Good morning, Waco.

The 20th annual Turkey Trot, hosted by Altrusa International of the Brazos, will be held—November 22 at Brazos Park East in Waco starting at 9:00 a.m.—with donations benefiting local community projects.

Waco Police rescued Wallace—an adventurous tortoise found along China Spring Hwy—on Friday, Sept.

12 and returned him safely to his family.

Federal administrators cut the Solar for All program that was set to bring free solar panels to 150 low-income homes in Waco and save each household nearly $500 a year, leaving many residents disappointed after workshops had been held.

Waco officials said available energy relief programs cannot match the canceled plan’s long-term benefits—a gap that leaves families with limited funding options.

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh spoke at McLennan Community College in Waco on Thursday—on the anniversary of the 9/11 attack—and urged the crowd to show mutual respect amid national divisions.

His remarks came during a time of heightened national divisiveness.

Oktoberfest — Waco Wise

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Southern Roots Brewing Co. — Enjoy three days of festivities with food, music, and plenty of beer to celebrate Oktoberfest.

Home for the Holidays - Waco

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Waco Convention Center — First Call Shopping: $10 | General Admission: $6 — Enjoy three days of festive holiday shopping with over 130 vendors offering unique gifts.

5th Annual Oktoberfest Celebration

5-11:59 p.m. — Southern Roots Brewing Co. — Check for entry fees — Celebrate Oktoberfest with exciting activities, delicious food, and plenty of beer!

Herbal Incense Crafting Workshop

6-8:30 p.m. — Wild Thistle Herbs & Alchemy — $34 — Craft your own herbal incense while connecting with nature in a creative workshop led by a skilled herbalist.

Family Fun Day and Pickleball Tournament

Enjoy highly discounted day passes to enjoy all Camp Fimfo amenities and enter a Pickleball tournament to win cash and prizes, competitive and recreation divisions available.

Randy Travis - More Life Tour

7-9 p.m. — Waco Hippodrome Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the legacy of country music legend Randy Travis with heartfelt performances featuring guest vocalist James Dupré.

Jeff Dunham's Artificial Intelligence Tour

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Foster Pavilion — Ticket details available — Legendary comedian Jeff Dunham brings laughter with his new North American Tour.

Running With The Bulls Fun Run and 5K Race

8-11 AM — Extraco Events Center — Registration fees apply — Challenge yourself with a fun one-mile run or a competitive 5K at this thrilling event.

IRONMAN 70.3 Waco

11 AM — Indian Spring Park, Waco, TX — Registration fees apply — Experience the thrill of an IRONMAN race through the heart of Texas with a scenic swim, bike, and run course.

10 Years in The Backyard

8-11 p.m. — The Backyard Bar Stage and Grill — Tickets available — Tennessee alt rockers 10 Years make their Backyard stage debut.