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Five escape Belton house fire, home declared total loss
By Billy Banks at KXXV
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The Belton Fire Department is investigating the cause of an early morning house fire that destroyed a home in the 1000 block of Sharon Drive. Five residents escaped the blaze uninjured, but two pets died as the home was declared a total loss.Firefighters received the emergency...
Key takeaway Firefighters received the emergency call at about 3:44 a.
Why this matters in Waco
The upcoming Expunction Fair in McLennan County is a significant opportunity for residents to clear their records and start anew. For those who have been hindered by past mistakes, expungement can be a crucial step towards rehabilitation and reintegration into the community. With Baylor University and a growing local economy, Waco is a city that offers many chances for personal and professional growth, but a criminal record can often be a major obstacle. By providing a chance for expungement, the McLennan County District Attorney's Office is helping to level the playing field and give residents a fair shot at success. As the Expunction Fair approaches, it will be worth watching to see how many residents take advantage of this opportunity and how it impacts the community as a whole, particularly in terms of employment and education opportunities within the Waco ISD and Midway ISD school districts.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Belton Fire Department is investigating the cause of an early morning house fire that destroyed a home in the 1000 block of Sharon Drive. Five residents escaped the blaze uninjured, but two pets died as the home was declared a total loss.Firefighters received the emergency...
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