City Offices Closed for Memorial Day Published on May 08, 2025 City of Waco offices will be closed on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day. Some City of Waco services, departments, and contracted partners have alternate schedules. Tagged as: , Announcements, Latest Information
Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Published on May 07, 2025 The Waco-McLennan County Library is excited to announce the launch of its annual Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge. Registration opened on Thursday, May 1 at all library locations and online at wacolibrary.org. This year’s challenge, that runs June 1 to July 31, encourages readers of all ages to log their reading each day, earn prizes, and discover the joy of reading all summer long. Tagged as: , Announcements
Spring Cleaning with Solid Waste Published on May 06, 2025 It’s the season for getting rid of things that are just taking up space! We can help you safely dispose of just about anything. Read the spring cleaning guide. Tagged as: , Latest Information
General Election Published on May 05, 2025 During the general election on Saturday, May 3, George Chase won the District Five seat for Waco City Council. Isabel Lozano and returning Councilmember Darius Ewing ran unopposed and will serve Districts Two and Four respectively. Tagged as: , Latest Information
Melissa Sheldon Named Animal Shelter Professional of the Year Published on May 01, 2025 We’re thrilled to announce that Melissa Sheldon, Director of Animal Services at Pet Circle Regional Animal Center, has been named the 2025 Animal Shelter Professional of the Year. This award comes from the National Animal Care and Control Association in recognition of Melissa’s exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and lasting impact on her team and community. Tagged as: , Animal Services, Announcements
Get the latest City Limits eNewsletter! Published on April 28, 2025 City Limits eNewsletters are sent out twice a month to share City of Waco events and programs.Topics this week include:• Brazos Nights Cinco de Mayo Celebration• 2024 Annual Report• Splash Pads Now Open• The COE (Community Opportunity Event)• And more! Tagged as: , Latest Information
Grow as a Leader with Waco Youth Council Published on April 25, 2025 Do you have a high school student passionate about your community? Apply today for the Waco Youth Council! The City of Waco is seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, and motivated teens to join the 2025-26 Waco Youth Council. Deadline is Friday, May 9. Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Waco Annual Report Now Available Published on April 16, 2025 Our City of Waco Annual Report is now available! 2024 was a year of great accomplishments all made possible by our City Council, hardworking City staff, dedicated partners, and our incredible residents. This report includes a financial summary, Waco-area statistics, and snapshots of accomplishments from the past year. Tagged as: , Latest Information
Find Your Krypto: Pet Circle Waco Superhero PSA Published on April 01, 2025 Find your Krypto at Pet Circle Regional Animal Center! Inspired by Superman and his loyal companion, the new video PSA features Moonie, one of our many fantastic animals in the shelter! Just like Krypto, Moonie and our shelter animals possess unique strengths and personalities, waiting to discover their own special mission — to bring love and compassion to their forever home. Tagged as: , Animal Services, Latest Information
City of Waco Celebrates Fire Station #15 Grand Opening Published on March 20, 2025 There was a blaze of community spirit for the grand opening of Fire Station #15 on Thursday, March 20. Residents, city officials, and proud firefighters came together for the dedication of the state-of-the-art facility at 10905 Panther Way. Tagged as: , Latest Information