Good morning, Waco.

Waco and Midway ISD superintendents said today that the Senate education committee’s $8-billion funding proposal restricts how extra revenue is used and does not fully support teachers, staff, and key programs.

Lawmakers will hold a public hearing today on the proposal before negotiating further with Gov.-Abbott.

Voters in Oglesby approved a nearly $10M bond that will expand the new Career and Technical Education facility and add a shared sports field while also allowing the district to pay off existing debt (teachers said the measure had been a long time coming).

The bond passed with strong community support, and it marks the first bond of its size in decades to address growing enrollment challenges.

On Tuesday, May 13, Councilmember Alice Rodriguez passed the torch to Isabel Lozano after serving over 26 years on City Council.

The City of Waco thanked her for her leadership and Mayor Jim Holmes announced that a park in her honor will open in fall 2026—marking her many contributions.

Whitney's mayoral race remains undecided as Janice Sanders led by one vote while Zach Hamlin supporters requested a recount after two provisional ballots were added due to coding issues—several locals urged a runoff to resolve the election process concerns.

Mayor Charles Wilson and newly elected council members Jonathan Olvera, Cody Daniel, and Ronnie Hurst were sworn into office Monday night at a Lacy Lakeview city council meeting.

The ceremony marked a new chapter in leadership + city staff, fellow council members, and local residents attended the event.

At the May 13 council meeting, Waco swore in returning councilmembers Darius Ewing for District Four and George Chase for District Five along with newcomer Isabel Lozano for District Two on two-year terms.

Councilmember Andrea Barefield from District One was named mayor pro tem — stepping in when Mayor Jim Holmes is unavailable.

The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District today confirmed a case of measles in McLennan County—its first known infection in 2025.

The unvaccinated minor was tested at a Central Texas facility and officials found no public exposures.

Midway High School named former Baylor standout Matt Sayman as its new Head Boys Basketball Coach—he compiled a record of 274 wins and 149 losses at Grapevine Faith Christian School—and earned multiple state titles.

He played at Baylor from 2000 to 2004 and won a national title in Iceland in 2005.

Latino Night Fundraiser

6-10 p.m. — Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront — Early bird tickets available — Celebrate Latino culture with music, dancing, and fundraising for a great cause.

Badass Texas 10km

6:45-10:45 a.m. — Heritage Square — Registration required — Celebrate a decade of badassery with a challenging 10km run in Waco, Texas.

TOP Senior Expo in Waco, TX

9 AM – 12 PM — Waco Convention Center — Free entry — Discover a wealth of resources and activities tailored for seniors in the heart of Waco.

Bow Wow Bingo

5-9:30 p.m. — Lee Lockwood Library and Museum — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy bingo games, a buffet dinner, and win fabulous prizes to support animals in need.

Wilderness First Aid Training

May 31st - June 1st — 1305 N 15th St, Waco, TX — $285.00 — Gain essential skills for backcountry emergencies and earn your Wilderness First Aid certification.

2025 Baylor Football Camp #1

8 AM - 1 PM — McLane Stadium — $50 per session — Learn football fundamentals from Baylor University coaching staff and receive a camp t-shirt.

XTERRA Cameron Park Trail Run

8 AM – 12 PM — Redwood Shelter — Registration fee applies — Challenge yourself with scenic 21k, 10.5k, and 5k trail runs in stunning Cameron Park.

2025 RGIII Football Academy

8 AM – 1 PM — McLane Stadium — $50 per session — Enhance your football skills with coaching from Baylor staff and players.