City Beat Weekly News Report (February 16, 2026 – February 20, 2026)

A summary of this past week’s stories: February 28th will be the last day of operations at the Waco landfill. We are transitioning to the new landfill and transfer station, effective March 2nd. Students, parents, and teachers who attended school at 500 N. University Parks Drive were invited to a conversation on the future of…

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Markers in Time: The Jockey Club

In 1920, Woodrow “Buster” Anderson opened the Jockey Club Barbershop — the first Black-owned barbershop in Waco. It was originally located in the square around Waco City Hall. The barbershop was designated as a City of Waco Historic Landmark in 2023, and it continues to serve its community on Elm Avenue.  

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Waco ISD Alumni Meeting: Waco Downtown Redevelopment Project

To the generations of students, parents, and teachers who attended school at 500 N. University Parks Drive — from Jefferson-Moore High School to Indian Spring Middle School — join us for a night centered on your memories and stories to learn how they help shape the future of the school property.  The alumni meeting will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m.…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (February 9, 2026 – February 13, 2026)

A summary of this past week’s stories: The new STEAM Center officially took flight on Saturday February seventh with the “Family Fun Launch Day.” More than 150 faith leaders from across Waco gathered for the 2026 Faith Leaders Summit at the Waco Convention Center. City of Waco recognized more than 35 staff employees with 5…

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