-friendly city in the US
San Antonio's abundance of aging-friendly homes makes it the No. 1 destination for baby boomers looking to relocate, according to a new report. Why it matters: Nationwide, there's a shortage of homes with features an aging population wants. Only 43% of all multistory homes have both a bedroom and a...
David Pollack Names CFB Powerhouse That Has 'No Chance' To Contend This Season
The Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns have one of the greatest rivalries in all of college sports. The Longhorns hold a 63-51-5 advantage all time, but the Sooners have dominated the rivalry since 2000, winning 17 out of 25 games. Both schools will face a new challenge as they join the SEC this ...
Austin's 'HOME' policy to add residential housing options expands this summer
Dozens of residential projects under Austin's new HOME allowances are proposed or in progress around the city. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) Austinites will soon begin seeing more varied types of housing in their neighborhoods under both phases of HOME, or Housing Options for Middle-Income Empowerment, rolling out this year. HOME was...
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