Good morning, Waco.

A Killeen couple was arrested in York, Maine on May 20 for the death of 41 year old Marcio Maridell Anderson of Copperas Cove — they have been extradited to Texas and are now held in Comanche County Jail — investigators say there is no threat to the public as their inquiry continues.

Waco police arrested 18-year-old Jarvis Howard, Jr—charged with murder in the May 15th shooting death of Jeromy Munoz on East Waco Drive; a 24-year-old man was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Waco ISD will offer free breakfasts and lunches to all children from birth to 18 as part of its Summer Feeding Program starting Tuesday, May 27 and running through August 6 with closures on June 19 and July 4.

The program will serve meals at 11 school cafeterias + 22 community sites and will use mobile food trucks for select neighborhoods.

Teachers and staff at Kendrick Elementary are preparing to welcome students to a new campus this fall after spending last school year in a temporary location.

The updated building will serve over 700 students after Alta Vista Elementary closed, and over the summer faculty will move in and add final touches—veteran teacher Kristina Munoz said the campus brings a long-awaited permanence to the school community.

City of Waco has named four finalists in its search for a new fire chief, including candidates with decades of fire service experience—each set to face a two-day onsite interview with fire department leaders, city officials and community representatives on May 27 and 28.

A natural gas leak is forcing the closure of Beverly Drive from New Road to the loop in Waco—Atmos Energy and emergency crews are working on repairs with updates coming soon.

Authorities in Waco urged residents to practice water safety as summer nears—experts at the YMCA and Lake Waco stressed that wearing U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets and taking swim lessons are key to preventing drownings, especially for young children.

Officials added that designated swim beaches at Twin Bridges and Airport Park feature free life jacket loaner stations to keep swimmers safe.

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.

Evening with Darrell 'D-Rail' Ray

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Slow Rise on the Brazos — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance with Darrell 'D-Rail' Ray and get right with your life.

Baylor Football Camp #3

8 AM - 1 PM — McLane Stadium — $50 per session — Enhance your football skills with expert coaching at Baylor University's camp.

Waco Metaphysical Fair

11:00 AM – 5:30 PM — Hilton Waco — Free admission — Explore spiritual growth, holistic healing, and a vibrant vendor marketplace.