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
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
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
Sign Up for Emergency Notifications Published on March 13, 2025 If we can't reach you, we can't alert you! Severe weather season is here. Sign up for emergency notifications at alertwaco.com today to receive alerts about severe storms, flash floods, tornadoes, and other emergencies. Tagged as: , Announcements
Applications Open for the Next Victim Services Volunteer Academy Published on March 13, 2025 Support Victims of Crime in Waco and McLennan County! The Victim Services unit relies heavily on its volunteers. Victim Services volunteers go out into the community when a crisis hits, comforting those who have fallen victim or are experiencing distress. The next Victim Services Volunteer Academy begins April 7. Apply now! Tagged as: , Announcements
Spring Forward on March 9 + Smoke Alarm Reminder! Published on March 06, 2025 Daylight Savings Time in Texas starts at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9. Move your clocks forward one hour. Now is also a great time to change the batteries in your home's smoke alarms! The Waco Fire Department, in partnership with the American Red Cross, will install free smoke alarms in the Waco community upon request! Tagged as: , Announcements
Federal Grant Funding Available for Qualified Organizations Published on March 04, 2025 City of Waco Housing & Community Development invites qualified organizations to submit applications to receive anticipated federal funding from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME). Applications will be accepted from March 4 through April 4, 2025. Tagged as: , Announcements
Interstate 35 Waco South Construction Coming Soon Published on March 01, 2025 The Texas Department of Transportation has started the major four-year expansion project on Interstate 35. Construction started in February 2025 and is expected to last until early 2029. The project will focus on the stretch between 12th Street and Highway 6. Tagged as: , Announcements
Waco-McLennan County Library Receives Library Excellence Award Published on February 24, 2025 Waco-McLennan County Library has received the 2024 Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association (TMLDA,) an affiliate of the Texas Municipal League. Tagged as: , Announcements