Posts by Ferrell Foster
Waco is now home for Ke’Sha Lopez
By Gracie Ozburn Ke’Sha Lopez, a KWTX News 10 anchor, has been an active member of the Waco community for over 10 years. In an interview, Lopez talks about how she stays involved in the “Heart of Texas.” Lopez said she was first influenced to go into journalism by her cousin who had joined his…
Read MoreBurns loves Waco, a community that ‘comes together for the greater good’
In honor of Black History Month, we are featuring interviews with local Black community leaders. These pieces were written by Baylor University students from the Department of Journalism, Public Relations, and New Media. The students asked questions about what the leaders love about Waco, and we are excited to share their responses with you this…
Read MorePeacock building bridges between Baylor & community
In honor of Black History Month, we are featuring interviews with local Black community leaders. These pieces were written by Baylor University students from the Department of Journalism, Public Relations, and New Media. The students asked questions about what the leaders love about Waco, and we are excited to share their responses with you this…
Read MoreParkdale teacher named to Yamaha’s ’40 Under 40′ list of top music educators
By Waco ISD Communications Parkdale Elementary Music Specialist Giselle Vento is receiving national recognition as an honoree in Yamaha’s newly-launched “40 Under 40” music education advocacy program. Vento joins 39 other innovative music educators under the age of 40 who exemplify the highest level of music education in the United States. “I feel grateful to have…
Read MoreVaccines are the new toilet paper
By Suzii Paynter March Everybody needs it and there is not enough. Rumors fly, promises of millions are made, but national news notwithstanding, it’s only the local supply that matters. The city, the county, medical providers, pharmacies, hubs, hospitals are all at the ready… and ready… and ready. Could somebody turn on the spigot? Vaccine…
Read MoreFruit of the month: Avocado
By Paula Solano In February, we observe a host of meaningful observances — Black History Month, American Heart Month, National Children’s Dental Health Month, National Weddings Month, Valentine’s Day, and more. The seasonal fruit for this month’s Better Living for Texans blog is the avocado. Avocados are in season in the spring, summer, and winter.…
Read MoreFrom Russia with love: Baylor student advocates for foster children
By Lucas Land Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) all have their own story about how they became advocates. Not all of them start in Russia. Sasha Messer is a senior psychology major at Baylor University, but when she was 4 years old, she and her brother were adopted from Russia. She grew up in Dallas…
Read MoreCity manager recommending veteran Houston Assistant Chief Sheryl Victorian as Waco’s next police chief
By City of Waco Staff Waco City Manager Bradley Ford announced Monday he is recommending Sheryl Victorian to be the city’s next Chief of Police. Victorian served for 27 years in the Houston Police Department rising to the rank of Assistant Chief. The recommendation goes to the city council on Tuesday, Feb. 16. If approved,…
Read MoreRachel Pate supports economic development through small businesses
In honor of Black History Month, we are featuring interviews with local Black community leaders. These pieces were written by Baylor University students from the Department of Journalism, Public Relations, and New Media. The students asked questions about what the leaders love about Waco, and we are excited to share their responses with you this…
Read MorePrice helps residents connect with city & sees ‘best’ future
In honor of Black History Month, we are featuring interviews with local Black community leaders. These pieces were written by Baylor University students from the Department of Journalism, Public Relations, and New Media. The students asked questions about what the leaders love about Waco, and we are excited to share their responses with you this…
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