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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Waco City Council approved a 15-year lease on April 21 for Manhattan Project Beer Company to use a 10,260 (sqft) space at the Foster Pavilion parking garage near Baylor University. The Dallas-based craft brewery will invest $2.49 million and open a taproom in May 2027. KCENTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waco ISD is considering how to spend $37 million from unused bond revenue and proceeds from the sale of Indian Spring Middle School — the board aims to invest the funds in enhancing educational services. Waco Tribune-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a crowded Wednesday meeting in Salado, residents learned to file intervenor paperwork with the Public Utility Commission to challenge a $2 billion, 200-mile transmission line linking West Texas to Bell County. Attendees warned a shortened review period now allows only weeks instead of months (raising transparency concerns). KCENTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Drake Toll, a Baylor and China Spring alumnus and broadcast entertainer for the Savannah Bananas, said College Station hosted over 100,000 fans at Kyle Field as he works to bring Banana Ball to Waco (at venues like McLane Stadium or Baylor Ballpark at Magnolia Field) in the near future. KXXV
- ➤ Fifth-year Baylor senior Caleb Bunch was named to the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Stopper of the Year Midseason Watch List on Wednesday (April 22) as he posted a 4-2 record and a 2.40 ERA across 30 innings. His strong relief pitching has placed him among the nation’s top closers. KCENTV
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Shrek The Musical
2-5 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a beloved fairy tale come to life in this musical adventure.
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The Taming of the Shrew
7 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a captivating performance of Shakespeare's beloved comedy.
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Awakening Concert Series
6-10 p.m. — Waco Hippodrome Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an uplifting evening of Christian music from various artists.
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ShopOrama! Crafted & Boutique Show
4 PM – 7 PM — Waco Convention Center — Entry fee varies — Enjoy a stylish girls’ day out featuring handcrafted items and home décor.
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Willie Nelson & Family Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Baylor Ballpark — Tickets start at $335 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Willie Nelson & Family.
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Kiss Me Kate
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a classic musical comedy brought to life at a local theater.
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Kiss Me Kate
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a classic musical filled with humor and romance.
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