City Beat Weekly News Report (July 3 – July 7, 2023)

July 7, 2023

A summary of this past week’s stories: The annual Fourth on the Brazos celebration returns to Touchdown Alley. Cameron Park Zoo welcomes a new baby giraffe. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

City Beat Weekly News Report (July 31 – August 4, 2023)

August 4, 2023

A summary of this past week’s stories: The City of Waco Safety receives the “2023 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety Award” from the National Safety Council for the eighth time. The Waco Animal Shelter is full and looking for new forever homes for the animals there. The Waco Fire Department pins two new…

City Beat Weekly News Report (July 5, 2026 – July 10, 2026)

July 10, 2026

City Beat Weekly News Report (July 7, 2025 – July 11, 2025)

July 11, 2025

A summary of this past week’s stories: Thanks to microchipping, Pet Circle was able to reunite a dog named “Blue” with its owners in Corpus Christie after vanishing in the wake of Hurricane Harvey eight years ago! It’s mosquito season and the recent rains have only enhanced potential breeding grounds for the insect. Follow these…

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

July 12, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: The Humane Society of Central Texas is offering free pet adoption through the month of July. Recent flooding closed two area bridges, with the Eichelberger Crossing bridge remaining closed for the foreseeable future. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

City Beat Weekly News Report (June 1, 2026 – June 5, 2026)

June 5, 2026

A summary of this past week’s stories: The 2026 City Academy class was recognized in a graduation ceremony at Tuesday’s City Council Meeting. The Barron’s Branch Phase of the Downtown Redevelopment Project is underway, with the demolition of the former school on University Parks Drive. For the tenth year in a row, “Locals Love Us”…

City Beat Weekly News Report (June 10, 2024 – June 14, 2024)

June 14, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: The Waco-McLennan County Library hosted Mr. Symon’s “Hot Toast Music” for some fun, interactive music play with children. This week, Waco Police Department hosted the “Safer Together Initiative” at local Community Centers. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

City Beat Weekly News Report (June 12 – June 16, 2023)

June 16, 2023

A summary of this past week’s stories: Waco’s three Recreation Centers join forces to celebrate Juneteenth. Waco Library’s Mission Summer Reading Challenge kicked off with a new story (and mustache?) at the Dewey Park Storywalk… Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

City Beat Weekly News Report (June 15, 2026 – June 19, 2026)

June 18, 2026

A summary of this past week’s stories: Waco first responders worked through heavy rain early this week to minimize damage to area infrastructure and property. Waco-McLennan Health hosted a Town Hall Meeting to discuss the new statewide mobile food vendor licensing law. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

City Beat Weekly News Report (June 16, 2025 – June 20, 2025)

June 20, 2025

A summary of this past week’s stories: Baylor University Football players took some time off during content day to generate marketing material with dogs from Pet Circle Regional Animal Center. Creative Waco, in partnership with the City of Waco, is seeking original artwork from McLennan County artists to be installed on utility boxes around Waco.…

City Beat Weekly News Report (June 17, 2024 – June 21, 2024)

June 21, 2024

A summary of this past week’s stories: Juneteenth was celebrated in Waco this past week with a variety of events and activities. Construction of Fire Station 15 continues in West Waco. Summer Camp programs are well underway at all three Waco Community Centers. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

City Beat Weekly News Report (June 19 – June 23, 2023)

June 23, 2023

A summary of this past week’s stories: The City of Waco and the Human Society of Central Texas hold a ribbon cutting ceremony unveiling the facility’s new Shade Pavilion Courtyard. The 2023 Waco City Academy graduates receive their diplomas at this week’s City Council meeting. Artist Manca Ahlin installs her Mammoth artwork, one of several…