Love, 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…
Read MoreCity Beat Weekly News Report (September 8, 2025 – September 12, 2025)
A summary of this past week’s stories: Mayor Jim Holmes presented the State of the city to the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce. Waco Fire Department held its annual 9-11 observance at all fire stations on Thursday, September 11. Pet Circle celebrated their first year with a birthday bash that included puppy yoga, touch-a-truck, a…
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2025 State of the City
Mayor Jim Holmes presented the City’s portion of the annual State of the City & County address hosted by the Greater Waco Chamber. The address covered topics including Waco’s economy and tax rate, infrastructure upgrades, public safety updates, and more! We’re excited for the future of Waco! #wacotexas #wacotx #StateOfTheCity #CityToBelieveIn #ADestinationOnTheRise
Read MoreSpecial Session (September 9, 2025)
Best Employees in Texas – Matthew Gonzales
Do 1 Thing: Sign Up for Emergency Alerts
We’re challenging you to “Do 1 Thing” to get ready for emergencies, one small step at a time. DO 1 THING! Sign up for free emergency alerts from McLennan County at alertwaco.com. Get notified about severe storms, flash floods, tornadoes, and other emergencies. You can also customize your alerts to receive notifications for multiple locations…
Read MoreDogs paint their masterpieces
Doggo Da Vinci’s show off their talents and paint their masterpieces.
Read MorePet Circle 1st Birthday Bash
Pet Circle celebrated its first anniversary with doggie yoga, a dunking booth, touch-a-truck with Waco Fire, and free adoptions! For more, visit waco-texas.com
Read MoreSummer Reading Recap
City Beat Weekly News Report (September 1, 2025 – September 5, 2025)
A summary of this past week’s stories: The Waco/McLennan County Library is holding their annual Library Card Drive with offers of fine forgiveness and drawings to win prizes! Cameron Park Zoo kicked off its “Storytime at the Zoo” series. The program is brought to you by HEB twice a month during the school year. Find…
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