Saturday, August 10th, 2024
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cameron Park Zoo in Waco, Texas, launched the Penguin Shores Exhibit featuring 22 South African black-footed penguins and one black-footed cat, a project costing $12.8 million and taking 18 months to complete. KXXV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Corey Sam was arrested and jailed after a high-speed chase from Mart to Waco, with a recovered AK-style rifle, facing charges including felony evading arrest. FOX 44
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Poco Loco plans to open a new 22,000-square-foot store in the revitalizing Waco Square, marking the second grocery venture in South Waco alongside Natural Grocers, signaling a growing retail momentum in the area. Waco Tribune-Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Marlin received approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to conduct a controlled burn of storm debris, addressing space and air quality concerns. FOX 44
- ➤ McLennan County implements a burn ban amid rising wildfire risks, as Robinson Volunteer Fire Department advises creating defensible spaces around homes for protection. KXXV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Live Oak Falcons, guided by new head coach Matthew Hurst, are transitioning from six-man to 11-man football, showcasing optimism and adaptability in their pre-season practices. KXXV
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