🗞️Penguins, Baylor Football, and Prime Day

Good morning, Waco. This is the Waco Buzz, where the goal is for Waco to be a community of insiders. We’re glad you are here.

In today’s issue:

• Baylor Football Preview 🏈

• Cameron Park Zoo Penguin Announcement 🐧

• Amazon Prime Day is Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. Give your wallet and spouse a heads up.📦

Let’s get to it.

HEARD AROUND TOWN

• ✏️ Waco ISD is in the final stages of its superintendent search, with current Superintendent Susan Kincannon set to retire on September 30, 2024. The district has narrowed the search down to two finalists: Dr. Abelardo Saavedra, a veteran educator and administrator, and Dr. Robin Battershell, who has extensive experience in Texas education. The Waco ISD Board of Trustees is actively seeking public input on the candidates to ensure community involvement in this significant decision. The board is expected to announce its final decision in the coming weeks.

• 🏋️ Woodway Family Center taking off with new offerings, including pickleball, basketball, and balance chair yoga, to better serve the community. These additions aim to provide physical exercise and social engagement opportunities for residents of all ages. The center's expansion underscores its commitment to promoting health and wellness through diverse and inclusive programs. This move reflects the center's ongoing efforts to meet the evolving needs of its members and enhance community engagement.

• 🍿Hollywood Theatres Building SOLD. Having sat vacant for over a year, this exciting announcement came from Onward Realty. The buyer is local to Waco, and we can’t wait to see what goes into the space. A new church? Self storage facility? Something else? What do you think would be best in the former movie theater? Respond to this email and we may feature your response in the Waco Buzz later this week.

LOOKING AHEAD

Mark your calendars because August 8th may break records at the Cameron Park Zoo. Having been announced years ago, the entire city has been looking forward to the next phase of the zoo. he exciting new Gloria and F.M. Young Penguin Shores Exhibit at Cameron Park Zoo on Thursday, August 8! South African penguins are hot weather penguins, perfect for Central Texas. We can’t wait for them to settle into their new home here in Waco!

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EVENT LOWDOWN:

Monday

Dinner and a Movie - Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets | Pivovar |
6-10 PM | Buy Tickets Here

Tuesday
Beer Garden Yoga | Brotherwell Brewery | 6:3-7:30 | $10
Afroman | True Love | 8 PM | Buy Tickets Here

WEATHER….H-O-T

Monday
76 🌡️ 98 ☀️ 55% Humidity

Tuesday
76🌡️ 98 ☀️ 55% Humidity

Sports

Baylor is currently ranked 12th in the Big 12 for the 2024 football season. After back-to-back losing seasons, including a 3-9 record last year, head coach Dave Aranda has taken on defensive play-calling duties to improve their performance. With the return of key defensive players, including linebacker Matt Jones and All-American Caden Jenkins, Aranda is hopeful for a turnaround. The team's success will heavily depend on the impact of Toledo transfer quarterback Dequan Finn and the strategies of new offensive coordinator Jake Spavital​. First game of the season is against Tarleton State on August 31 at McLane Stadium. Buy tickets here.

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