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Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Work continues on Alice Martinez Rodriguez Park as crews build trails, playgrounds & sports courts on the 30-acre site of the former Floyd Casey Stadium. The city said the park honoring a local Latina leader will be complete later this year, offering new public spaces for community events. KXXV
- ➤ The Waco Fire Department reached a three-year milestone with no fire deaths as of Feb. 18 by answering 583 calls and offering free smoke alarm installation (through the Home Fire Campaign) to help keep homes safe. City of Waco
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A monument honoring 435 freedmen from Kingstree will be unveiled at the Falls County Courthouse in Marlin on July 11, inviting descendants to honor their family's legacy. Black Pearls of Genealogy, led by David Anthony Taylor, is organizing the dedication and seeking additional funding. KCENTV
- ➤ Local artists Vincent Thomas and Tneyah Thomas painted eight murals honoring Black pioneers on the walls of the Bledsoe Miller STEAM Center in East Waco during Black History Month. The project celebrates cultural heritage and inspires local pride by showcasing innovators such as Doris Miller and Vivienne Malone Mayes. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three local teachers were recognized at a Baylor Bears basketball game on Feb. 21 when Baylor University honored Woodway Elementary's Kaitlyn Kavanaugh, Parkdale Elementary's Mario 'Coach G' Guevara and Hillcrest PDS Elementary's Paula Hoover with the Whataburger What-A-Teacher Award; they received gift baskets as community nominations celebrated their daily classroom impact. KCENTV
- ➤ Waco ISD has named Belton school administrator Kimberly Winters as its new executive director of student support services — a move expected to boost support across schools. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Waco ISD board approved talks for a charter contract with Third Future Schools to run South Waco and Dean Highland elementary schools; the deal could be finalized next month for instruction to begin next school year. Waco Tribune-Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local leaders broke ground Friday on Renaissance at Sanger Heights at the former Sanger Avenue Elementary School+ a housing project set to add 25 new homes to central Waco. Waco Tribune-Herald
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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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Coffee & Community
10:30 a.m. — Glory Bell Coffee — Free entry — Enjoy free coffee and enter raffle prizes while connecting with the community.
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Vegetable & Herb Gardening Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Social House — Ticket includes expert instruction, drinks, and snacks — Learn to cultivate your own herbs and vegetables with local gardening tips.
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Dear Edwina Musical
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — $25 — Experience a heartwarming journey filled with song, humor, and life lessons for all ages.
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Dear Edwina
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — $25 — Enjoy a whimsical musical filled with catchy songs and uplifting life lessons.
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