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Friday, August 23rd, 2024
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents near Tennyson Middle School in Waco, Texas, are experiencing significant inconveniences and safety concerns due to heavy traffic congestion caused by school pickup and drop-off routines. KXXV
- ➤ The Waco-McLennan County Library is offering a Fine Forgiveness Month from September 1-30, waiving all overdue fines for returned materials. FOX 44
- ➤ The Robinson Police Department launches a free Citizen Police Academy to foster community relations and educate on police work, with weekly Thursday classes. KXXV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Gatesville, two women were sentenced to 40 and 15 years in prison respectively for their roles in the April 2022 murder of Elizabeth Romero over a dispute concerning stolen plywood. Waco Tribune-Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Webster Street Market in Waco has received $548,000 in government support and is attracting tenants, including Casa do Brasil, for its opening next year. Waco Tribune-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McLennan Community College's Paulanne's Pantry, aiming to combat food insecurity, has received a $10,000 federal grant to enhance its support for students and staff. KXXV
- ➤ Baylor University started the academic year with a historic move-in event, welcoming its most diverse freshman class to date, with 31% identified as underrepresented minorities. Waco Tribune-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas State Representative Doc Anderson resigns after 20 years, prompts a Nov. 5 special election, and discusses his future plans including potential continued political involvement. KXXV
- ➤ Waco plans to phase out $1.8 million in funding to nonprofits over five years to prioritize infrastructure improvements. Waco Tribune-Herald
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