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Waco police officers help local rancher repair fence after vehicle chase destroys it

Waco police officers help local rancher repair fence after vehicle chase destroys it

After a suspect led Waco police officers on a chase early Sunday morning through rural McLennan County, it ended with a local rancher’s fence being destroyed in three sections.

The rancher, Mr. Hawley, who is 71, had several horses and officers woke him to let him know about the damage. During this time the officers learned that Hawley had to be at work at noon. What they did next was beyond…

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Fighting for the family farm in Waco

Fighting for the family farm in Waco

Rocky Palmquist in the midst of answering questions at Poppa Rollos on Saturday.

Racing across Texas in order to fight on behalf of the family farmers, those small operations which have not been taken over by corporate agribusiness, that’s why Rocky Palmquist was in Waco on Saturday. (more…)

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Waco police officer Rhonda Spradlin retires to care for adopted children

Waco police officer Rhonda Spradlin retires to care for adopted children

After 34 years of dedicated service to the Waco Police Department and City of Waco, officer Rhonda Spradlin has retired her badge and commission as a Waco police officer.

Spradlin has been with Waco Police Department since she started as cadet in 1980. (more…)

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Robinson teacher honored for commitment to Agricultural Science

Robinson teacher honored for commitment to Agricultural Science

Robinson teacher Mark Rose receiving his 25-Year Tenure Award.

The Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas (VATAT) recognized more than 200 deserving teachers and supporters of agricultural science during the VATAT Professional Development Conference for Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Cluster July 28 through Aug. 1, 2014, in Abilene, Texas. (more…)

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11 neighborhoods to host Waco's 2014 National Night Out

11 neighborhoods to host Waco’s 2014 National Night Out

Waco Police Department is inviting the community the participate in Waco’s 31st Annual National Night Out.

Taking place on Tuesday, August 5, the event provides citizens with the opportunity to to display a unified stance against crimes and drugs in their neighborhoods by joining Neighborhood Watch or their Neighborhood Association. (more…)

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A night with Waco Police Department through a virtual ride-along

A night with Waco Police Department through a virtual ride-along

Friday evening the Waco Police Department featured their first ever virtual ride-along, and it was quite an experience. (more…)

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Former Central Texas teacher Clif Deuvall runs for Texas congress

Former Central Texas teacher Clif Deuvall runs for Texas congress

Libertarian candidate Clifford “Clif” Deuvall, a disabled Vietnam War veteran and former teacher is seeking election to the Texas House of Representatives for District 56, an area that includes most of Waco and the surrounding communities. (more…)

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Protecting your children: The man behind the badge

Protecting your children: The man behind the badge

Robinson ISD Chief of Police, Abel Sanchez

What sort of characteristics would you value in a police officer? Many would respond by saying that they value honesty and integrity, friendliness and a person who genuinely cares about helping people while still upholding their obligation to the law.

All of these characteristics and more can be found in Abel Sanchez, the Chief of Police for Robinson ISD.

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O'Connor's Market provides fresh produce for Robinson

O’Connor’s Market provides fresh produce for Robinson

Fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Sound enticing? Robinson now has its very own farmer’s market.

Beets, carrots, celery, cabbage, onions, potatoes, squash, zucchini, pecans, honey, various fruits, fresh free range eggs, the list goes on for the produce to be found at O’Connor’s Market. (more…)

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