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Friday, September 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Baylor University students express unease and implement safety precautions in response to a recent arrest near their campus. KXXV
- ➤ Central Texas police departments celebrated National Police Woman Day, showcasing their female officers' dedication and adopting the 30X30 initiative to increase women in policing by 30% by 2030. KCENTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former McLennan County priest Anthony Odiong has been indicted for sexual assault and child pornography possession, with multiple women accusing him of assault. KCENTV
- ➤ Jeremy Harris, 45, went missing in Elm Mott and is believed to be in the Waco area, as police seek public assistance in locating him. KCENTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Five Waco arts organizations have received a total of $93,600 from the Texas Commission on the Arts to support events including the Dia de los Muertos parade and general operations. Waco Tribune-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waco introduces the LEAD program, replacing D.A.R.E., to equip fourth graders with drug prevention knowledge and life skills, featuring interactive lessons and personal connections with police. FOX 44
- ➤ Waco High School alumnus Lily Coffman receives the Voyager Scholarship, co-created by the Obamas and Airbnb's Brian Chesky, for her public service initiative focused on increasing voter participation. KXXV
- ➤ Dr. Tiffany Spicer, with over two decades of experience in education, has been named the lone finalist for Waco ISD superintendent by the district's Board of Trustees. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the District 13 House of Representative race in Central Texas, candidates clash over school vouchers, with incumbent Angelia Orr supporting them and challenger Albert Hunter opposed. KXXV
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