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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Waco. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The drive-thru Nativity scene at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church, offering narration in four languages and welcoming over 800 visitors, celebrates international spirit and community connection.  Waco Tribune-Herald
  • Animal rescues in McLennan County are overwhelmed due to a high number of abandoned animals, financial difficulties, and the challenges of pets not being microchipped, spayed, or neutered.  KXXV

CRIME NEWS

  • A Dallas family's endeavor to start a honey bee farm in Axtell struggles as their RV, filled with irreplaceable memories, is stolen and found without any arrests made.  KXXV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A federal report reveals Baylor University's past challenges with Title IX compliance, particularly regarding student-athletes, and outlines improvements made since 2016.  Waco Tribune-Herald

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Waco City Council plans to allocate $39 million towards upgrading and preserving its street network, focusing on bringing streets from fair to good condition and preventing deterioration.  Waco Tribune-Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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