City Beat Weekly News Report (February 3, 2025 – February 7, 2025)

February 7, 2025

A summary of this past week’s stories: A portion of Circle Road received an honorary designation as Pet Circle Road to celebrate the work of the Pet Circle Regional Animal Center. With a significant increase in influenza cases in the region, the Waco-McLennan County Public Health District is urging residents to take necessary precautions to…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (February 6 – February 10, 2023)

February 10, 2023

A summary of stories for this past week: Historic marker honoring Jesse Washington is unveiled in downtown Waco La Vega High Accounting students help with income tax preparation at Waco library. Baylor students facilitate “SciGirls” Club at Dewey Community Center. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 1, 2024 – January 5, 2024)

January 5, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: Cameron Park Zoo welcomes “Eleanor,” a new Masai giraffe from the San Diego Zoo. City of Waco Parks and Recreation install new play equipment at the Dewey and Doris Miller Community Centers. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 13, 2025 – January 17, 2025)

January 17, 2025

A summary of this past week’s stories: City of Waco held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center. The window for filing as a candidate in the upcoming May elections is open now through February 14th. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 15, 2024 – January 19, 2024)

January 19, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: Filing for City of Waco’s general election on May 4 is now open. Interested residents have until Friday, February 16th to apply. Waco-McLennan County Libraries are collecting blankets, towels and bedding for the animal shelter. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 20, 2025 – January 24, 2025)

January 24, 2025

A summary of this past week’s stories: The Grand Re-Opening of the Doris Miller Community Pool took place Saturday, January 25 at the Doris Miller Community Center. Waco Mayor Jim Holmes issued a proclamation declaring January 22 as “Texas Association of Convention and Visitors Bureau Day.” The City of Waco is set to receive $3.2…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 22, 2024 – January 26, 2024)

January 26, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: Progress continues on Cameron Park Zoo’s Penguin Shores exhibit, on track to open this Summer. Waco was featured on the Today Show with Hoda and Jenna as one of the world’s top five travel destinations this year. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 27, 2025 – January 31, 2025)

January 31, 2025

A summary of this past week’s stories: Waco-McLennan Public Health is holding a “10 Healthy Tips” class at the Doris Miller Community Center on Fridays through March 7th. The course is free and aims to improve community wellness. The Grand Re-Opening of the Doris Miller Community Pool took place Saturday, January 25 at the Doris…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 29, 2024 – February 2, 2024)

February 2, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: A Waco Transit driver saves a life. Water flows to the Waco Wetlands for the first time in nearly two years. Local residents can once again recycle glass at four purple bin locations around the city. The City of Waco is awarded its first Transparency Star for easy…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 30 – February 3, 2023)

February 3, 2023

A summary of stories for this past week: City of Waco prepared for winter freeze. Cobbs Recycling Center has a new address and entrance. An update on WPD Tower window replacement. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 6, 2025 – January 10, 2025)

January 10, 2025

A summary of this past week’s stories: City of Waco and the Cameron Park Zoo prepare for cold temperatures and possible icy conditions. City of Waco invests in the community with the Corridor Beautification Incentive Program for owners and tenants in designated priority corridors. Residents had the opportunity recycle their Christmas trees at the annual…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 8, 2024 – January 12, 2024)

January 12, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy is honored at the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Waco Multi-Purpose Center. Waco Fire holds a ground-breaking ceremony for Station 15 in West Waco. Construction continues on the MKT Hike & Bike train in East Waco. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com…

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