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Westfest celebrated its 50th anniversary in Waco and drew larger crowds as headliners + milder weather helped create a more pleasant festival experience.

Presidential historian Lindsay Chervinsky will discuss the leadership principles behind the nation’s 250th celebration on Thursday at MCC (registration is required for the free event).

Local residents can view Business 77 plans at an open meeting on Thursday — officials will outline project details and answer questions during the session.

AAA reported average gas in Waco was $3.72 — a dollar more than last year — with drivers saying rising prices affected travel on Labor Day; local resident Linda Foley filled up when prices were lower, while another driver noted an $80 fill-up limited his trip from Houston to Baylor.

Methodist Children's Home will break ground this fall on a supportive housing complex for young adults transitioning from foster care at the former Uptown Motel site.

Governor Abbott announced $872,543 in JET grants to three central Texas schools to purchase equipment for career training in automotive service and nursing.

The funding will boost technical education for students in the region.

Gibbons and lemurs are back for visitors at Cameron Park Zoo after exhibit repairs ended over six-and-a-half years of closure.

The refreshed habitat welcomes guests today.

Mart ISD announced that head football coach and athletic director Chris Lancaster resigned effective immediately just before today's game against Axtell.

Coach Kyle Stone will serve as interim head coach and athletic director.