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Published 20 hours agoTalarico's Baylor campaign stop marks new approach to political events on campus
James Talarico brought his U.S. Senate campaign to Baylor University Wednesday, drawing about 1,000 students, faculty and staff as the university opens its campus to Senate candidates.
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Published September 16Waco Public Radio announces new shows, partnerships to bring local content.
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Published September 11Waco Civic Theatre’s ‘Come From Away’ finds hope in the aftermath of 9/11
Waco Civic Theatre’s ‘Come From Away’ finds hope in the aftermath of 9/11
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Published September 09KWBU and Rogue Media Launch “Beneath the Surface” With Host Kennisha Thornton
New hybrid video podcast and radio series expands KWBU’s local programming through a partnership with Waco-based Rogue Media
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Published September 08KWBU and The Waco Bridge Evolve Partnership, KWBU Announces “The Brazos Bulletin”
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Published September 08KWBU and Texas Music Café Launch “Texas Music Café Radio Hour”
New weekly program brings two decades of Waco music history, live performances, and Texas artists to KWBU’s weekend lineup.
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Published September 08Rachel E. Pate Returns to the Driver’s Seat at KWBU’s Downtown Depot
After taking a break from hosting to focus on civic engagaements, Rachel E. Pate is officially returning as the host of KWBU's Downtown Depot.
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Published September 08Westfest turns 50, celebrating generations of Czech heritage and tradition
Westfest celebrates 50 years of Czech heritage and tradition in West, bringing longtime residents and visitors together for a weekend of polka and community.
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Published September 04MCC’s bet on career prep paid off. The state funding model that inspired it fell short.
McLennan Community College connected more students with career-focused programs under a new state funding formula. Now a $3.1 million state shortfall has left MCC’s taxpayers to make up the difference.
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Published August 27Timothy Shotwell Pelfrey, Jr.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Timothy Shotwell Pelfrey, Jr., age 57, who departed this world on July 20, 2026, in Waco, TX
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Published August 26Central Texas Food Bank opens new Waco Hub, bringing services to nine northern counties.
The CTFB celebrated the opening of its brand new Waco Food Hub Tuesday morning, the first outside of Austin.
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Published August 20