Posts by Ferrell Foster
Getting in our own way; racism affects everyone
By Jeremy Rhodes I’m currently reading a book by Heather McGhee called The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How we can Prosper Together. Her book begins with an analogy that can serve to illustrate many of the ways we can get in our own way. By the middle of the 20th century, many…
Read MoreUnited Way announces Wendy Ellis as new CEO
By Stephanie Mabry United Way of Waco-McLennan County Board of Directors is proud to announce Wendy Ellis as the new chief executive officer. Ellis joins United Way with over 16 years of experience in community development and executive leadership in both private and public sectors. She has leadership experience most rooted in city government, serving…
Read MoreDr Pepper Museum to mark 30th anniversary
The Dr Pepper Museum in Waco marks its 30th anniversary in May. It is “one of thelargest nonprofit museums devoted to telling the story of the soft drink industry and preservingDr Pepper history,” said a release from museum. The Museum opened in May 1991 and has grown from the vision of a few devoted enthusiasts…
Read MoreMayborn Museum recognized for Virtual Field Trip program, Mayborn Connect
By Rebecca Tucker Nall Baylor University’s Mayborn Museum Complex received a gold TAMMIE award Friday, April 16, at the Texas Association of Museums’ Annual Virtual Conference. The award is for Mayborn’s new school outreach program, Mayborn Connect. “TAMMIE” is an acronym for Texas Association of Museums Media Innovation & Excellence. The award showcases museums that are…
Read MorePopular long-running music show relaunches in new home
By Terry Roller Beginning with a June 10 Golden Oldies Edition, The Stars Over Texas Jamboree will join forces with the historic Waco Hippodrome to begin an exciting reincarnation of Waco’s only locally produced music variety stage show. In addition to a new venue, the Jamboree will be moving to a new night, the second…
Read MoreWaco Police supported in addressing social determinants
By Telawna Kirbie It is my pleasure to introduce a new program in our community called Waco Connect. This community-based program is a joint venture of both Prosper Waco and the Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center. Our goal is to provide social care coordination to community members to promote physical and mental health with…
Read MoreWaco hires new assistant city manager
City of Waco News Release Waco City Manager Bradley Ford announces the hiring of Lisa Blackmon as assistant city manager. Blackmon currently serves as acting city manager in Manteca, Calif. She will relocate to Texas along with her husband, Michael, and two sons and is expected to start in this role by mid-June. The management…
Read MoreMuch to Celebrate: MCC & its University Center reflect on possibilities for students 20 years after start
By Madison Schick What happens when homespun aspirations become well-earned, successful realities for Central Texas community members? The result is largely simple with impactful consequences — sustainable, higher-paying employment, heightened self-esteem, and a general upsurge in prosperity for all presented the opportunity of higher education. At McLennan Community College; the University Center; and partner institutions…
Read MoreSummerFest, April 10, to highlight opportunities for students
By Hermann Pereira In this pandemic and most recently the snow-apocalypse of 2021 we have felt more disconnected. This has truly affected our youth, who are accustomed to being in school face to face everyday along with having the ability to participate in other extracurricular activities. Time away from school is having academic and social…
Read MoreTV anchor Liepman adjusts to challenges of COVID & keeps a tradition alive
Editor: In honor of Women’s History Month, we are featuring interviews with local women leaders. These pieces were written by Baylor University students from the Department of Journalism, Public Relations, and New Media. By Callen Vaught Lindsay Liepman, a morning news anchor/reporter at 25 News KXXV, has been a journalist for 18 years and worked…
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