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Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Central Texas is wrapping up summer with several community events held today. In Waco, the Margarita Festival is at Backyard Bar, Stage and Grill — featuring live music, food, and a charity raffle, while Temple residents join a cleanup and Belton hosts a free acoustic session by Whitlee Casey. KCENTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Laura Witt organizes March for Jesus today at Suspension Bridge in Waco— the event includes music, prayer, and a baptism setup with walkers following a trail to Pecan Bottoms Park. KXXV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Baylor football games at McLane Stadium boost spending for local restaurants and hotels as game weekends help drive up to $500K in tax collections—supporting about $2–3 million in seasonal earnings for Waco. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. David Cook held a meet-and-greet event Tuesday in Waco to launch his Senate campaign—he stressed issues like property taxes and mental health—while Jon Gimble, who recently stepped down as McLennan County district clerk, plans his first event next week; if both remain in the race through the Nov. 8 to Dec. 8 filing period, the March 3 GOP primary will decide who represents District 22. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Waco is beginning its transition to a new landfill in less than two weeks as city trucks start using the transfer station on University Parks Drive—city trucks will operate from Oct. 1 while the current landfill remains open for about six months. Additional details will be shared when the facility later serves the public. Waco Tribune-Herald
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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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