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Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families and veterans in Waco have until today to apply for the Hometown Heroes Banner Program—this city initiative will display personal tribute banners along Austin Avenue throughout November and offers sponsorship options for those needing financial assistance. KCENTV
- ➤ Olena Cobb is honoring her late husband Harold’s ranching legacy in Valley Mills by working with longtime ranch hand Bobo Smith to maintain the Thirteen Oaks Ranch and care for its 40 cattle, including two breeding bulls and calves. She said she will keep the Santa Gertrudis herd thriving—ensuring Harold’s work benefits local cattle lovers. KCENTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Waco experienced detours as the My35 Waco South Construction Project closed the eastbound lanes on 18th Street and the southbound turnaround under I—35 for bridge work that began Tuesday at 7 p.m.—the closure lasts until Friday at 7 a.m. Construction crews will start work on the 17th Street bridge on Sunday at 7 p.m. KXXV
- ➤ Waco officials approved a $3.8M contract to build China Spring Park and the area's first city park will open about a year from now. Waco Tribune-Herald
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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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