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Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Waco Restaurant Week lets local diners try fixed-price menus at over 50 restaurants offering new food options like Mexican, Italian (and Jamaican) dishes, and the event runs through November 1. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Connally ISD warned students and parents as vandalism in school facilities increased, with damage to bathrooms and academic resources sparking disciplinary actions and repair costs billed to parents—staff stress that keeping schools safe and functional remains a priority. KCENTV
- ➤ Fairfield High School will march today at 10:45 a.m. at McLane Stadium in Waco during the UIL State Military Band Championships. Rosebud-Lott and China Spring are advancing to state—Rosebud-Lott performing at 12 p.m. on Nov. 4 and China Spring at 12:45 p.m. on Nov. 5—at the Alamodome in the UIL State Marching Band Competition. KXXV
- ➤ Baylor's Homecoming Week began Oct. 27 and will run through Nov. 1 with campus events including a worship service on Monday night, an Alumni Awards ceremony on Oct. 30, and a parade that starts at 7 a.m. in downtown Waco on Saturday, leading to a tailgate and a football game against the UCF Knights. The tailgate is set to begin at noon near McLane Stadium as the celebrations continue through the week. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The federal government shutdown has left 3.5M Texans without SNAP benefits as USDA said funds are exhausted and no November help will be provided—forcing families like Kassidey Perez’s to depend on food pantries while lawmakers work to restore assistance. KXXV
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Waco Life Drawing Session
6-8 p.m. — The Performing Arts Community Center — Free entry — All skill levels welcome to explore creativity with life drawing in a supportive environment.
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Live Music Night with Local Artists
8-11 p.m. — The Blue Dog Wine and Martini Bar — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Max, Lynnette, Shawna, and Steven.
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Frozen The Musical
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — N/A — Experience Disney’s Broadway production of Frozen with stunning visuals and beloved songs in Waco.
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75th TEXOMA NATS Regional Conference
All Day — Glennis McCrary Music Building — Stay tuned for updates — Celebrate 75 years of regional music talent with conferences and auditions.
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Frozen: The Broadway Musical
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Tickets required — Immerse in a dazzling spectacle of music and storytelling with Elsa and Anna's epic journey.
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Chandler Pearson Concert
4-9 p.m. — Camp Fimfo Waco — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of live music featuring Tracy Byrd in a unique Texas setting.
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2nd Annual Veterans Gala
6-10 p.m. — AC Hotel Waco Downtown — $75 per person — A night of fellowship, remembrance, and gratitude honoring our veterans.
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Children's Miracle Network Golf Tournament
7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Bear Ridge Golf Club — Starts at $30 — Play golf for a cause and support local children's healthcare.
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Hiring Red, White & You Hiring Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Waco Convention Center — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore job opportunities at this community-focused hiring fair.
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Dia De Sendero - Sendero Flagship 1 Year Anniversary
Sendero Provisions is celebrating one year of the Flagship Store in downtown Waco with Dia de Sendero — a full day of live music, local vendors, eats, drinks, and good times. Free with RSVP, but entry isn’t guaranteed.
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