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Saturday, September 7th, 2024
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The La Vega community has rallied around Stefan "Hoorah" Jemison, raising thousands through a GoFundMe after a fire destroyed his home. KCENTV
- ➤ A task force has proposed naming a future park at the former Floyd Casey stadium site after Council Member Alice Rodriguez and other local Hispanic leaders. Waco Tribune-Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Rangers are conducting an investigation into McLennan County Sheriff Parnell McNamara over allegations of having a deputy work on his private property while on duty. KXXV
- ➤ Gabriel Matthew Ramirez was arrested for firing an AR-15 rifle to escape after a crash in a Bellmead fast-food drive-thru. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Waco police are searching for the unidentified shooter of a 14-year-old boy, who suffered non-fatal injuries Wednesday evening. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Samuel Roderick Thomas was arrested in Waco for a knife attack and possession of a controlled substance after an argument near train tracks. Waco Tribune-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Waco, Texas, celebrates the opening of the Performing Arts Community Center, aimed at enriching local culture with a variety of artistic programs. FOX 44
- ➤ The Performing Arts Community Center in Central Texas is launching 19 diverse classes this fall, including choir and acting, with costs ranging from $15 online to $20 in-person, leading up to a year-end talent show. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waco High's new tennis courts were overlooked in construction plans, leading to a $900,000 redesign and delayed availability until spring 2026. Waco Tribune-Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is seeking public input on the DeLa Express Project, a proposed two-year natural gas pipeline construction through Central Texas, emphasizing its environmental impact and eminent domain concerns. KCENTV
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