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Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Waco Chamber discussed AI trends while Papa Bear's closed, Salad and Go prepared to leave the state, and Roni's opened a new location. Interest is growing for La Salle and Owens-Illinois properties. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Academy Sports and Outdoors will open a second Waco-area location at Lacy Lakeview by taking over the former Kmart site, following its nearly 20-year-old Franklin Avenue store — a familiar shopping spot for local residents. Waco Tribune-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two Baylor professors have their film ADO named on this year's Oscar shortlist after wins at four film festivals, making history for local education. The film will screen on Jan. 18 at 2:00 p.m. at Baylor University's Mayborn Museum (1300 S. University Parks Drive) with a discussion panel following. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waco ISD placed two theatre teachers at Waco High on administrative leave while it investigates reports of misconduct — Fine Arts Director Larry Carpenter will temporarily support the theatre program until a qualified replacement is found. KCENTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews working on the $114 million Twin Bridges replacement over Lake Waco reached the city side this week after starting on the northwest side, and work will continue as summer disruption may delay progress. Waco Tribune-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Baylor’s men’s basketball team won 94-79 against Oklahoma State on Jan. 13 at Gallagher-Iba Arena, earning its first Big 12 win of the season. Tounde Yessoufou led with 23 points and helped the Bears end a three-game skid. KCENTV
- ➤ Baylor softball began spring practice today with head coach Glenn Moore (in his 26th season) leading a young team eager to return to postseason play after last year's setback. The Bears will compete at the Getterman Classic on Feb. 5. KXXV
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Songs for a New World
2:30-5 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a powerful contemporary musical exploring life's defining choices through captivating songs.
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WSO Concert Featuring Cliburn Gold Medalist
7:30 p.m. — Waco Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a night of inspiring classical music with Gold Medalist Aristo Sham and the Waco Symphony.
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Rodgers & Hammerstein's A Grand Night for Singing
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — $22 – $25 — Experience a dazzling celebration of timeless songs with fresh arrangements in a theatrical magic show.
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Songs For a New World
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — $24.50 – $27.50 — Experience a powerful musical exploring life's pivotal moments through stirring songs and storytelling.
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Women of Waco Level Up Women's Conference
9:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — AC Hotel Waco Downtown — Registration required — Empowering women through personal and professional growth opportunities.
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St. Olaf Choir Concert at Baylor University
3-5 p.m. — Glennis McCrary Music Building — Tickets $35, $10 for students — Experience world-class choral performance from one of the nation's premier ensembles.
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