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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A building at the Chevy of West dealership caught fire Thursday morning before 10 a.m.—volunteer fire departments responded quickly to control the blaze and close nearby roads, and officials confirmed the structure is a total loss. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waco ISD released a statement on Friday after the Texas Education Agency gave the district a D rating and outlined a strategic plan to boost student growth, including creating an Office of School Leadership—set to guide new curriculum and schedule changes for improved academic outcomes. KCENTV
- ➤ The Vanek triplets from Crawford excel at McLennan Community College as Mason and Brady study mechanical engineering and Grace works toward a career in animal pharmaceutical sales—after their team placed second in a national NASA contest. The brothers will transfer to Texas Tech this fall while Grace finishes her coursework at MCC. KCENTV
- ➤ Yesterday, the Texas Education Agency released accountability scores showing Waco ISD earned an overall D with three schools—Dean Highland Elementary, South Waco Elementary, and G.W. Carver Middle School—receiving consecutive F's that risk state intervention. Superintendent Tiffany Spicer said the district will use its new strategic plan and targeted supports to improve student achievement moving forward. Waco Tribune-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waco City Manager Bradley Ford earns nearly $468,000 a year while the city manages $1.7 billion in debt — most of which is paid by user fees and not by property taxes that cost homeowners about $28 a month. City officials say his salary reflects the complexity of managing the city's many services and investments. KXXV
- ➤ Waco approved a two-year agreement to pay one dairy up to $450,000 to haul manure away from the North Bosque watershed and test measures to protect drinking water. The city will monitor water quality at affected and unaffected sites—hoping to secure further state or federal funding for similar efforts. Waco Tribune-Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Seventh & James Baptist Church is selling roughly half of its 4.6 acres for a student housing complex with six floors and 300 units adjacent to Baylor, and the church will use sale proceeds to build a new sanctuary and welcome center on the remaining land. Developer Parallel Collective aims to complete the project by summer 2028 pending a planned unit development hearing on Aug. 26. Waco Tribune-Herald
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Baylor Football is hosting the Meet the Bears fan fest today at the Allison Indoor Practice Facility starting at 1 p.m.—fans can get autographs from the 2025 roster and enjoy booths for merchandise and a kids zone. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and parking is free at lot D near the Ferrell Center. KXXV
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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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