City Beat Weekly News Report (September 15, 2025 – September 19, 2025)
A summary of this past week’s stories: The completion of construction of the new transfer station for Waco’s new landfill was celebrated with luncheon and solid waste truck parade on Friday, September 19. Interstate 35 reconstruction continues with the demolition of several northbound bridges. City of Waco Planning Services staff visited Tennyson Middle School discuss…
Read MoreDo 1 Thing: Prepare Your Go Bag
We’re challenging you to “Do 1 Thing” to get ready for emergencies, one small step at a time. DO 1 THING! Assemble a basic grab-and-go bag with essentials like water, non-perishable food, a flashlight, and a first-aid kit. Keep it in an easily accessible place. A “go bag” can make a world of difference when…
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Business Session (September 16, 2025)
Business Session September 16, 2025
Business Session September 16, 2025
Work Session (September 16, 2025)
First Friday Spirit Day Slideshow
Do 1 Thing: Secure Important Documents
We’re challenging you to “Do 1 Thing” to get ready for emergencies, one small step at a time. DO 1 THING! Gather critical items like birth certificates, passports, and insurance policies in a safe and secure place. Remember to take photos or scan digital copies and save them to a flash drive or a secure…
Read MoreDo 1 Thing: Don’t Be Left in the Dark
We’re challenging you to “Do 1 Thing” to get ready for emergencies, one small step at a time. DO 1 THING! Power outages can happen without warning. Create a small kit for a power outage with a flashlight, batteries, a portable charger for your phone, and an LED lantern. Don’t be left in the dark.
Read MoreShop Waco: Baylor Flowers (We Are Waco)
As part of our We Are Waco series, ‘Shop Waco’ and support a local florist and gift shop – Baylor Flowers! Learn about the wide array of floral arrangements they offer, their selection of unique gifts, how their customers have supported them and remained loyal over the years, and so much more! Showcasing Wacoans with…
Read MoreLove, Waco: Mentor Waco (We Are Waco)
As part of our We Are Waco series, enjoy a ‘Love, Waco’ segment with Mentor Waco, a nonprofit mentorship program for students in the Greater Waco area! Hear about the heart of their mission, how the Mentor Waco program developed, the different services and programs they offer, and so much more! Showcasing Wacoans with local…
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