City Beat Weekly News Report (April 21, 2025 – April 25, 2025)

A summary of this past week’s stories: Waco Fire Department promoted three firefighters this week, one to Lieutenant and two to Engineer… Construction on the final phase of the Interstate 35 expansion project has begun with work on the northbound frontage road from Highway 6 to New Road. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com…

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Taste of Waco: Jorge’s Cantina (We Are Waco)

As part of our We Are Waco series, enjoy a ‘Taste of Waco’ and traditional coastal Mexican cuisine with some Texas flair at Jorge’s Cantina! Hear about their most popular menu items, how they designed and created their food and bar menus, how Waco has supported them over the years, and so much more! Showcasing…

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Color Our World: Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge

Read. Explore. Create. Win Prizes! The Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge is here! Log your reading in the Beanstack App, complete activities, and win prizes from June 1-July 31. Open to all ages, because reading is for everyone. Learn more at wacolibarary.org.

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City Beat Weekly News Report (April 14, 2025 – April 18, 2025)

A summary of this past week’s stories: The Easter Bunny paid a visit to the West Waco Library, to lead kids on an Easter egg hunt. TxDOT began reconstruction of Waco Drive between Valley Mills Drive and Business Route 77. Cameron Park Zoo is offering a special “Penguin Encounter” experience between now and November. Spots…

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