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Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cameron Park Zoo celebrated the birth of its first black-footed cat kitten born to parents Gaia and Finn on April 7 (fewer than 30 such births occur in zoos nationwide each year) and the zoo staff is hand-rearing the kitten with round-the-clock care. KCENTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local restoration efforts led by the Bell County Historical Commission are refurbishing historic markers along FM 2843 near Salado, including at the Willingham Spring Baptist Church. The work, which takes about 2 hours per marker (preserving them for roughly 15 years), will continue this year with planned marker parties. KCENTV
- ➤ Local artist Rajesh Solanki inspires young Asian Americans to embrace their heritage through murals plus mentorship programs in Waco today. He also co-founded an Asian Leaders Network to connect the community and bolster local businesses and nonprofits. KCENTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waco celebrates Public Works Week from May 16 to May 23 with events honoring employees who keep the city running. Residents can safely dispose of hazardous waste on May 16 (7 a.m. to 1 p.m.) at the Solid Waste Operations Center and view equipment on May 20 at Brazos Park East from 4 to 6 p.m. City of Waco
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Following hail damage, roofers are visiting local homes while experts warn some scammers pressure residents to sign contracts without proper proof; homeowners should verify online reviews (and request written contracts with insurance) to avoid costly errors. KCENTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Baylor earned a No. 3 seed in the Austin Regional for the NCAA Tournament and will face Wisconsin on Friday, May 15 at 12:30 p.m. while Texas A&M will host a regional matchup with UConn on the same day at 2 p.m. in Bryan-College Station. KCENTV
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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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Badass Texas Half-Marathon
Sunday morning — Heritage Square — Entry fee required — Conquer the challenging course with Texas views and celebrate at the epic Finisher Fest.
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Kiss Me Kate
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a classic musical performance at a local favorite venue.
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Baylor Football Youth Camp 2026
4-8 p.m. — McLane Stadium — $25 tuition — A youth football camp for 3rd to 8th graders with limited spots available.
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2026 RGIII Football Academy
8 AM – 1 PM — McLane Stadium — $50 per session — Learn football fundamentals from expert coaches and current players at Baylor's football academy.
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National Volunteer Caregiving Conference
7 a.m. — AC Hotel Waco Downtown — Registration Fees Apply — Connect with peers and explore effective caregiving practices and challenges.
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