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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Waco nonprofits reported a nationwide slide in 2025 giving amid uncertain public funding — and Attas noted it was encouraging to see local support. Groups adjusted their plans to address the funding challenges they faced last year. Waco Tribune-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic Waco homes are ready for visitors after limited tours last year; repairs and renovations ended at East Terrace, McCulloch House and Earle-Napier-Kinnard House. Tours begin Friday (Jan. 16). Waco Tribune-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two theatre teachers at Waco High School are on administrative leave—an investigation into alleged misconduct is underway while Fine Arts Director Larry Carpenter leads theatre classes for the rest of the school year. KXXV
- ➤ South Bosque Elementary at Midway placed its principal, Sheri Burns, and assistant principal, Laura Christian, on leave for a non-student issue. District leaders are on campus and school operations continue while the district prepares to share further details. 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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Cross Country Trail Run
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Redwood Shelter — Entry fee applies — Experience the scenic trails of Cameron Park during the kickoff of the Huaco Cuatro Trail Run Series.
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