The Waco Bridge
Green Communities Conference focuses on resilience, plus zoo tours and kayaking
The conference runs Wednesday and Thursday at the Waco Convention Center with panels ranging from climate anxiety, regenerative agriculture, building resilient communities and sustainability.
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7mMidway ISD narrows its deficit and raises pay after tough decisions
Midway Independent School District reduced its budget deficit after closing Speegleville Elementary School, eliminating programs and reorganizing staff. The budget includes a 2% raise for all employees.
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8mSpaceX McGregor site overpumped aquifer for years, records show
The rocket testing site has blown through its permitted groundwater allowance three years straight. McGregor, the site’s owner, says it has a plan to offset groundwater use and avoid enforcement penalties.
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5mWaco ISD aims to retain teachers, staff with pay plan
The $4.8 million package is funded with proceeds from the Indian Spring Middle School sale.
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3mWaco brings Juneteenth joy to Elm Avenue
Organizers say about 1,000 people participated in the parade celebrating 161 years of emancipation in Texas.
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4mWaco ISD sees gains in math STAAR scores but lags in reading scores
Waco Independent School District’s preliminary STAAR data shows some gains and setbacks at campuses with failing ratings.