Good morning, Waco.

Texas Today aired its Perfect Pets segment on Thursday at Bell County Animal Shelter, featuring adoptable companions Kane, a 1-year-old pit bull mix (charming and playful), and Tiffany, a 2-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat known for her gentle affection.

Both pets await new homes.

Waco Regional Airport launched an online savings calculator that compares airfare, parking, gas and time costs when flying locally versus driving to Dallas & Austin.

In a Miami test trip for three, Waco was cheapest and the airport hopes more direct flights will soon follow.

ERCOT said it has improved the grid since the 2021 freeze by weatherizing its facilities and adding fast response measures; an energy expert warned that without extra resources the grid may still suffer another outage.

A conservation request was issued Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. during this past cold snap.

Baylor Track and Field leaders Molly Haywood and Tiriah Kelley set records in the pole vault and 200 meters (making them the NCAA's number one duo) and head to the DeLoss Dodds Invite today to advance their campaign.

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.

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.

Waco Comedy Jam

6-9 p.m. — Waco Hippodrome Theatre — Tickets from $54 — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter with the Waco Comedy Jam.

Self-Care Workshop: Nature’s Touch for Body, Mind & Spirit

6-8:30 p.m. — Wild Thistle Herbs & Alchemy — $34 per person — Discover hands-on techniques to rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit in a cozy workshop setting.

Nature’s Touch: A Self-Care Workshop

6:00–8:30 p.m. — Baylor University — $34 per person — Engage in a hands-on self-care workshop for body, mind, and spirit.

Bound for the Brave

3-8 p.m. — 1 Pavilion Way, Woodway, TX — Entry fee required — Participate in a thrilling 5K and 10K event in the heart of Woodway.

Flower Pressing Workshop

10-11 a.m. — Magnolia Market — Ticketed event — Engage your creativity by pressing flowers in a fun workshop setting.

Blue Sundown Band Performance

2:30-4:30 a.m. — 420 Franklin Ave — Free entry — Discover the rising stars of country rock as the Blue Sundown Band captivates Waco with their youthful energy.