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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Since Friday, planned maintenance and water releases have caused water level fluctuations at Lake Brazos and closed boat ramps at Brazos Park East; local business Sunshine Paddle Adventures is monitoring the river conditions (impacts are expected to continue through the second week of August) while city officials urge extra caution near the water. KXXV
- ➤ Today, Waco ISD Family Fest begins at University High School at 7 a.m. with a Superintendent’s Superhero Run and school support services, while the Waco Police Department hosts a Back to School Bash at the Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Friday, July 25—Killeen offered a free outdoor screening of Wall-E with popcorn, games and giveaways provided. KCENTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Marshals arrested suspect Cristino Rocha on Tuesday in Waco for a 2023 California murder and booked him into McLennan County Jail (authorities now await an extradition request). KXXV
- ➤ Fritz Eugene Case, 54, was arrested today in Mart when police executed a narcotics search warrant at the 200 Block of South Smyth Street after a Facebook post challenging law enforcement led to charges—he is now held on two felony warrants with a $12,000 bond. FOX 44
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County judges, school leaders and law enforcement met with Congressman Pete Sessions Friday to discuss school safety for the new school year. Sessions said a closed meeting showed that clear planning—knowing each role—is needed to keep schools safe. KXXV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A regional mental health support network in McLennan County will receive $5M from the state, including a $2.5M annual funding increase the Legislature approved—local leaders will soon propose plans to expand mental health services. Waco Tribune-Herald
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12:30-4 p.m. — Central Texas AGC — Free entry — Learn to prevent heat-related illnesses with valuable training from OSHA experts.
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9-11:30 a.m. — Black Rifle Coffee Company — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of automotive camaraderie and caffeine with local enthusiasts.
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4-10 p.m. — The Backyard Bar Stage and Grill — $19.50 for adults, $30 for minors — Enjoy a night of music featuring special guest Drew Cooper.
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