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Rise and shine, Waco!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: A metaphysical fair, $1 comics, and free sunset yoga + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Waco protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Simpler disposal for residents: Waco’s waste transfer station and landfill opens today with a Customer Convenience Center to drop trash and recyclables without waiting in line after the previous site closed in late February — get all the details.
Streetscape upgrade invites neighbors: Downtown Waco’s new parklet on Washington Avenue outside Be Kind Coffee recently opened as the first completed Six to Fix safety project, offering a community third space that could calm traffic — get all the details.
A hub for vendor stories: Navy veteran Vorie Miller opened Jayce’s Grocery in China Spring in February to honor her son, offering fresh and local staples like produce, milk, and grass-fed beef for nearby families — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Wing night upgrade: Craving more than lemon pepper? King’s Chicken Wings slings crispy bone-in and nugs with made-from-scratch sauces, plus house ranch worth guarding. A rotating Wing of the Week keeps things fresh, making it an easy dinner move when you don’t feel like cooking.
Glow-up, but local: Skin & Body Refinery is part med-spa, part chill spot to restock your skincare. Winter face needs a pep talk? Their pros and shelves deliver thoughtful treatments, smart ingredients, and zero pressure…so you can float out feeling fresh. It fits right into a weekly self-care rotation.
Time to stripe it: When you need a local reset, Cottonwood Creek Golf Course winds 18 holes through rolling plains, plus a practice range, putting and chipping areas, a junior course, and a grill/bar. Easy to sneak in a round, tune the swing, and claim a little me time.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🛼 Tiny Tot Skate @ Skate Waco Bellmead | Tuesday (3/3) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from the morning chaos and roll into Rave & Roll, a weekday toddler skate party where little legs wobble and you get coffee. Beginner instruction, soft play, crafts, and a real dance party, plus one grown-up skates free, pre-nap wiggles handled.
🍓 Florida Strawberry Truckload Sale @ Academy Sports + Outdoors (Waco, TX) | Wednesday (3/4) at 8:00 AM – Florida strawberries are rolling into the Academy Sports lot on N New Rd for a quick morning pop-up, with sun-ripened 8 lb boxes for 30 bucks. Snag pecans and South Dakota honey, cash or card, first come, first served, because parking-lot produce is peak Waco.
🧘 Sunset Yoga @ Carleen Bright Arboretum | Thursday (3/5) at 5:00 PM – Nothing beats free sunset yoga on the Arboretum’s Great Lawn, all levels welcome, even the chronically inflexible. Bring a mat, water, your favorite people, and pretend it’s a wellness retreat. Parking’s easy, bathrooms nearby, and the sky handles the ambience.
🛍 The Plaza Market: First Fridays @ Hotel Herringbone Plaza | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – Do First Friday right at Hotel Herringbone’s open-air Plaza Market, where European plaza energy meets Texas manners, and admission is free. Hunt vintage finds, sip coffee or wine at Song Bird, then slide into Red Herring and finish on Lucky Buck’s rooftop. Passport not required.
🎬 Family Movie Night (Outdoors): Prince of Egypt @ Journey Christian Community | Friday (3/6) at 6:30 PM – Bring the crew to Journey for a free outdoor screening of The Prince of Egypt to kick off Spring Break. Pack chairs or blankets, enjoy free popcorn and bottled water, and chip in at concessions to back summer camp. The soundtrack still holds up.
🛍 Sidewalk Sale @ Collect ‘Em Again | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 AM – Austin Ave is calling with a one-day, $1 comic sidewalk hunt, the kind that makes your inner 12-year-old high five your thrifty adult self. Dig the boxes, fill the gaps, start something new, and tell the kids you’re building their library.
🔮 Waco Metaphysical Fair @ Hilton Waco | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – Think farmers market vibes, but for your soul, and with free admission. Swing by the Hilton Downtown for psychic readings, energy work, crystals, and all the woo that pairs with a Dr Pepper float. Bring your curiosity, leave with clarity, and maybe a shiny rock.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Waco report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 80°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 4%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath Art House anchors a trio of STRs on S. 9th Street, next door to the Waco Art Center, near Magnolia Market and Baylor. Vibrant, artist-inspired interiors showcase curated art, and each bedroom enjoys a private ensuite. Durable LVP floors and a stainless kitchen shine. Furnishings convey. Large backyard includes gated private parking via electric gates.
Take a peek inside →
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