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🐝 STATE CHAMPS + MOVIE CASTING CALL

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Sam Harper
June 10, 2025

Good morning, Waco! This is the Waco Buzz, the local newsletter that’s all about turning old things new, grey skies blue, and helping you start your day on the right note. Just like Forrest Frank says, “It’s a good day.”

In today’s edition:

  • Midway Baseball Wins State ⚾

  • Concerts, Trivia, and Events this week 🎶

  • Baylor Sports Camp Lineup 🐻


Last week I asked which local passport you'd actually want to use, think punch card meets city adventure, and after 200 votes, here’s what came out on top:

🥇 The Taco Passport and 💕 Date Night Passport ran away with it.

So we’re building both. Expect exclusive deals, a little city exploration, and a whole lot of flavor. Stay tuned for launch details. Only update for today is that I added a new link if you have an event to submit and another if you want to partner up with the Waco Buzz.

Let’s get to it!

— Sam Harper

Together with Waco Civic Theatre

Let my people go... to the theatre!
The Prince of Egypt is coming to Waco Civic Theatre July 18–27, a powerful musical based on the epic journey of Moses. Expect unforgettable music, stunning stagecraft, and a story that moves generations.

🎟️ Waco Buzz Readers Get 10% Off
Use promo code BUZZ at checkout for discounted tickets, just our way of making date night, family night, or theatre night a little sweeter.

Buzzworthy News

Double Champs at Midway 🏆

Not to be outdone by the softball squad, the Midway High School Baseball Team is now State 6A Champions after a 6-2 win over Atascocita. That’s two state titles for Midway this spring. Safe to say there’s something in the water over there. Congratulations team!
📸 See the game recap from KWTX

Lights, Camera, Waco 🎬
Heart of Texas, the Waco-made film about family and resilience, is sweeping film festivals around the world from Cannes to Toronto to Tokyo. Yes, that Tokyo. Waco’s storytelling game is strong.
🏆 View the full list of awards and watch the trailer here.
Got dreams of being an extra in a movie? You’re in luck. A new film, written by Baylor students, is shooting scenes around downtown Waco through July, and they’re looking for local extras of all ages.
🎭 See casting info & how to sign up

New Ballroom at AC Hotel Downtown 🏙️
Skyline views? Check. Sleek event space? Check. The new ballroom at the AC Hotel is here. Bonus: the ground floor is now home to Kilwin’s Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop, which is celebrating its grand opening this weekend.
Even cooler? The building will soon house the Waco Welcome Center.
🍫 Read more via KCEN

🧳 Local Business

From the Top! 👯‍♀️
What used to be Sandy’s Dancewear is now From the Top! — same spot between Jason’s Deli and GNC, brand new ownership. This locally-owned, mother-daughter-and-granddaughters-run biz is your one-stop shop for dance, cheer, and performance gear. Need a last-minute leotard or replacement uniform? They’ve got you.

Founded by three generations of performers who couldn't bear to see Waco lose a staple, From the Top! has grown to serve teams across the Heart of Texas, including Baylor Dance Company, Midway Dance, and Waco Civic Theatre.
👉 Check them out

Big Move in Commercial Real Estate 🏢

Top Gun Maverick Sunglasses GIF by Top Gun


FreeFlight Systems, an avionics company that builds high-performance tech for everything from private jets to military aircraft, is taking over a major facility at 621 Texas Central Parkway, formerly the SSG call center.

The deal was closed by Reid Peevey Commercial, and here’s why it matters: FreeFlight’s move puts them right in the orbit of Waco’s growing aerospace scene, with close neighbors like L3 and SpaceX.

Big building. Big industry. Big momentum.

🎶Midweek Live Music and Events

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Sports🐻

🏈 Baylor Summer Camps

Summer in Waco means one thing: it’s camp season, and Baylor’s coaches are leading the charge. Whether your kid dreams of hitting threes like Davion Mitchell or landing a perfect back tuck like the national championship winning Acrobatics & Tumbling team, there’s something for everyone.

🟢 Basketball with Coach Scott Drew
Register here

🟡 Women’s Basketball with Coach Nicki Collen
Register here

⚪ Acrobatics & Tumbling Camp
Register here

🟠 Baylor Volleyball Camp
Register here

Spots fill fast. Don’t wait until August.

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