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Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tierra Mestiza, a Central Texas nonprofit, teaches ballet folklorico to preserve Mexican heritage and share traditions from pre-Hispanic times—Anna Pineda, with 20 years of experience, leads classes featuring traditional Sinaloa costumes. The group performs at local events and is looking for new dancers to continue these cultural practices. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Workforce Solutions of Central Texas and Temple College will launch a new Industrial Automation Foundation Program this September for active-duty military spouses that is fully funded by scholarships. The 20-week program will start at Temple College on Sept. 29 and include a required info session on Sept. 22 — it will lead to certificates for manufacturing, robotics, and automation roles with starting wages of 22 to 26 dollars per hour. KCENTV
- ➤ On Monday, about 200 people attended the dedication of Kendrick Elementary, a new $47.4 million school in Waco that will serve nearly 800 students & over 30 teachers. Waco Tribune-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Demolition crews finished taking down the northbound I-35 overpass at New Road over the past weekend and will work on 18th Street later this week — turning to 17th Street next week. Waco Tribune-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Clinical dietitian Lauren Williams explains that protein helps build strong muscles and keep you full — but too much can hurt your kidneys. She warns rising protein prices, including a 2.5% jump in chicken costs, will put a strain on budgets in 2025. KXXV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Hood Fight Night: Return 2 the Ring happened on Sept. 12 and featured 16 active-duty soldiers boxing in eight bouts at Abrams Physical Fitness Center—thousands watched in person and online as Spc. Felix Adeliyi made the event’s first knockout in the third round. Several winners are set to face off in December against June’s champions. KCENTV
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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