Good morning, Waco.

Ford dealers in Texas have partnered with Ford Philanthropy to donate $1.25M for flood recovery in Central Texas— the funds will support Team Rubicon, the American Red Cross Disaster Fund, Habitat for Humanity Kerr County, and the San Antonio Food Bank.

They are also loaning vehicles to the Red Cross and holding a food drive to help families get supplies.

Belton restaurant owner Ronnie Schoepf said his daughter Riata, who texted that she had to swim for her life amid the catastrophic Guadalupe River floods at the River Inn Resort in Hunt on July 4, was rescued by the Army at 9:15 p.m. nearly 19 hours after the flood began — a relief for the family as recovery efforts continue for those still missing.

Waco police have restructured their investigations so nonfatal shootings are treated with the same urgency as murders.

The department is expanding its special crimes unit — boosting coordination and analytics.

Drivers in Waco should expect a lane shift on I-35 (scheduled for Saturday night) that will disrupt traffic.

Waco’s L3 aircraft modification facility celebrates a milestone in its five-year maintenance contract with the Navy’s P-8A Poseidon Fleet from 2024 to 2029— a program that supports maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare.

The facility employs over 100 workers and will deliver its next aircraft next week— a sign of growth for local skilled jobs.

Temple High School football player Jamarion Carlton committed to Baylor University (he chose the Bears over Texas, Texas Tech and LSU) and will play his senior year at Temple before joining Baylor’s team coming off an 8-5 season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Texas Ranger Talks (Afternoon Session)

2-3 p.m. — Texas Ranger Hall of Fame & Museum — Regular admission required — Engage with active or retired Texas Rangers and gain insights into their remarkable service.

Extreme Temperatures & Heat Illness Prevention Training

12:30-4 p.m. — Central Texas AGC — Free entry — Learn to prevent heat-related illnesses with valuable training from OSHA experts.