City Beat Weekly News Report (February 2, 2026 – February 6, 2026)

By | February 6, 2026

A summary of this past week’s stories: The Waco Fire Department hosted the “Battle of the Badges” 5K and fun run last weekend. Public Works crews replaced several trees damaged by recent seasonal extreme weather around Heritage Square. On Mondays through April 13th, the Waco-McLennan County Library is hosting students from the LaVega High School…

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SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft at Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center Waco

By | February 4, 2026

The Dragon Spacecraft on display at the Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center in Waco was generously donated by SpaceX to inspire your imagination! It is one of the very few on display in the world, and this specific Dragon supported three important space missions. This Dragon cargo spacecraft was launched to the International Space Station (ISS) by…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 26, 2026 – January 30, 2026)

By | January 30, 2026

A summary of this past week’s stories: City employees worked through the long, cold weekend to keep the city safe and running. Cameron Park Zoo welcomes its new penguin couple, Elizabeth and Amigo, and Bandit, a black-footed cat. Find City Beat and more at mywacotv.com #wacotexas #wacotx #citybeat

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City Beat Weekly News Reports (January 19, 2026 – January 23, 2026)

By | January 23, 2026

A summary of this past week’s stories: Ryan Holt was sworn in as the City of Waco’s new City Manager on Friday, January 23. As the City of Waco prepares for storms and freezing weather, follow these tips for your own safety and preparedness in the coming days. Construction of the new surgical facility at…

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City Beat Weekly News Report (January 12, 2026 – January 16, 2026)

By | 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.…

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