East Waco

Urban neighborhood · ZIP 76704, 76711

Historic African America community east of the Brazos River. Currently experiencing revitalization with new businesses and housing development.

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East Waco revitalization projects

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Navasota ISD reveals stadium damage; repairs underway ahead of football season

Navasota ISD reveals stadium damage; repairs underway ahead of football season

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Major I-35 closures planned in Waco this weekend: What drivers need to know

TxDOT is closing all main lanes in both directions on I-35 between New Road Drive and 12th Street for 24 hours starting Friday at midnight. …

SpaceX Terafab representatives answer questions at Grimes County Commissioners Court

SpaceX Terafab representatives answer questions at Grimes County Commissioners Court

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KXXVAug 7government

Dallas Cowboys legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy White speaks at Baylor kickoff luncheon

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Sports physicals required before Bryan-College Station student-athletes can compete this fall

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FOX 44Aug 6schools

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Lampasas County Museum undergoes restoration after major storm damage

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Texas A&M football opens fall camp with eyes on back-to-back 10-win seasons for first time since 1990s

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American Red Cross declares supply crisis, urging Central Texas donors to give

American Red Cross declares supply crisis, urging Central Texas donors to give

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