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In today's newsletter:
- Looking for work? See who’s hiring across Waco right now.
- Why Waco doctors disagree on newborn hepatitis B shots now
- How to snag seats for John Crist’s Waco Hall show
Also on today's calendar: Holiday Market at the Waco Downtown Farmers Market and 7 more events.
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- Thursday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 66 and low of 39 degrees.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and warm, temps: high: 73, low: 44.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 49 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. More than 2,000 job openings available across McLennan County (kxxv.com) — Waco job seekers have more than 2,000 openings across McLennan County, with several local restaurants still struggling to stay fully staffed. Owners describe high turnover and no-shows, while a hospitality hiring event at Hotel 1928 on Thursday afternoon offers a direct way to land work in the Waco area’s busy service industry. 
2. Waco, Texas doctors split on CDC's new hepatitis B vaccine guidance for newborns (kwtx.com) — Waco physicians are sharply divided over new CDC guidance that no longer recommends hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns on their first day of life. Local doctors from Martindale Family Medicine and Waco Family Medicine explain why some still urge birth-day shots while others support waiting, and they stress that Waco parents should talk directly with their own physicians.
3. Comedian John Crist to entertain at Waco Hall in April (baylorlariat.com) — Baylor is bringing comedian John Crist to Waco Hall for a campus comedy show at 7 p.m. on April 19, with tickets opening first to students, then the public. Waco residents can buy seats online through the Waco Hall Ticket Office as part of Crist’s national tour, which follows his popular streaming specials and viral sketch videos.
4. Ranking Baylor bathrooms from worst to best (baylorlariat.com) — Baylor students in Waco might appreciate this lighthearted ranking of campus bathrooms, highlighting where to find the cleanest, quietest and most private spots. From a hidden family restroom in Waco Hall to the serene Armstrong Browning Library basement, the list guides students toward more comfortable breaks between classes without straying far from familiar campus landmarks.
5. Man charged with abusing grandchildren in Texas home (shorenewsnetwork.com) — Waco residents should know that a 52-year-old man has been charged with multiple counts of injuring a child after an investigation into alleged abuse of his grandchildren at a local home. Police, school staff, and family members reported repeated injuries and threats, and the suspect was booked into McLennan County Jail before bonding out as the case moves toward court.
📸 Around Waco
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Waco
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★ Featured events ★
- Stars Over Texas Jamboree: Christmas Edition
Lee Lockwood Library and Museum, 2801 W Waco Dr, Waco
7:00 pm
Thursday December 11
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Other local events
- 4th Grade Field Trip - Old Fort Parker
Robinson ISD Waco, TX 76706 - Last Day of Make-Up for EOC (retakes)
Robinson ISD Waco, TX 76706 - 6th Grade Field Trip - Dallas Arboretum
Robinson ISD Waco, TX 76706 - RHS Soccer Alumni
Challenge Academy Waco, TX 76704
5:30 pm - RHS JV Girls Basketball Tourn. @ Salado
Robinson ISD Waco, TX 76706 - RHS Cheer NCA Regionals Competition
Robinson ISD Waco, TX 76706 - Rocket Makers Market
Robinson ISD , Student Parking Lot by Ag Building , Waco
9:00 am - Holiday Market at the Waco Downtown Farmers Market
Waco Downtown Farmers Market , 200 E Bridge St , Waco
9:00 am - Waco Downtown Farmers Market
Waco Downtown Farmers Market, 200 E Bridge St, Waco, TX, 76704
9:00 am
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
Saturday December 20
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Jan Brett Presentation + Signing FABLED BOOKSHOP
Fabled Bookshop & Cafe , 215 S 4th St , Waco
10:00 am - Hot Cocoa & Ornament Night
Fuzz Lab Waco , 1225 Richland Dr Suite 1 , Waco
5:00 pm - Gnomie - Santa's Lil Surprise
Painting with a Twist , 1621 N Valley Mills Dr , Waco
6:00 pm - AGC 2025 Christmas Party
The WorkSITE , 2501 Wycon Dr , Woodway
6:00 pm
Thursday December 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hey West Waco neighbors.
The City of Waco Christmas Polar Express (garbage truck) will be at the Chapel Road Park this evening at 6 pm. It has snow bubbles and possibly the… (Nextdoor Western Ridge Estates) - My daughter rescued yet another dog.
she saw it on the highway going between traffic stopped the car and the dog jumped right in. she's someone's baby. she was chip checked by fire… (Nextdoor Rambler)
- Baylor University (TX) posted a job opening for Student Worker - Camp Counselor - iEngage - BC in Waco. Apply here.
- McLennan Community College posted a job opening for Continuing Education - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant in Waco. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Waco here.
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