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Tuesday, September 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home in Central Texas, after 99 years of family ownership, has been sold to the Canadian-owned Park Lawn Corporations. KXXV
- ➤ The Heart of Texas Dog Park board is searching for a new location in Waco for their off-leash dog park after an unexpected sale of their previous site. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Tiffany Keller had to surrender her dog, Millie, at the Animal Hospital of Waco due to high treatment costs and claims injustice when Millie was adopted out despite her attempts to reclaim and pay for the treatment. KXXV
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Waco has started accepting appointments for its 2024 Angel Tree campaign to provide holiday gifts for children. KXXV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Waco priest has been indicted on sexual assault charges. KXXV
- ➤ A 30-year-old woman was arrested in Waco for ramming a man's car after an argument, facing charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. FOX 44
- ➤ Deanthony Deshawn Richards was arrested for assaulting a peace officer during an incident where his brother was detained with a BB gun near a middle school. Waco Tribune-Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dana Perez, a Central Texas business owner, faces ongoing challenges with damaged package deliveries from USPS, affecting her finances and customer satisfaction. KXXV
- ➤ L-3 Harris Technologies in Waco secures a $1.1 billion contract for Navy aircraft maintenance, boosting local employment and economy. FOX 44
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Baylor defeats Air Force 31-3 with a strong second-half performance, overcoming a nine-game home losing streak against FBS opponents. KCENTV
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