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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community Resources Planning has partnered with Southern Careers Institute to offer career counseling workshops that help local residents explore job options in areas such as medical assisting, cosmetology, electrical work, photography and insurance. The nonprofit will hold monthly 1-hour sessions starting in July at Southern Careers Institute — these sessions target high school seniors, the unemployed, veterans and those looking to grow professionally. KXXV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 8-year-old Jevin Millsaps collected 700 pounds of aluminum cans from his neighborhood and earned $595 to buy a vending machine on Facebook Marketplace. He is now looking for a local business with good foot traffic to host his machine — a key step in starting his snack business. KXXV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Waco Police are investigating a fatal shooting at Church's Chicken on East Waco Drive Thursday evening that killed one person — police have not made any arrests and are searching for three young male suspects. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Baylor University has named David Szymanski as dean of the Hankamer School of Business—Szymanski began his academic career in 1987 at Texas A&M's Mays Business School and served as president of the University of North Florida from 2018 to 2021. Waco Tribune-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waco and Killeen police held ceremonies to honor officers who died in service last year. The event featured a 21-gun salute, name readings, and a candlelight vigil — a tribute to both the fallen and their families. FOX 44
- ➤ Bellmead City Council is considering an ordinance to ban 8-liner machines plus other gambling devices to match state law, a move that has some bar owners worried about losing daytime customers. The council will vote on the proposal next month as owners like George Bill Mitchell say the machines have been key to their business. KXXV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Hewitt woman is challenging Blue Cross Blue Shield over a $511 ambulance bill for emergency services after her husband collapsed—even though she had met her plan's deductible and out-of-pocket maximum. She is on her third appeal, saying patients should not have to pay for care in an emergency. KXXV
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oglesby baseball reached the regional semifinals for the first time in program history and is competing in a series against Gordon—after a 6-4 loss in game one, the Tigers will play game two today at 6:30 p.m. KXXV
- ➤ Baylor rallied with three runs in the top of the ninth to beat UCF 5-4 on Friday night at John Euliano Park and clinch a spot in the Big 12 Championship, as senior catcher Cortlan Castle’s RBI single and outfielder Ty Johnson’s steal sparked the comeback—while senior closer Gabe Craig earned his 10th save this season. KCENTV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2025 RGIII Football Academy
8 AM – 1 PM — McLane Stadium — $50 per session — Enhance your football skills with coaching from Baylor staff and players.
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