Thursday, November 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot, dubbed 'Poultry in Motion', will feature a 5K, One Mile event, and pie-eating contest on November 28, 2024, with proceeds benefiting the Community Cancer Association. FOX 44
- ➤ The Salvation Army of McLennan County is offering its 133rd Thanksgiving meal to support those in need amid rising food costs, with opportunities to donate and volunteer for future events. FOX 44
- ➤ The 37th annual Homestead Fair, starting Friday, will feature an expanded selection of crafts, food, and activities, drawing thousands to its post-Thanksgiving tradition. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Toys from the Heart is conducting its 14th annual toy donation drive, aiming to provide Christmas gifts for thousands of homeless and underprivileged children in Waco. KXXV
- ➤ The opening of Baylor University's $212.6 million Foster Pavilion draws mixed feelings from fans and alumni due to the view of the new arena being obscured by the older Clifton Robinson Tower. Waco Tribune-Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A confiscated firearm led to the murder charge of Demerrion Keith Crayton for the 2023 fatal shooting of Michael Everett Jr. in Waco, with ballistics and DNA evidence linking Crayton to the crime. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Nicolas Jaimes-Hernandez, accused of a 2022 quintuple murder in McGregor, has been ordered to a mental health hospital to possibly restore his trial competence, amid legal and healthcare system delays. Waco Tribune-Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hewitt small business owners highlight the impact of shopping locally, stressing its benefits to the community and their challenges in competing with larger companies. KXXV
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 17 Baylor Bears, boasting a 4-2 record and averaging 84.0 points per game, are set to host the New Orleans Privateers, who come into the game with a 2-4 record and a recent overtime victory led by James White's 31 points. KCENTV
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Homestead Fair: Hands-On Arts and Crafts Festival
Experience a day of hands-on projects, uplifting concerts, and cultural discussions at the Homestead Fair in Waco, Texas.
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Homestead Fair: A Community Celebration of Handmade Arts and Crafts
Experience a day filled with hands-on projects, uplifting concerts, and artisan shopping at the Homestead Fair in Waco, Texas.
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Homestead Fair at Homestead Heritage
Experience a variety of hands-on activities including basket weaving, birdhouse building, and engaging seminars at the Homestead Fair in Waco, Texas.
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Virtual Tour at Lynridge of Waco Assisted Living & Memory Care
Experience a comprehensive virtual tour of Lynridge of Waco, showcasing their award-winning dining, exceptional care, and engaging activities for seniors.
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Christmas Celebration Featuring Elvis
Celebrate the holiday season with a vibrant Christmas show featuring Elvis at the Waco Hippodrome Theatre, where tickets are selling quickly.
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Homestead Fair: A Family Festival in Waco
Experience hands-on activities, live music, and artisanal shopping at the Homestead Fair, perfect for families seeking fun and learning.
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He Rules the World: A Family-Friendly Concert Experience of the Nativity
He Rules the World is an immersive live concert event combining rock music, narration, and animation to tell the Nativity story through the perspectives of key biblical figures.
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The Nutcracker by Waco Symphony
The Nutcracker, op. 71, is a ballet performance conducted by Beau Benson, featuring the Waco Symphony at Waco Hall.
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The Nutcracker Ballet Performance
Experience the enchanting holiday tradition of The Nutcracker featuring professional dancers, local talent, and a live orchestra in Waco Hall.
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Concert by David Phelps
David Phelps will perform at the Midway ISD Performing Arts Center in Hewitt, Texas.
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