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Saturday, December 7th, 2024
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Waco Wonderland began its annual festivities at Heritage Square with highlights including a strength test by 12-year-old Grayson Harwood, a choir performance, and a concluding fireworks display. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Columbus Avenue Baptist Church will host a drive-thru live Nativity event on Dec. 14-15, featuring multilingual narrations and various festivities. Waco Tribune-Herald
CRIME NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Collin Street Bakery in Texas, known for its 128-year-old fruitcake recipe featuring local pecans, attributes its long-standing success to creating bonds across generations. KXXV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A 2006 Texas report highlighted that undocumented immigrants contribute more to the state's economy than they cost, challenging common arguments against them. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waco ISD is adjusting attendance boundaries due to school expansions and the scheduled closure of Alta Vista Elementary in June 2025, with a focus on equitable access to programs across new zones. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waco seeks state funds for potential relocation or rehabilitation of the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum to overcome historical commission restrictions at its current site. KXXV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Billings, a Chicago Bears defensive tackle and Waco, Texas native, has been nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for his contributions both on and off the field, including significant community involvement. KCENTV
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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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A Week of Experiencing God's Love
The ‘A’ School offers a one-week exploration into the concept of divine love, combining biblical teachings with personal transformation experiences.
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2024 Barkin’ Ball: A Midnight Celebration in Monte Carlo
The Barkin’ Ball is Waco’s premier New Year’s Eve event, featuring a Monte Carlo theme with food, entertainment, and fundraising for Fuzzy Friends Rescue.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
~ Buddha
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