Posts by Debrah Wright
Homecoming with the Baylor Ice Girls
Dozens of college students shuffle around tight corners of an overpacked shed, the twelve foot U Haul trailer filling the center of the space. Hockey players stand toward the trucks, heaving hot breaths into bright balloons, almost unrecognizable without jerseys, last names, and numbers. Ice Girls dance around the trailer, securing streamers to bare railings.…
Read MoreWeekend Review: Out on the Brazos and Brew at the Zoo
Last weekend, on October 19th, Waco hosted two vibrant events: Out on the Brazos and the 13th Annual Brew at the Zoo, both celebrating community and connection. Out on the Brazos is an annual celebration hosted by the Waco Pride Network that brings together members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies for a day of…
Read MoreUnderstanding OCD this Awareness Week
What is OCD? The National Institute of Mental Health defines Obsessive Compulsive Disorder as a long lasting disorder in which a person experiences uncontrollable and recurring thoughts, engages in repetitive behaviors, or both. These repetitive thoughts, known as obsessions, can take the form of unwanted, disturbing thoughts called intrusions. Compulsions are typically referred to as…
Read MoreCultivate 7Twelve Celebrates Waco’s 175th Anniversary
Lights dancing atop the entrance of the Hippodrome guided my path to the Cultivate 7Twelve storefront swarmed with chatting, huddled groups. Smiling faces waved me through the threshold into a stunning scene of artisanal colors, textures, and compositions. The Cultivate 7Twelve gallery features artwork that is rotated monthly to showcase the talent of many local…
Read MoreExperience The Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo in Waco
Every autumn, Waco transforms into a vibrant hub of culture and tradition as the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo rolls into town. This annual event, deeply rooted in Texas heritage, showcases the best of rodeo, live music, delicious food, and family-friendly entertainment. Whether you’re a local or visiting from afar, here’s why you should…
Read MoreFall Festivities
Welcome to the Autumn season! Here are all the fall festivities needed to get in the spooky spirit. The Great Pumpkin… Patch Central Christian Church has been “Waco’s Pumpkin Patch Church” since 2006. Their pumpkins will be arriving at noon on September 29th, which is when they anticipate opening the patch to the public. CCC’s pumpkin…
Read MoreWaco Votes
Election season is in full swing with candidates campaigning their proposed plans for our communities. Alongside the Presidential candidates, many Texas officials will also be on the ballot at the federal, state, and local levels. To find Texas offices up for election, click here. September 17th was National Voter Registration Day, in which democracy is…
Read MoreWaco History Scavenger Hunt
The Waco History Scavenger Hunt, hosted by Waco History to kick off the celebration of the city’s 175th anniversary, began with beautiful weather on the weekend of September 7th, enhancing the enjoyment of our historical exploration. The morning started at the Saturday Farmers’ Market, where participants registered for the event, grabbed breakfast, and enjoyed live…
Read MoreBack to School Season: Sylly Week
By: Elizabeth Riley Back to school season can be overwhelming while acclimating to new routines and projects. As the weather begins to cool and our lives become packed with responsibilities, it is important to take time outside, surrounding ourselves with all the people, places, and events that Waco has to offer. The start of the…
Read MoreWaco Independent Film Festival: Deep in the Heart of Breakup Season
by Elizabeth Riley A century after the venue’s first screening, viewers of the Waco Independent Film Festival made their way to the Hippodrome Theater in the heart of Waco. Despite the soaring temperatures of late July, the 5 p.m. showing of Breakup Season, written and directed by H. Nelson Tracey, was packed with a buzzing…
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