 The City of Waco is proud to present the annual Fourth on the Brazos celebration with legendary soul group Sister Sledge featuring Sledgendary and the H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza on Friday, July 4, at Touchdown Alley at McLane Stadium.
Enjoy food trucks, fireworks, live music, and family fun. Admission is free.
 Happy Independence Day! This Fourth of July, let's come together, celebrate, and honor our shared values of liberty and unity.
City Offices Closed
City of Waco offices will be closed for Independence Day on Friday, July 4. Residents with a Friday trash collection day will have their gray waste carts and green yard waste carts collected earlier on Wednesday, July 2.
 On Tuesday, June 17, Waco City Council appointed Robin “Robby” Bergerson as the next fire chief for the City of Waco. He brings more than 32 years of fire service experience, including nearly 28 years dedicated to serving the Waco community. His proven leadership, operational expertise, and deep institutional knowledge make him uniquely qualified to lead the department into its next chapter.
Chief Bergerson will be getting officially sworn in on Monday, June 30. Join us in welcoming your new Waco Fire Chief.
 Join us for a swim! Did you know the Doris Miller Community Pool is open for shark-free swimming? At 1020 Elm Ave., you’ll find lap swimming, open swim, aquatic fitness classes, swimming lessons, lifeguard certification classes, and more! Open year-round.
 The City of Waco is pleased to announce James C. Harris as the new Airport Manager of the Waco Regional Airport. With over two decades of distinguished service in the aviation industry, James brings expertise in airport operations, safety compliance, strategic planning, and customer service excellence.
His proven track record includes strengthening partnerships with airlines, the general aviation community, regulatory agencies, and the local community while maintaining a focus on security, efficiency, and traveler satisfaction.
 Remember, fireworks are not allowed in the City of Waco. It is against the law in Waco to possess, use, manufacture, sell, give away, transport, or discharge fireworks within Waco City Limits or within 5,000 feet without a permit from the Fire Marshall. Sparklers are not considered fireworks and are OK to purchase and use. Please be considerate and celebrate Independence Day responsibly. Your safety is our primary concern.
- Property damage could result in a fine of up to $2,000 and/or jail time.
- Report violations to the non-emergency phone number (254) 750-7500.
- Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency.
 Fourth of July might be a blast for us, but fireworks and loud bangs can be scary for our furry friends.
- Keep your pets indoors and secure.
- Collar, tag, and microchip your pets, so that Pet Circle Regional Animal Shelter can easily identify their owner if your pet gets lost.
- Remember to update the contact information registered with the microchip.
- Never allow pets near fireworks of any kind, not even sparklers.
 We need your help, Waco! Pet Circle Regional Animal Shelter's stock of linen goods is running very low.
If you have any gently used blankets, sheets, or towels you're looking to donate, please drop them off at 2032 Circle Road!
 Starting today, (Monday, June 23,) the Texas Department of Transportation will begin reducing both directions of Interstate 35 from 12th Street to S Loop 340 down to two lanes, starting with the southbound main lanes. Various lane closures will be in place each night for this work. Please follow all directional signage and watch for crews in the work zones.
Once traffic is shifted, crews will close several northbound exits and direct connects. TxDOT and the contractor expect this configuration to be in place for approximately two years.
 The City of Waco is excited to announce that five businesses were selected to receive the first round of Corridor Beautification Incentive Grants. The City of Waco and each business will split the cost for exterior improvements. The City plans to reimburse up to $48,000 total for the five businesses. Each business will use their funds to match their grant amount to go toward the overall project cost.
- Helados La Azteca
- The Hatstand
- EWireless
- FDR Services LLC
- OHG Holdings LLC
 Cameron Park Zoo is thrilled to welcome a big new personality. Meet Mosi, a four-year-old Southern white rhino! Born on July 11, 2021, at the Virginia Zoological Park, Mosi has started rotating exhibit time with Ethel, our other rhino. Soon, they'll get to meet, but for now, they will take turns enjoying the spotlight.
Southern white rhinos are listed as Near Threatened due to habitat loss and poaching for their horns. These majestic creatures roam the grasslands, savannahs, and shrublands of southern Africa, from South Africa to Zambia.
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