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Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oscar DuConge was chosen as Waco’s first Black mayor in 1974 amid social change, and he served until 1975. His legacy is celebrated with a park dedication in 2021 that underscores his commitment to unity and community service. KCENTV
- ➤ Firefighters from Robinson Volunteer Fire Department were deployed Monday to the Texas Panhandle due to high wildfire risk & local crews helped bolster the effort, aiming to prevent any significant outbreaks. The response reflects ongoing vigilance to protect nearby communities. Waco Tribune-Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Decades-old Brookview Hills at 34th Street + Bosque Boulevard will get a makeover into a walkable retail center as funds and energy are planned by developer Cameron Philgreen. The project will boost local shopping and community appeal. Waco Tribune-Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Spring 2026 Launch Party
Join us at the Sendero Flagship to kick off tour Spring 2026 collection! We’re crankin’ up some honky tonk energy with live music, cold drinks, and one big ol’ shindig for all our amigos.
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Flower Pressing Workshop
10-11 a.m. — Magnolia Market — Ticketed event — Engage your creativity by pressing flowers in a fun workshop setting.
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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.
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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.
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Dear Edwina
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — $25 — A musical journey that celebrates confidence and kindness through catchy songs and heartfelt moments.
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