Gov. Abbott blocks funding that bankrolled thousands of Flock cameras statewide, including Waco area
A backlash has built against the surveillance camera network, funded in part by state fees. Robinson’s mayor has turned against the cameras, and Woodway will not pursue them.
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EDUCATION
Join us and top leaders Wednesday at the “Future of Texas Workforce” symposium
The Bridge will interview top TSTC and Prosper Waco leaders and county judge nominee Rick Tullis as part of a daylong symposium in partnership with The Texas Tribune.
Waco High student joins competitive marching band, becoming its youngest member
Christian Aguilar became a member of the Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps, a competitive junior drum and bugle corps that competes across the country.
Growth
Streamlined Waco budget could raise fees, lower taxes for some
The budget largely maintains city services and staffing at previous levels despite continued revenue struggles.
Gov. Abbott: Data center approvals in Texas halted pending audits
The governor Monday ordered state regulators to audit all data centers wanting to connect to the state’s power grid.
Community
Join us for a discussion on the Waco workforce
The Waco Bridge and Texas Tribune will host a day-long discussion on workforce issues in Texas and the greater Waco region.
“They’ll rise up again”: A community ponders the end of Waco Pride Network
After Waco’s largest LGBTQ+ organization announced it would disband, other groups work to figure out what’s next.
