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Griggs received local recognition for community contributions while Fisher was named a finalist for a tech award, with details of the upcoming ceremony expected to be shared soon.

Sprouts Farmers Market will open a 25,000 sqft grocery store at the Central Texas Marketplace on S Jack Kultgen Expressway.

Construction begins in February 2026 and will finish in November 2026 (permit filing confirms the timeline).

Wooded Crest Drive in Woodway becomes a festive wonderland as families and visitors nationwide flock to see elaborate Christmas lights — costing homeowners about $500 to $600 per month, with the Waco Trolley tour featuring the stop and lights set to be taken down on Jan.

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The MCC Foundation honored Grammy Award-winning artist Ruthie Foster and first-generation college student Miriam Diaz today by naming them the recipients of the Distinguished Alumna Award and Distinguished Leader Award — recognizing their contributions in music and leadership.

City recycling guidelines outline which holiday decorations can be recycled and which items, like damaged lights and tinsel, should be thrown out.

Natural trees will be picked up free Saturday, Jan. 3 (8 a.m. to noon) at Cobbs recycling Center.

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.

Songs for a New World

2:30-5 p.m. — Waco Civic Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a powerful contemporary musical exploring life's defining choices through captivating songs.

WSO Concert Featuring Cliburn Gold Medalist

7:30 p.m. — Waco Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a night of inspiring classical music with Gold Medalist Aristo Sham and the Waco Symphony.