WACOAN

07/12/2025

💧 Ever wonder what’s really in Waco’s water? The answer: top-tier quality, thanks to the behind-the-scenes work of the City of Waco Regional Water Quality Laboratory and the Brazos River Authority .

In our latest Summer Vibes issue, we dive into how these dedicated teams test, treat, and monitor our water — from what comes out of your tap to the lakes and rivers where we play. From science labs to field testing, they’re working 24/7 to make sure Waco’s water is clean, safe, and summer-ready. 💦☀️

So next time you're sipping, splashing, or swimming — know that Waco’s water heroes have your back.

📖 Read “What’s in the Water?” now at the link!

What could be more important than clean water? We take it for granted in our first-world country, but have you ever thought about how scrupulously it’s tested and monitored so that it stays that way? That testing is critical for maintaining compliance with the state and federal agencies that ensur...

07/11/2025

✨🎙️ Episode 12 of WACOAN Presents: Women of Interest is live! 🎙️✨

Are you an aspiring female entrepreneur, a fitness lover or community builder? 💪 Join Emily and Michelle for an inspiring conversation with Angela Beeler and Catherine Ballas, co-founders of REFIT Revolution , a wellness movement that started right here in Waco and is celebrating its tenth anniversary this coming week at the Refit Recon Convention in Waco. 🌟💃

Are you an aspiring female entrepreneur, a fitness lover or community builder? Join Emily and Michelle for an inspiring conversation with Angela Beeler and C...

07/11/2025

07/11/2025

🌱 Vegan-Approved Eats in Waco! 🌱

Whether you’re a full-time vegan or just love a good plant-based bite, we rounded up some of the tastiest vegan-friendly dishes around Waco from hearty veggie burgers to creative twists on your favorite comfort food! 🍔🥗 Did we miss your go-to vegan spot? DM us we’d love to hear from you!

✨And don’t forget to VOTE for your favorite vegan restaurant in this year’s Best of Waco!✨ Your vote helps shine a light on the local spots doing plant-based right. 🗳️🌟
https://www.wacoan.com/best-of-waco-vote-now/

Read the full list 👉

Finding delicious plant-based meals in Central Texas — where barbeque and Tex-Mex reign supreme — can be a challenge. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of vegan and WACOAN approved local dishes that are as nutritious as they are tasty. To make sure we're all on the same page, a vegan diet means o...

07/11/2025

🎨✨ Step into a world of color and creativity with Waco artist Nichól Brinkman, the vibrant mind behind Pink Cheeks Studio! ✂️💫

Featured in this month’s The 254 by , Nichól shares her journey from crafting quirky mobiles for her son to becoming a full-time artist known for bold designs, whimsical characters, and a heart full of imagination. 💕🌀

Her work is playful, powerful, and unapologetically fun—and it’s lighting up the Waco art scene one colorful creation at a time! 🌈🎭

👉 Tap the link in bio to read the full feature and get inspired by Nichól’s artistic journey.

When Nichól Brinkman’s son Walter was a baby, she made a mobile to hang over his crib. She posted pictures of it on social media, and friends suggested that she make more mobiles and sell them online. But the mobiles that Brinkman created didn’t have typical baby elements hanging from them. She...

07/10/2025

💼 Field Day is Serious Business🏃‍♂️

Competition was fierce at the first-ever Waco Corporate Cup, where local businesses faced off in everything from dodgeball and co****le to tug-of-war and relay races ⛳️ all with support from the ! With points tallied across 13 events, it’s safe to say: field day just got a major upgrade. Shoutout to all the teams who brought the heat, teamwork, and hometown pride 🔥💪

🏆 Top scorers:
🥇 Division 1: – 935 pts
🥇 Division 2: – 956 pts
🥇 Division 3: The Mosaic Waco Group – 774 pts

📸 Check out the full recap now at the link!

Cody Messerall has been training for the Corporate Cup for about 30 years. He might not have realized it as a kid on the playground in Spring, Texas where he grew up, but those hours playing dodgeball have come back to serve him well. “I’m definitely going to be participating in dodgeball, and i...

07/10/2025

🎉 Voted BEST OF WACO by WACOAN readers 🎉
Congratulations Ryberg Plumbing LLC 💗 BEST in Plumbing!

07/09/2025

🌞 54 Things to Do This 🌞
Whether you're sipping cafecito, chasing clues in the garden, or jamming out at Brotherwell — this is stacked with good vibes! 🎶☕🌿

☕ Café y Pan Dulce – Coffee + conchas + community at NeighborWorks Waco (Fri 9:30–10:30 a.m.)
🍞 French Toast Fridays – Frenchie Daddy toast + Pup Cups at (Fri 5–8 p.m.)
🎶 Summer Nights – Live tunes, brews & food trucks at (Fri 6–8 p.m.)
📖 Family Story Time – Cozy tales & puppets at West Waco Library br (Fri 6:30–7:30 p.m.)
🕵️‍♀️ Summer Scavenger Hunt – Ongoing at — find clues, win prizes!

Check out this week’s Waco Weekend roundup for everything you need to make the most of the holiday and soak up the summer vibes. From family events to concerts, we’ve got 54+ ways to celebrate this !

📲 Click the link for the full list & plan your weekend fun! https://www.wacoan.com/the-grackle/48-things-to-do-this-wacoweekend-4/

07/09/2025

UPDATED FLOOD RELIEF COORDINATION, VOLUNTEER INFORMATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES

In response to recent flooding in Kerr County, city and county officials have partnered with local organizations to provide coordinated relief and support services to affected residents.

Volunteers and In-Kind Donations
The following sites are accepting volunteers and material donations:
• Salvation Army Kerrville, 855 Hayes St., Kerrville, TX 78028. Phone: (830) 465-4797
Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monetary Donations
Monetary contributions may be made to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund:
• Online: https://www.communityfoundation.net/ (search for "Kerr County Relief Fund")
• By mail:
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country
241 Earl Garrett St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
Checks should be made payable to Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.

Missing Persons
Individuals searching for missing loved ones are urged to contact the Emergency Operations Center:
• Phone: (830) 258-1111
• Email: [email protected]
Include the person’s name, date of birth, gender, eye color, hair color, a recent photo and last known location.

Shelter and Displacement Assistance
Shelters are available for residents whose homes have been destroyed or who are currently displaced:
• First United Methodist Church, 321 Thompson Drive, Kerrville, TX 78028. Phone: (830) 257-0800
• Calvary Temple Church, 3000 Loop 534, Kerrville – available for family support of the missing only.

Other Donations and Support
Donations of services and equipment can be coordinated through https://tcr.communityos.org/ including:
• Law enforcement resources (officers, K-9 units)
• Heavy equipment (such as bulldozers)
• Communications support (Wi-Fi boosters, satellite phones, etc.)

Officials urge residents to monitor official city and county communication channels for the latest updates and additional resources as recovery efforts continue.

07/08/2025

Ways to Support July Fourth Flood Relief
💚 In response to the devastating July Fourth flooding in Kerr County, Waco's local businesses, nonprofits, and volunteers are rallying together. From donation efforts to profit-share fundraisers, there are many ways to offer meaningful support.
Read our latest blog for a full list of trusted ways to get involved. Let's continue showing up for our neighbors.

Across Waco, businesses, nonprofits and volunteers are finding and creating ways to help those affected by the flooding in Kerr County. We compiled a list of ways Wacoans can support volunteers on the ground in Kerr County, Waco-based organizations collecting donations and local businesses fundraisi

07/08/2025

🗳️ BEST OF WACO 2025 — VOTING IS NOW OPEN! 🎉
From food & drinks to services & local faves — it’s time to show love to the very BEST of Waco!

🍔🎭 Vote now in our Food & Entertainment category — as chosen by YOU, our amazing readers! Voting runs July 7–August 4 and each ballot needs at least 10 votes to count.

👉 Click the link and make your voice heard!
https://www.wacoan.com/best-of-waco-vote-now/

We’d like your VOTE for the BEST of WACO! Voting is open from March 10th until April 10th, and you can cast your ballot at WACOAN.com.

07/08/2025

🎉 Voted BEST OF WACO by WACOAN readers 🎉
Congratulations Russell S. Rowe, MD, MBA, FAAD ( RealSkin Dermatology ) 💗 BEST Dermatologist!