Good morning, Waco.

Waco City Council preliminarily approved a municipal setting designation to allow a long-vacant former hospital site to become a community park with walking trails, pending a second vote and state support later this month (the designation prohibits groundwater use to avoid costly cleanup).

Mary Helen Dodson, the great-granddaughter of architect Wesley Clark Dodson (of the 19th century), will speak about her book today at the Nell Pape Event Center in Waco.

Waco thrift shoppers are maximizing budgets at Another Season Consignment (a budget-friendly store) as the secondhand market grew 14.3% since 2024.

This trend shows how locals save money and choose sustainable options amid rising prices.

Amid concerns of a December shortfall, Waco's sales tax rebate has shown steady growth during the holiday season after last year's audit adjustment (which corrected early estimates).

The figures indicate improved revenue trends for the city.

Residents near a proposed $10 billion data center north of Waco are raising concerns about rising water & energy use, while local officials say state laws limit their power to restrict such projects.

Community groups have organized petitions and meetings to oppose plans in Lacy Lakeview and Harlingen.

Health officials report that the flesh-eating New World Screwworm fly is nearing Texas after outbreaks in Central America and Mexico, and USDA is deploying sterile flies and setting traps near the border to protect livestock and residents.

On Friday, Feb. 13, Baylor's first baseman Tyce Armstrong hit three grand slams in his season debut, tying the NCAA single-game record from 1976 as the Bears won 15-2, driving in 12 runs (one of just two such feats in college history).

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.

Chingo Bling Live in Waco

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Waco Hippodrome Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter and music in a vibrant, historic venue.