Waco.
city in and seat of McLennan County, Texas, United States
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Tesla announced it will hold an event in Waco.Some support1 report
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Development plans in Waco are facing pushback, including an annexation proposal affecting county jurisdiction and concerns over a potential wastewater plant threatening the Brazos River.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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Dog Ridge water loss metrics are reported in relation to Waco region and Brazos River Authority averages.Some support1 report
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KXXV, a media entity, is an affiliate operating in the state of Texas.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Fair and Rodeo is held in Waco, Texas, and KXXV is based in the city.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Andrea Zimmerman urged the Waco council to install a baby box.Some support1 report
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Hinton moved from Waco to Sacramento on October 9, 2026.Some support1 report
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Zoning rules are impacting properties located near the Brazos River in Waco.Some support1 report
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Waco is the city seat of McLennan County, Texas.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
One to three months ago
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Central Texas College, located in Waco, hosted a tour of its facilities for students, including Robert Russell Johnson.Some support1 report
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An exhibit celebrating the history of the region was held in Waco, Central Texas, honoring Comanche culture.Some support2 reports
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Central Texas Food Bank, based in Austin, serves as the largest food provider for Waco's ministries, while officials review developments in Hood County.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A facility has been opened by the Central Texas Food Bank to serve local families amid rising food insecurity in the Central Texas region.Some support1 report
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Sirens activated in Robinson due to NWS alerts, while the city operates within the Waco system area.Some support1 report
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Trey Oakley is the President and CEO of Methodist Children Home (MCH), which provides services in downtown Waco.Some support1 report
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Flock Safety technology is being utilized in surrounding areas of Waco.Some support1 report
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City facilities in Waco affect residents' access to recreational areas.Some support1 report
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Waco Public Transit is operating its city-fixed routes.Some support1 report
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A Waco Hub, associated with Baylor's organization, is operating in the Waco area, which is outside of Austin. Jeremy Everett is the Executive Director.Some support1 report
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A water crisis has caused customers to move from Waco to Pflugerville.Some support1 report
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Huser Brothers have left Waco, Texas.Some support1 report
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Competing tax rate proposals are affecting shared residents in McLennan County.Some support2 reports
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Police operations are underway in the wider Central Texas region, specifically serving the area of Waco.Some support2 reports
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Local environmental projects in McLennan County, Texas, include joint composting, wastewater treatment collaboration, and litigation over funding cuts.Some support1 report1 development inside
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TXU Energy provided energy aid to residents in Waco and Central Texas.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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Houston area faces landfill operational issues, prompting TCEQ investigation into fire procedures.Some support1 report
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Paul Allison led a fundraiser event in Waco on July 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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Cornerstone Caregiving is expanding operations within McLennan County and relocating its global headquarters to downtown Waco.Some support1 report
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Baylor University is situated in the city of Waco.Some support2 reports
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Waco operates within the state of Texas, managing local services and fees.Some support1 report
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The Cliven Bundy case was referenced as a comparative example in relation to events in Waco.Some support1 report
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WalletHub reported on spending trends within the city of Waco.Some support1 report
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Waco, Killeen, and Belton are all cities located within the Central Texas region.Some support2 reports
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Circle Hardware is located in Waco, Texas.Some support1 report
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Cen-Tex provided Gatorade to workers in Waco, Texas, on June 18.Some support1 report
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Big Red Soda originated in Waco, Texas.Some support1 report
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Waco and Fort Worth are both situated within the state of Texas.Well supported3 reports
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Waco, Corsicana, and Athens are listed in the Central Texas Flood Watch.Some support1 report
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Waco area experienced flooding affecting residents' property.Some support2 reports
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A Flood Watch remains active in Waco, Texas, due to heavy rainfall and runoff.Some support1 report
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A cold front is moving through Central Texas, causing significant flooding in affected areas including Waco.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Christian Hudspeth moved between several cities, including Houston, Waco, and locations in Nevada.Some support1 report
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Graphic Packaging reported results from Atlanta and its Waco recycled paperboard investment is nearing completion.Some support1 report
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Around Waco this week
News at the entities that move Waco most-
McLennan County OperationalPat Curry, representing McLennan County, is focused on Central Texas water issues amid a challenge for local representation.Moves Waco
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L3Harris Technologies StructuralL3Harris Technologies ousted CEO Christopher Kubasik following a conduct violation investigation.Moves Waco
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Graphic Packaging StructuralA redevelopment project is underway in Middletown, Butler County, involving a former Graphic Packaging site.Moves Waco
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Flock Safety OperationalFlock Safety installed cameras in Lebanon, while legal and political debates regarding their use continue in Lebanon and Oklahoma.Moves Waco
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Robinson StructuralRobinson has been appointed as the chief economist for the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).Moves Waco
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National Weather Service Shared contextThe National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center collaborate on severe weather information sharing and forecasting for Eastern North Carolina.Moves Waco
Connections
The 40 strongest of 87, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
McLennan County Operational
The county and city maintain an active operational relationship through shared governance, joint programs, and jurisdictional negotiations.
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Central Texas Food Bank Structural
The Central Texas Food Bank operates as a primary resource provider serving the food ministries within the Waco community.
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Brazos River Operational
Waco's urban development, zoning, and infrastructure projects actively utilize and influence the health and corridor of the Brazos River.
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Royal Moroccan Air Force Structural
Waco serves as the necessary location for L3Harris to conduct maintenance operations for Royal Moroccan Air Force aircraft.
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Pflugerville Operational
Due to the water crisis, customers were displaced from Waco and sought services or residency in Pflugerville.
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L3Harris Technologies Structural
L3Harris utilizes a facility in Waco for its avionics work.
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Graphic Packaging Structural
Graphic Packaging is establishing and operating a paperboard production facility in Waco.
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Hood County Shared context
Two co-located entities whose officials interact regarding developments in the shared geographic area.
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Austin Shared context
Both cities are noted for sharing regional characteristics and relative geographic positioning within Texas.
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National Weather Service Shared context
The National Weather Service issues watches and warnings that apply to the location of Waco.
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Cliven Bundy Mentioned together
Cliven Bundy's case was used as a comparative example in relation to Waco.
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TXU Energy Structural
TXU Energy provides energy aid services to the community of Waco.
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Paul Allison Shared context
Paul Allison is leading a fundraiser while operating within the geographical context of Waco.
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Flock Safety Operational
Waco police rejected Flock Safety's technology proposal for alternative ALPR systems, though A operates in surrounding areas.
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Tesla Shared context
Waco serves as the location for a scheduled Tesla unveiling and event.
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Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Shared context
Waco is a location where the funding decisions and impacts of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board are felt by local colleges.
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Baylor University Shared context
Baylor University is physically situated within the city of Waco.
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Seward County Shared context
The locations are linked contextually as the former residence/birthplace of the main subject, Dick Rhodes.
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Central Texas Shared context
Waco is a city geographically situated within the larger Central Texas region.
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KXXV Shared context
The media entity KXXV is based in and operates within the location Waco.
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Gen Korean BBQ Shared context
Gen Korean BBQ established a new restaurant location within the city of Waco.
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Sanders Shared context
The location of Waco serves as the base of operations for Sanders' business interests.
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Robinson Structural
The infrastructure entity operates within the geographical boundaries of the Waco system area.
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Aldi Shared context
Aldi operates as a retailer within the geographical context of Waco, catering to consumers seeking cost savings.
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Cornerstone Caregiving Shared context
Cornerstone Caregiving is relocating its global headquarters to downtown Waco.
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Houston Shared context
The two cities are linked by the historical movement of an individual.
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Sacramento Shared context
A person named Hinton moved from Waco to Sacramento.
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WalletHub Shared context
WalletHub reports on spending trends within the geographical context of Waco.
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Donald Trump Shared context
Donald Trump is scheduled to hold campaign rallies in Waco.
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Gatorade Shared context
Gatorade is being provided to workers in Waco as part of a larger operational chain managed by Cen-Tex.
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial Shared context
The entities are mentioned in the context of comparing memorial styles across various locations.
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Central Texas College Shared context
Central Texas College is located within the city of Waco.
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Dallas Zoo Shared context
The Dallas Zoo operates within the geographic context of Waco, including the presence of penguins.
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Neighbors Operational
Neighbors is involved in pushback against city development plans in Waco.
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Greg Abbott Transactional
The Governor visited Waco for a roundtable discussion regarding a specific initiative.
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Andrea Zimmerman Shared context
Andrea Zimmerman is involved in local governance within the city of Waco.
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Harold Alexander Shared context
Harold Alexander is contextually linked to a business in Waco that experienced flood damage.
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Ken Paxton Transactional
Paxton's office conducted a plea deal negotiation or case handling in Waco.
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Hoffman Shared context
Hoffman was a former attorney who practiced in Waco.
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James Talarico Shared context
James Talarico gathered community members within the location of Waco.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
6 events- Tesla announced it will hold an event in Waco.
- Dog Ridge water loss metrics are reported in relation to Waco region and Brazos River Authority averages.
- Fair and Rodeo is held in Waco, Texas, and KXXV is based in the city.
- Andrea Zimmerman urged the Waco council to install a baby box.
- Hinton moved from Waco to Sacramento on October 9, 2026.
- Zoning rules are impacting properties located near the Brazos River in Waco.
September 2026
6 events- Central Texas College, located in Waco, hosted a tour of its facilities for students, including Robert Russell Johnson.
- An exhibit celebrating the history of the region was held in Waco, Central Texas, honoring Comanche culture.
- A facility has been opened by the Central Texas Food Bank to serve local families amid rising food insecurity in the Central Texas region.
- Sirens activated in Robinson due to NWS alerts, while the city operates within the Waco system area.
- Trey Oakley is the President and CEO of Methodist Children Home (MCH), which provides services in downtown Waco.
- Flock Safety technology is being utilized in surrounding areas of Waco.
August 2026
6 events- City facilities in Waco affect residents' access to recreational areas.
- Waco Public Transit is operating its city-fixed routes.
- A Waco Hub, associated with Baylor's organization, is operating in the Waco area, which is outside of Austin. Jeremy Everett is the Executive Director.
- A water crisis has caused customers to move from Waco to Pflugerville.
- Huser Brothers have left Waco, Texas.
- Competing tax rate proposals are affecting shared residents in McLennan County.
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July 2026
9 events- Development plans in Waco are facing pushback, including an annexation proposal affecting county jurisdiction and concerns over a potential wastewater plant threatening the Brazos River.
- Central Texas Food Bank, based in Austin, serves as the largest food provider for Waco's ministries, while officials review developments in Hood County.
- Police operations are underway in the wider Central Texas region, specifically serving the area of Waco.
- TXU Energy provided energy aid to residents in Waco and Central Texas.
- Houston area faces landfill operational issues, prompting TCEQ investigation into fire procedures.
- Paul Allison led a fundraiser event in Waco on July 6, 2026.
- Cornerstone Caregiving is expanding operations within McLennan County and relocating its global headquarters to downtown Waco.
- Baylor University is situated in the city of Waco.
- Waco operates within the state of Texas, managing local services and fees.
June 2026
16 events- KXXV, a media entity, is an affiliate operating in the state of Texas.
- Waco is the city seat of McLennan County, Texas.
- Local environmental projects in McLennan County, Texas, include joint composting, wastewater treatment collaboration, and litigation over funding cuts.
- The Cliven Bundy case was referenced as a comparative example in relation to events in Waco.
- WalletHub reported on spending trends within the city of Waco.
- Waco, Killeen, and Belton are all cities located within the Central Texas region.
- Circle Hardware is located in Waco, Texas.
- Cen-Tex provided Gatorade to workers in Waco, Texas, on June 18.
- Big Red Soda originated in Waco, Texas.
- Waco and Fort Worth are both situated within the state of Texas.
- Waco, Corsicana, and Athens are listed in the Central Texas Flood Watch.
- Waco area experienced flooding affecting residents' property.
- A Flood Watch remains active in Waco, Texas, due to heavy rainfall and runoff.
- A cold front is moving through Central Texas, causing significant flooding in affected areas including Waco.
- Christian Hudspeth moved between several cities, including Houston, Waco, and locations in Nevada.
- Graphic Packaging reported results from Atlanta and its Waco recycled paperboard investment is nearing completion.