Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After 22 years, the popular Schmidt Christmas light display will move to the Karem Shrine Temple in Waco, ensuring the tradition continues. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ The 2025 Lake Waco Wetlands Calendar, featuring breathtaking photographs by local photographers, is now freely available at various locations to highlight the area's distinctive ecosystem. City of Waco
- ➤ A former U.S. Army specialist and his two daughters were surprised with a mortgage-free home in Woodway, backed by community and veterans' support organizations. Waco Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Cameron Park residents in Waco advocate for traffic control measures to prevent accidents caused by speeding, despite challenges such as impact on emergency services. KXXV
- ➤ Mayor Jim Holmes announces a $5 million project to open a grocery store with 1950's nostalgia at a historic location in downtown Waco by 2026. KCENTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chicago Bears player Andrew Billings gifts a Waco ISD middle school student and his mother free Super Bowl LIX tickets, including travel and accommodation. KCENTV
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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
A word after a word after a word is power.
~ Margaret Atwood
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