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Common Questions
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Waco is named after the Waco Indians, the first inhabitants of
this area. The Wacos were a branch of the Wichitas and were closely
related to the Towakonis. The people lived in beehive shaped huts,
20 to 25 feet high, made of poles, buffalo hides and rushes. Their
village was located about a half mile from the Brazos River where
they grew corn, beans, pumpkins, and melons.
Waco is located in McLennan
County which has a population of 213,517 (Source: 2000 census).
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The Crepe Myrtle is Waco's official tree.
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Community
Pride
The City of Waco believes quality of life for a community includes
beauty. The City of Waco has partnered with Keep Waco Beautiful
to encourage recycling and beautification efforts. Click here
to learn more about Keep Waco Beautiful.
Volunteerism
There are many ways to become involved in our community. The
City of Waco offers various volunteer opportunities including
our Boards and Commissions, the library, zoo and parks and recreation.
Many area non-profit organizations also need volunteers. To learn
more, click here: Volunteer Opportunities.
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