Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Baylor students volunteer to sort donations for underprivileged and homeless children through Toys from the Heart, serving 1,360 families this holiday season.
🎭 Culture
Vintage Mio, a record store in downtown Waco with over 20,000 records and a commitment to community engagement, including donations to nonprofits, offers a diverse collection and live music experiences.
Waco artist Rocky Kelley wins first place in the World KC Day digital art contest, raising awareness for keratoconus, a vision-impairing disease.
📰 Economy
Ben Walters, reflecting the national trend, works a second job to financially stay ahead, a situation faced by millions of Americans.
🏛️ Government
Waco is set to invest tens of millions in infrastructure upgrades, including new bridges and roadwork along Speegleville Road, to foster development in the area.
The Texas Veterans Hall of Fame awarded Waco native and WWII hero Doris Miller the Medal of Valor, while his family and advocates push for him to receive the Medal of Honor.
🏈 Sports
Oglesby and Abbott were defeated in the 6-man football semi-finals, ending their undefeated seasons and aspirations for state championships.
🎉 Waco Events
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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.
The Nutcracker by Waco Symphony
The Nutcracker, op. 71, is a ballet performance conducted by Beau Benson, featuring the Waco Symphony at Waco Hall.
The Nutcracker Ballet Performance
Experience the enchanting holiday tradition of The Nutcracker featuring professional dancers, local talent, and a live orchestra in Waco Hall.
Concert by David Phelps
David Phelps will perform at the Midway ISD Performing Arts Center in Hewitt, Texas.
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.
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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