A Wacoan won a million dollars and told nobody 🤫

Good morning, Waco. This is The Waco Buzz, the local newsletter that feels like winning something you didn't know you entered.

Let’s get to it!
— Sam Harper

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🎰 Waco's Got a Millionaire
Someone in Waco is sitting on a $1 million winning scratch ticket and they're keeping it quiet. The winning Million Dollar Loteria ticket was purchased at EZ Shop Convenience Store on N. 19th Street by HEB and the winner chose to remain anonymous. The store pockets a $10,000 retailer bonus just for selling it. Somewhere out there a Wacoan is having a very good week and telling absolutely nobody.

🎸 Brazos Nights Just Announced Its Opener
Candlebox is kicking off Brazos Nights on April 17 — if "Far Behind”was ever in your rotation, you already know why this is a big deal. That same weekend, comedian Jon Crist brings his tour to Waco Hall on April 19 — tickets are still available if you want to make a full weekend of it.

🚶 The Riverwalk Moves to Next Phase

The city is closing sections of the Brazos Riverwalk near the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, I-35, Foster Pavilion, and the Riverfront Lofts for a full reconstruction project. No official start date yet, but when it's done (estimated January 2028) expect new lighting, upgraded landscaping, and viewing areas designed to pull you right down to the water.

☕ Quick correction from Tuesday
7 Brew did not open this past Monday as expected. They pushed the grand opening to March 25 to finish up some last-minute work. The bigger news? A third Waco location is already in the works, with construction starting near Valley Mills and the future Alice Martinez Rodriguez Park. At this rate, Waco is becoming a 7 Brew town whether you planned for it or not.

The last few weeks you've seen a lot of "vote for us" campaigns around Waco. We thought it was time to vote for something you might actually care more about — Waco's favorite dog.

The rules are simple.

This is a March Madness-style bracket to crown Waco's favorite pup. A $15 entry fee (which supports Fuzzy Friends Rescue) gets your dog in. There are 6 voting rounds. Half the field gets eliminated each round.

Last pup standing wins a full year of dog treats from Woof Gang Bakery, a $50 gift card to Wags Pet Spa, and a free scoop from Scoopy Doo Waco.

We're proud to have the official vet of The Waco Buzz, Ranch House Pet-Med, as the presenting sponsor of Mutt Madness alongside Scoopy Doo Waco. If you've got a dog in Waco, these are your people.

Registration closes Thursday, March 19 and space is limited. Next week we'll reveal the full bracket and show you exactly how to vote. For now, there's only one job: get your dog in and tell every dog owner you know.

Three things coming up that I'm putting together — hope to see you at one of them.

The Founders' Smoke — March 18 A gathering for the operators, developers, and professionals actively shaping Downtown Waco. Free to attend, but you have to register. Wednesday, March 18 | 5–6:30 PM | Humidor on Austin. 👉 Register here

🍽 Waco Buzz Dinner Club — March 25 Take the quiz, get matched with five other Waco Buzz members, and come out to meet some new friends. By popular request, you can now bring a plus one — spouse, friend, or significant other welcome. Optional after party details will be shared at dinner.👉 Grab your seat here.

🎓 Social Studies — April 9 with Dr. Leslie Hahner Propaganda & Persuasion: From WWII to Right Now. A world-class lecture in an unexpected location — with food, drinks, and a room full of people who want to think and talk about big ideas. 👉 Get a ticket here.

Want to sponsor one of these events and get your brand in front of engaged Waco locals? Hit reply and let's talk.

Welcome to Open House, where this week's cottage has been restored the right way — every detail preserved on purpose, not just painted over.

Built in 1925 on a corner lot near Cameron Park and Lake Waco, with a wood-burning fireplace and a backyard that actually makes you want to spend time in it.

👉 Take your best guess at the list price, then peek at the photos and answer here.

Have an upcoming event everyone should know about? Let us know here.

🎈 Friday, March 13:

Women of Waco Networking @ Baylor Club - 11 AM

Baylor Baseball vs West Virginia @ Baylor Ballpark - 6:30 PM Tickets include a 254 Rally Towel

FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC
Hannah Swan @ Magnolia Silos - 10 AM
The Union Revival @ Magnolia Silos - 1 PM
Departure ATX (Journey Tribute Band) @ The Backyard - 6 PM
TRo & Johnnie Live @ Uncle Dan’s BBQ - 6:30 PM
Nonity @ Lounge ‘93 - 7 PM
Martian Folk @ Texas Music Cafe - 8 PM

🎈 Saturday, March 14:

Celebrate Spring at the Waco Downtown Farmers Market @ Bridge Street Plaza - 9 AM

Guided Hike @ Northern Gateway in Cameron Park - 9 AM

Mahjong 101 @ Magnolia Silos - 10 AM Register

Free Face Painting @ Magnolia Silos - 11:30 AM

St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Kickoff @ Barnett’s with Irish Food, Guinness, and live music all day starting at Noon. This is Waco’s best Irish pub and a great spot to wear green, enjoy a Guinness or two, and soak in some live music. Two other spots that have St. Patrick’s Day festivities to look out for are Lucky Buck’s Rooftop Bar and Magnolia Silos.

Mahjong Open Play @ Magnolia Silos - 2 PM Register

Baylor Baseball vs West Virginia @ Baylor Ballpark - 2 PM

The Black Daisy turns 10 @ 10412 China Spring Road Suite G - 4 PM

Zach Rushing's "Redneck Logic" Tour @ The Hippodrome - 7 PM Tickets

SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC
Morgan Lee Powers @ Magnolia Silos - 10 AM
Pappy Check @ Magnolia Silos - 1 PM
Sterling Elza @ The Backyard - 6 PM
Sing-a-Long Piano Night @ Southern Roots Brewing Co - 7 PM
DJ Tony D @ Barnett’s Patio - 8 PM
Walt Wilkins @ Texas Music Cafe - 8 PM

🎈Sunday, March 15:
Baylor Baseball vs West Virginia @ Baylor Ballpark - 11 AM

Woodway Farmer’s Market @ Carleen Bright Arboretum - 11 AM

Collect’Em FREE Trade Day @ Performing Arts Community Center - 12 PM

A Night of Quartet - Featuring 3 Gospel Quartet Groups @ Greater New Light Missionary Baptist Church - 6 PM

Waco Baseball Club – General Manager | The Players League Someone needs to run Waco's new collegiate summer baseball franchise like it's their own small business — because it basically is. If you've ever wanted to run a sports org from the ground up, this is a rare chance to do exactly that. 🔗 View Job Details

Associate Athletics Director, Tailgating & Group Experiences | Baylor University Baylor is bringing its tailgating operations in-house and needs a high-energy leader to own the whole game day outdoor experience — from RV parking to premium fan zones to pregame activations. Working intense Saturdays with enthusiasm is literally in the job description. 🔗 View Job Details

Marketing & Communications Program Manager | Waco Family Medicine Waco Family Medicine needs a sharp, systems-minded marketing pro to keep campaigns on track, manage the tech stack, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. If you're the person who builds the spreadsheet everyone else relies on, this one's for you. 🔗 View Job Details

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🐶Enjoy your yard again without the cleanup. Scoopy Doo Waco is offering Waco Buzz readers a free first scoop—no contracts, no pressure.

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Thanks for reading The Waco Buzz today. If you found something useful, share it with your neighbor whose dog absolutely deserves to win Mutt Madness and deep down they know it.

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