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Bell County food trucks battle increase costs with state permit law change
By Mariah Williams at KXXV
· June 29, 2026
· 3 min read
Food truck owners across Texas must now obtain a new state permit instead of county-level permits, and Bell County vendors say they were caught off guard after being told their existing permits would carry them through the year until recently.Watch the story here: Bell County...
Key takeaway "For Bell County, the permit was $250, which they just raised from the previous year.
Why this matters in Waco
The conviction of former Catholic Priest Anthony Odiong sends a strong message to the Waco community that sex crimes will not be tolerated. As a city with a strong presence of Baylor University and other institutions, Waco places a high value on the safety and well-being of its residents, particularly its young people. The McLennan County Sheriff's Office and local law enforcement have demonstrated their commitment to pursuing justice in such cases. The severity of Odiong's sentence, including life imprisonment and significant fines, reflects the gravity of his crimes. This case may also raise questions about the measures in place to prevent and respond to similar incidents within local institutions, including schools and places of worship. As the community processes this verdict, it will be important to consider how to support survivors of sex crimes and prevent such abuses of power in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Food truck owners across Texas must now obtain a new state permit instead of county-level permits, and Bell County vendors say they were caught off guard after being told their existing permits would carry them through the year until recently.Watch the story here: Bell County...
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