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Sports Take: Baylor football is (finally) fun again
It only took Baylor football one game to match its 2023 home win total. The bar wasn’t high. After an abysmal 2023 that saw just one home victory (and a miserably rainy one at that), fan enthusiasm cratered. Nevertheless, head coach Dave Aranda embraced a new vision for Baylor football, featuring a high-flying offense, a bevy of new transfers and a defense orchestrated by Aranda himself. Early returns look promising.
Harambee Revive returns to Waco for the first time since 1999
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - The first Harambee festival in Waco since 1999 brought different cultures together at the Bridge Street Plaza. Harambee is a Swahili term that means “Let’s pull together.” Harambee Revive in Waco was meant to bring together all cultures to learn and celebrate with each other.
Baylor Football Throttles Tarleton State in 2024 Season Opener
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — Dave Aranda’s Baylor Bears wasted no time in dominating Tarleton State in the 2024 season opener, winning easily 45-3. The Bears got a banner night from new starting quarterback Dequan Finn, the 5th-year senior transfer from Toledo. Finn threw for two touchdowns and ran for another to key the rout […]
Debate begins about expanding or relocating Williamson County jail, justice center
GEORGETOWN, Texas - This month, Williamson County began publicly weighing whether the jail and justice center should expand in downtown Georgetown or relocate entirely. In the next 20 years, the county is expecting its population to grow to 1.4 million people, a 192 percent increase. That will mean more inmates...
Latest Forecast with Meteorologist Zavian Colón
While Labor Day weekend won’t be a washout, those with outdoor events should plan for the possibility of interruptions due to scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms. No severe weather is expected. Highs will be in the upper 80s to lower 90s.
Camp Briteside Brew Court and Meatery: Unique Family-Friendly Dining Experience Opens in Georgetown, TX
UPDATE 9.1.24 8:51 am – Hours of operation added. Georgetown, get excited! Camp Briteside Brew Court and Meatery, located on the Westside of Georgetown, is celebrating its grand opening this Sunday, September 1st, at 11 a.m. After a few days of private soft opening events to warm up, they’re...
Lake Travis Crushes Martin 52-12 With Second-Half Surge
Lake Travis Separates From Martin In Second Half Offensive Frenzy. Despite a competitive first half, Lake Travis dominated Martin after the break, destroying the Warriors 52-12 at Cowtaw Stadium. The Cavaliers opened regulation by charging 47 yards on 11 plays, culminating in running back Vann Hopping rushing for a yard...
Vanguard Opens Coach Schupback Era With Victory
BRYAN, Texas (FOX 44) — Waco Vanguard football kicked off the era for first year coach Brad Schupbach with a victory, defeating Bellville Faith Academy 70-56 on Saturday afternoon in Bryan. The Vikings found themselves behind 19-6 after the first quarter, but pulled to within a 31-22 deficit at...
Brake Plus to Open New Location in Temple, Texas: Here is the Site
The southeast corner of Canyon Creek Drive and 31st Street in Temple, Texas, will soon host a new Brake Plus service facility, according to recent filings. The national auto service center will occupy approximately 4,900 square feet, with construction expected to be completed by June 2025. This location holds a...
Football Recap: Weiss Starts Season with Victory on the Road
Weiss had to kick off their season on the road on Thursday, but they showed no ill effects. They slipped by the McNeil Mavericks 42-41. Nick Johnson went supernova for Weiss, rushing for 202 yards and two touchdowns. Another player making a difference was Jaxon Schad, who threw for 245 yards and two touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes.
From 8-hour days to paid sick leave, Texas A&M law professor reflects on gains of labor movement
Michael Z. Green directs the Workplace Law Program at Texas A&M University School of Law. His experience as a manager, fresh out of college, led him to get a law degree as well as a master’s in human resources and industrial labor relations. He’s worked in a corporate legal department, a firm representing labor unions and a boutique employment law firm. He calls his current role teaching and mentoring students in workplace law a “labor of love.”
Eagles lose to Troy 52-28 in season opener
In a renewed rivalry game, Troy took advantage of turnovers and special teams play to beat the hosting Salado Eagles 54-28 at Eagle Stadium Aug. 30. The game was very competitive in the first half, despite the Trojans capitalizing on two turnovers. Troy took advantage of a Lincoln Hossfeld fumble...
Football Recap: Round Rock Starts Season with Win Against Shoemaker
Round Rock gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They came out on top against the Shoemaker Wolves by a score of 22-14. The victory was all the more spectacular given the Dragons' disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 203rd, while the Wolves are ranked 75th).
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