Good morning, Waco.

Kaleb Blain, founder of 86 Hunger Waco (named for kitchen slang for 'to cut'), has been serving BBQ and essential supplies to unhoused residents every Wednesday since February to fill a midday resource gap.

He plans to recruit more local groups and eventually open a pay-what-you-can restaurant locally.

Shepherd's Heart food pantry will merge with Central Texas Food Bank after founder Bob Gager celebrated his 80th birthday with a skydiving event (joining CTFB President Sari Vatske); the fast-tracked merger aims to boost food access in our community.

Fuzzy Friends Rescue in Waco features this week's Perfect Pets: Winona, a calm 1-year-old Basenji mix who loves to chase leaves, and Derby, a lively 3-month-old Domestic Shorthair kitten full of energy.

Interested adopters may contact the rescue or join the Saturday 9 a.m. info session for more details.

Willie Nelson will perform at Magnolia Field at Baylor Ballpark in Waco this weekend, coinciding with Baylor University graduation that has filled hotels like the AC Marriott (182 rooms booked) and doubled staffing at downtown restaurant Sagrado Cocina and Bar.

Rapoport Academy students helped plan and install a new mural at the historic building (William Decker Johnson Hall) yesterday, adding vibrant local art to the community.

Da'Marion Veail, a Waco teen who battled foster care, homelessness, and jail, will graduate in a few weeks and credits local nonprofit The Cove (a support center for at-risk youth) with helping him persevere and inspiring others to keep going.

Waco Family Medicine received a $9,200 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to support its Medical-Legal Partnership that helps patients with legal issues affecting their health.

The program, run with Greater Waco Legal Services, serves around 80 patients a year through coordinated referrals at its central clinic.

Waco youth rowers Roman Sykora and Elijah Gilmore will head to Nationals in Sarasota June 11-14, making history as the first from their club to compete at the national level.

Their families will join them as supporters (a milestone for the community).

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.

Kiss Me Kate

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a classic musical filled with humor and romance.

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.

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.

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.

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.

National Volunteer Caregiving Conference

7 a.m. — AC Hotel Waco Downtown — Registration Fees Apply — Connect with peers and explore effective caregiving practices and challenges.

Texas Summer Artisan Market & Boutique Brands Festival 2026

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Waco Convention Center — Vendor spaces available — Discover unique crafts and stylish finds at this vibrant summer market.

2026 Baylor Football Camp #1

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