Saturday, January 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Lacy Lakeview, Texas, are experiencing higher water bills due to the installation of new ultrasonic meters and a recent rate increase for water and sewage. KXXV
- ➤ Austin Avenue could gain a new park through collaboration between city council, neighborhood advocates, and Pinewood Coffee Bar owners, enhancing community space in Waco. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ The Texas Department of Transportation is preparing Central Texas roadways for potential freezing conditions by applying salt brine starting Sunday, Jan. 5, and advises drivers to exercise caution. KCENTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau and Woodway Public Safety Department caution against a surge in scams, including bank and Facebook Marketplace frauds, highlighting the importance of vigilance. KXXV
- ➤ In Hewitt, a 37-year-old man was arrested for allegedly assaulting a driver and ordering his dog to attack at a gas station. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ A 37-year-old man falsely claiming to be a U.S. Marshal is detained for commanding his dog to assault a man at a Walmart in Hewitt, Texas. FOX 44
- ➤ A man was indicted for murder by a McLennan County grand jury for a February shooting that resulted in one fatality and two bystanders injured outside a nightclub. Waco Tribune-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waco City Council is considering spending $18.5 million on the expansion of Chapel Road, realignment and enhancements to Warren Road, and repairs to several bridges to improve infrastructure amid significant residential growth. Waco Tribune-Herald
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Grace Academy Boys Varsity Basketball Game at Methodist Children's Home
The Methodist Children's Home varsity basketball team faces Grace Academy in a conference matchup on January 24.
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New Year, New Career Hiring Fair
This hiring fair will feature over 60 employers offering job openings and the opportunity for on-the-spot interviews.
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February 2025 Farm, Ranch, and Heavy Equipment Auction
A large auction featuring a variety of farm and ranch equipment, vehicles, and machinery, taking place over three auction rings.
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