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Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Retired Navy veteran Vorie Miller is opening Jayce’s Grocery Store in China Spring to help address the local food desert and honor her son—Jayce—by offering fresh produce and local products; the grand opening is set for March 3 with extended hours from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. KCENTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The oral history project at 500 N. University Parks Drive invites students and teachers from Jefferson-Moore High School, Waco Ninth Grade Center, A. J. Moore Academy, Indian Spring Middle School and Kendrick Elementary to share their memories. Recorded interviews will help shape the site's future and upcoming local redevelopment. City of Waco
- ➤ Pastor Nika Davis of Second Missionary Baptist Church will speak on Presidential Slaves: African Americans in the Lives of Antebellum U.S. Presidents at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mayborn Museum to explain the role of enslaved people in presidential histories. Waco Tribune-Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Texas ranked second in OnlyFans spending as Bell County (a Central Texas county) placed 13th statewide with nearly $3 million spent, and local residents offered mixed opinions on the high expenditures. KXXV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, central Texas experienced dry conditions that raised wildfire concerns as warm weather triggered early blooms, prompting local nurseries to protect tender plants — cooler, more moist conditions are expected this weekend. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M Forest Service broke ground on a new permanent facility in McGregor today—its first headquarters since 2010—and plans this as the second of six facilities to boost wildfire readiness statewide as fire danger rises. KXXV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Texas Today featured its weekly Perfect Pet segment at Fuzzy Friends Rescue, showcasing Rizzo—a friendly 1-year-old German Shepherd mix—and Ela, a playful 9-year-old Domestic Shorthair. Families can learn more on air or online. KCENTV
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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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Madam Radar Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Will — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy live music in a vibrant atmosphere at Waco's go-to venue.
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