City Beat Weekly News Report (January 12, 2026 – January 16, 2026)
A summary of this past week’s stories: The City of Waco unveiled the new Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center in East Waco on Friday, January 16. The new facility will offer hands-on learning for all ages in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Cameron Park Zoo announced the birth and name of Ravi, a new baby orangutan.…
Read MoreSpaceX Dragon Spacecraft at Bledsoe-Miller Steam Center
This SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, on display at the Bledsoe-Miller Steam Center, flew on three space missions and spent a total of 98 days on-orbit.
Read MoreShop Waco: Collect ‘Em Again (We Are Waco)
As part of our We Are Waco series, enjoy a ‘Shop Waco’ look at the hotspot to buy, sell, and trade cards, comics, and collectibles – Collect ‘Em Again! Learn about how a childhood passion grew into this store, the wide selection of items they carry, why Waco feels like home, and so much more!…
Read MoreSpecial Plan Commission (January 15, 2026)
City Beat Weekly News Report (January 5, 2026 – January 9, 2026)
A summary of this past week’s stories: Mayor Jim Holmes spoke at the Hispanic Leaders’ Network on Friday, January 9, giving an overview the city’s priorities, progress, and vision for the future. Filing for the May 2nd municipal election opens January 14th for Mayor and the seats representing districts one and three. Applications for the…
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Clint Harp Designs Table for New Waco Welcome Center
Carpenter and furniture artisan Clint Harp designed a table for the new Waco Welcome Center downtown. Stop by the Welcome Center and see Clint’s beautiful table. For more, visit waco-texas.com
Read MoreCity Beat-Chipping of the Green (January 5, 2026)
On January third, the City of Waco hosted its annual ‘Chipping of the Green’ event where residents could get their Christmas trees mulched for free at the Cobbs Recycling Center.
Read MoreCity Beat Weekly News Report (December 29, 2025 – January 2, 2026)
A summary of this past week’s stories: Final preparations are taking place for the upcoming grand opening ribbon-cutting at the Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center. The Waco City Council has approved a contract to restore the lighting on the Interstate frontage road bridges over the Brazos River. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat
Read MoreCaptain Atom: Visits China Spring Robotics
Captain Atom: “I got this.” China Spring Robotics: “No, you don’t. Watch our mascot as he gets ready for the Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center debut! Special thanks to the China Spring Robotics class for showing us how it’s done. Stay tuned and follow Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center on social media for more behind-the-scenes adventures, updates, and ways…
Read MoreBlack Tie Adoption Event at Pet Circle
Let’s celebrate dogs who came into this world already wearing their black-and-white tuxedos—no tailoring required! These dapper pups are FREE to adopt December 26th through January 4. Dr. Vallon and Chance donned their fanciest attire alongside shelter dogs Myrtle Woofson, Olive, and Dipper to show there’s nothing ordinary about these pups. They’re loving and playful, but…
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