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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A bystander notified the Waco Fire Department about a garage fire that firefighters quickly put out before the home suffered major damage. Waco Tribune-Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 29-year-old man from Mart was arrested on Sunday when officers responded to a home on the 100 block of South Smyth Street—he grabbed a woman by the throat and threatened her with a knife amid allegations of abuse, and he now faces charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon with a $55,000 bond. FOX 44
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McLennan Community College is offering LEGO camps and summer learning labs that teach math and reading with hands-on STEM activities — the programs run until the end of July and let kids build, solve problems, and work in teams. KCENTV
- ➤ Waco ISD named Dr. Ebony Cousins as principal of J.H. Hines Elementary and Dr. Troy Volkmann as principal of West Avenue Elementary for the 2025 to 2026 school year. Both educators have over twenty years of leadership experience & are committed to academic excellence and student success. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Waco Fire Department is seeking a $3 million federal grant to hire 15 new firefighters for a heavy rescue truck crew and to improve response times in the China Spring area. The City Council approved the grant application last week and the new heavy rescue truck is set to arrive in October—if funded, the changes will help Station 12 meet the five-minute goal to enter a structure fire. Waco Tribune-Herald
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The Monkee Men Tribute Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Waco Hippodrome Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant tribute to The Monkees with interactive fun and classic hits.
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TAHPERD Summer Conference
June 29 – July 1 — Waco Convention Center — Registration details available — Celebrate health and physical education with professionals dedicated to promoting active lifestyles.
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Texas Youth Classic - Boys 8-10 Tournament
June 29th-July 1st — Lake Waco Golf Club — Visit the website for registration fees — Central U.S.'s premier youth golf tournament returns with exciting competitions.
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Art Camp I for Kids
9 AM - 12 PM — St. Paul's Episcopal Day School — Cost not specified — Get creative with architectural designs, sculptures, and art history at this fun-filled camp.
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A Mammoth Gala
Priscilla https://mailchi.mp/eeb2e50a91d5/youre-invited-to-a-mammoth-gala
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Baylor Entrepreneurs Networking Event
4-6 p.m. — Waco Downtown Farmers Market — $10 entry — Connect with 70+ Baylor-affiliated business owners over food, drinks, and raffle prizes.
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Neurologic Dry Needling Course
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Foster Pavilion — Course Fee TBA — Learn specialized techniques for pain management and sports rehab at this informative course.
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Open House for New Home in McGregor
12-4 p.m. — 507 Broken Spoke Trail — $479,990 — Explore this beautiful new home featuring 3 bedrooms and spacious outdoor living.
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Kinder: Camping Adventures
9 AM – 4 PM — Saint Paul's Episcopal Day School — Cost Unavailable — Explore easy no-cook camping recipes and tools for a fun family camping experience.
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