Posts by Debrah Wright
Greater Waco Sports Commission Seeking Volunteers for Spring Events
WACO, Texas – The Greater Waco Sports Commission is looking for volunteers for two upcoming spring events: the Light Up the Dark 5K on April 12 and the 3V3 Basketball Tournament on April 25. The Light Up the Dark 5K, presented by Chick-fil-A and hosted by Unbound Now, will take place at Cameron Park Zoo.…
Read MoreSunny Skies, Superfoods and a Thriving Community at Waco Downtown Farmers Market
WACO, Texas – The Waco Downtown Farmers Market hosted its first gathering at Bridge Street Plaza on Saturday, marking a new chapter for the weekly event. While initial concerns about parking suggested patrons might face a 15-minute walk, most attendees found themselves within a five- to 10-minute stroll of the market. The new East Waco…
Read MoreWaco Block Party 2025: Celebrating Music, Community, and Support for The Cove
Waco Block Party 2025 is set to bring the community together once again for a weekend filled with music, local vendors, and a celebration of creativity. From February 28 to March 2, this annual event, hosted by Southern Roots Brewing Co. and Rogue Media Network, will showcase Waco’s vibrant arts and culture scene while supporting…
Read MoreMoving Markets: Relocating the Waco Farmers Market
Waco’s Downtown Farmers Market appears every Saturday morning, supplying locals with fresh produce, baked goods, juicy meats, and homemade trinkets. Propped in front of the McLennan County Courthouse, tents and food trucks fill the parking lot as swarms of bodies file down sidewalks to shop, talk, and eat amongst the community. The farmers market has…
Read MoreHoliday Festivities: Waco Holiday Event Guide
If you are searching for the perfect holiday activities to entertain family and friends, look no further. This is a comprehensive list of available shows and events catering to the holiday season, the spread of Christmas joy, and the interests of all in our community. Waco Wonderland will be hosted December 6th through the 8th…
Read MoreThanksgiving Volunteer Guide to Giving Back
The season of thanks is in full swing, and as the day of joining and feasting approaches, we reflect and show gratitude for all that occurs for us. While it is easy to get caught up in the hustle of preparing meals, gathering with loved ones, and counting our blessings, this time is the perfect…
Read MoreHomecoming 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…
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