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TxDOT seeks public input on proposed roundabout at US 84, Business 77 in Waco
WACO, Texas — A major Waco interchange could be redesigned to include a two-lane roundabout, with improvements being considered by the Texas Department of Transportation. TxDOT is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to the US 84 and Business 77 intersection, commonly known as the Potts Interchange, in McLennan County.
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Waco man marks 50 years working at Oakwood Cemetery
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Joe Cervantez has worked at Oakwood Cemetery in Waco for 50 years. For half a century, he has helped make sure everything is ready when families arrive to say their final goodbyes. “This is something I’ve always loved to do and something I’ve always done,” Cervantez...
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Friendship Villa planned to bring affordable housing, support services to Waco
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - A proposed affordable housing development in Waco would combine 65 apartments with support services for residents seeking to live independently. Friendship Villa is planned for an empty lot at 2001 South 18th St., next to the Waco ISD Transportation Center. The project is expected to cost about $20 million.
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Waco closes portion of riverwalk for two weeks as Barron’s Branch development project moves forward
Waco, TX – A section of the Waco Riverwalk between Washington and Jefferson avenues will be temporarily closed for approximately two weeks to accommodate the Barron’s Branch development project. The City of Waco and Parks and Recreation Department announced the closure, advising pedestrians to use the sidewalk along...
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Central Texas food truck owners pushing back on new licensing law
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Hundreds Gather For Waco Veterans Day Parade
WACO (FOX 44) — Hundreds lined Austin Avenue in Downtown Waco for the 103rd Annual Waco Veterans Day Parade! The route started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, near the intersection of Austin Avenue and 13th Street, and continued down Austin Avenue toward City Hall. The Downtown Waco Veterans Day Parade website says “Every Veterans Day, […]
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Waco officials remind residents of Veterans Day closures and changes to trash and recycling collection
Waco, TX – The City of Waco has announced changes to municipal services on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day, including office closures and a one-day delay in trash and recycling collection. Trash and recycling scheduled for Wednesday will instead be collected Thursday, November 12, while Thursday...
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WBB Welcomes Third-Ranked Class on National Signing Day
WACO, Texas – Baylor women's basketball coach Nicki Collen announced the addition of On3's and 247Sports' No. 3 and espnW's No. 5 recruiting class on National Signing Day Wednesday. The class of 2027 includes two five-star and one four-star recruits who rank among the top 50 national prospects. Miciah...
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VB Announces Signings of Natalie Kitts and Sophia Puleo
WACO, Texas — Baylor volleyball head coach Ryan McGuyre announced the signing of Natalie Kitts and Sophia Puleo to the program's 2027 signing class. Both players are nationally ranked prospects, with Kitts bringing her talents from Katy, Texas, and Puleo joining the Bears from Tampa, Fla. Kitts, a 6-foot-4...
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Axtell shortstop Levi Leathers signs with Arkansas baseball
AXTELL, Texas (KWTX) — Axtell shortstop Levi Leathers signed with the University of Arkansas baseball program, becoming the first Longhorn to sign with a Division I Power Four program. Leathers is also a quarterback for Axtell’s football team, one of the best in the area. The state-ranked Longhorns enter...
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No. 7 BYU visits No. 23 Baylor, hosts Texas Tech
PROVO, Utah — No. 7 BYU women's volleyball faces a split week, traveling to Waco for a Top 25 matchup at No. 23 Baylor before returning home to host Texas Tech. The Cougars (20-1, 12-0 Big 12) and Bears will meet Thursday at 7 p.m. CT, while BYU and the Red Raiders are set for a Saturday evening matchup at 6 p.m. MT.
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FOX 44 News
More closures on Hwy 6 twin bridges Tuesday night
Waco, Tx ( FOX44) – Because weather delayed work scheduled for Monday, the twin bridges over Lake Waco were to be closed Tuesday night for transporting concrete bridge caps. The caps are part of the reconstruction of the bridges. Due to the size of the precast bridge caps, temporary rolling closures of State Highway 6 […]