Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lake Belton High School senior Taylor Rogers raised over $1,600 with door-to-door donations to clear 54% of lunch debt during the holiday season. He will attend Texas A&M in the fall & plans to keep serving his fellow students. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Hood officials say residents may feel vibrations today as B-52 bombers from Barksdale Air Force Base drop 500-pound practice bombs during training flights from 8 a.m. to noon, with the 9th Air Support Operations Group managing the drills. KCENTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Baylor University held a news conference Monday (Dec. 15) to welcome Joe Klanderman as the new defensive coordinator for Baylor football at 11 a.m., following his December 11 appointment. KXXV
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Waco Trolley Christmas Lights Tour (Late Tour)
2:30-4 a.m. — 6500 Woodway Dr, Woodway, TX — $25 per person — A charming trolley ride showcasing the most magical Christmas light displays in the Waco area.
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NYE Party Breakfast Buffet
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm — The Backyard Bar Stage and Grill — Cost Info not provided — Celebrate the New Year with a festive breakfast buffet in Waco.
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