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Sunday, August 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Big Binky's Foundation hosted its annual Family Day BBQ Back-to-School Drive Thru Giveaway Saturday in Waco — each car left with a backpack filled with school supplies, a meal, and a new pair of sneakers to help children start the school year confidently. KCENTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Developer Peter Ellis announced plans to open Garden City Grocery, a green-focused store at 18th Street and Austin Avenue in downtown Waco where shoppers will have access to wine, farm-to-table products, an in-store kitchen, a meat market and a farmacy. The $5 million project will also include loft apartments and retail spaces and is set to finish by fall or spring—adding more food options to a local food desert. Waco Tribune-Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bellmead police are investigating vandals who spray-painted newly renovated ADA-compliant bathrooms at Brame Park and caused $4,000 in damage—officials said the bathrooms will remain closed until repairs are finished and a $1,000 reward is offered for information. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new Texas law taking effect on September 1 will restrict small groups from blocking residential development by limiting zoning protests to only occur when at least 20% of the affected area—or 60% of nearby landowners—file a protest. The City of Waco has already updated its zoning ordinance to comply with the law, which aims to ease the housing shortage. KXXV
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Baylor running back Dawson Pendergrass will miss the 2025 season after injuring his foot during Fall camp, coach Dave Aranda said — a surgery is planned to address the injury. KXXV
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Cars & Coffee
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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HOT Pro Wrestling: Master of Puppets
6-9 p.m. — Lion's Den-Rentals — $20 – $35 — Experience Waco's thrilling wrestling showdown with high-flying action and VIP perks.
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The Boys From Oklahoma Concert
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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Mothering the Mother Workshop
4:30-5:45 p.m. — Natural Primary Care — Free entry — An event dedicated to pampering and supporting new mothers in navigating the fourth trimester.
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Lorrie Morgan Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Waco Hippodrome Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional range and artistry of Lorrie Morgan as she showcases her new music and timeless hits.
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ANHA Open 5D Barrel Race
Aug 29 - Sep 1 — Extraco Events Center — Prize money over $200,000 — Experience the thrill of top-tier barrel racing at this exciting event.
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