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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local families benefit from community toy drives, ensuring children receive gifts for Christmas despite financial hardships. KXXV
- ➤ Bagby Avenue in Waco is undergoing road and utility reconstruction due to poor conditions and outdated infrastructure, with completion expected by April 2025. KXXV
- ➤ The Waco-McLennan County Library celebrates its 125th anniversary, marking over a century of serving the community with educational and recreational resources. City of Waco
- ➤ The Waco-McLennan County Library now offers a free subscription to Kanopy, expanding digital offerings with over 30,000 film and TV titles accessible to cardholders. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Avaionia Smith and Sydney Wicker secured second place in the Reliant Gingerbread House Decorating Contest, winning $1,000 for Communities in Schools of Greater Central Texas. KCENTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Waco family's home was destroyed in a fire caused by a knocked-over heat lamp, but all occupants and pets safely evacuated. FOX 44
- ➤ A fire that caused significant damage to the Buckeye Bingo Hall in Waco, potentially sparked by an electrical malfunction, resulted in no injuries and an estimated $750,000 in damages. FOX 44
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Waco, Texas, attracted nearly 3 million visitors last year, with top attractions including Baylor University and Magnolia Market, generating significant economic activity, including a $1 million increase in hotel occupancy tax. KXXV
SHOP NEWS
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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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Sendero Warehouse Extravaganza
We’re getting ready to throw our second Annual Sendero Warehouse Extravaganza, on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at our HQ Office located at 5496 North State Hwy, Building 2, Waco, TX! Shop exclusive deals, enjoy food, live music, and family fun—plus a share of all profits benefit Mission Waco.
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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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