🍽️ Waco Dinner Club Debut + 5 Big Local Updates You’ll Want to Know

Good Morning Waco! This is The Waco Buzz, the local newsletter that feels better than remembering why you walked into a room.

Let’s get to it!

— Sam Harper

Q: Why is it important to meet face-to-face with your insurance agent?
Because insurance is an education process. Too many people think all coverage is the same—it isn’t. Adam Rogers and his team at Texas Farm Bureau Insurance focus on building long-term programs for families, not just selling one-off policies. That starts with trust, and trust is built in person.

Q: Are all insurance policies created equal?
No. Home, auto, and life insurance each come with a wide range of coverage options, and the “right” plan changes as your life changes. Having an agent who knows you—and can educate and advise you along the way—is what protects your family best.

Adam’s approach: educate first, tailor coverage second, and walk with your family for the long haul.
👉 Ready to start the conversation? Fill out this quick form to book a meeting with Adam.

Making new friends as an adult can be tough. We’re making it easier

That’s why we’re trying something new with The Waco Buzz Dinner Club.
We’re going to do this once, get feedback, and see if it’s worth doing again. Don’t know unless you try, right?

Here’s how it works:
🍽️ Take a quick quiz about your personality, interests, and food preferences.
✨ Get matched with five other Wacoans who fit your style (think food preferences, budget, life stage).
📍 Your table of six meets for dinner on Wednesday, October 22 at 6:30 PM — the exact restaurant is revealed that morning.
🥂 After dinner, all groups are invited to a casual after-meetup to keep the conversation going.

Want to go with someone specific (spouse, good friend, etc.)?
Fill out the form, then forward the link to that person. At the end of the quiz, you’ll have the option to invite a friend — they’ll get an email and need to book within 12 hours so the platform can seat you together.

👉 Take the quiz & grab your seat ›

If you’ve been wanting to meet new people in town, this might be the easiest (and most fun) way to do it.

✈️ Waco Cheap Flights — Fall Getaways
Parking at the Waco airport is now just $5/day, and these fares make a fall trip tempting:

Both are solid deals for peak fall travel — whether you’re chasing autumn leaves in New England or coffee & coastal vibes in the Pacific Northwest.

See full flight deals ›

📺 Chip & Jo hit Shark Tank — for real this time
A couple weeks ago I told y’all Chip and Joanna Gaines would be guest sharks… but the episode never aired. My miss. The actual episode hits this Wednesday at 9 PM CST on ABC/Hulu.

☕️ For Keeps keeps growing
The team behind For Keeps Coffee & Bakery isn’t stopping at lattes and pastries. They just bought the nearby strip center at 34th & Bosque — right in the heart of Brookview. You should expect the space to be beautifully designed, community-minded, and a spot where small local businesses can thrive.

🌭 New eats incoming
Two highly asked-about spots finally have dates:

🥐 Neighborhood Bakery space up for grabs
The former Neighborhood Bakery at 506 Austin Ave (right by Dichotomy and 25N Coworking) has closed its doors, and Cromwell Commercial Group just listed the property for sale. It’s a prime downtown spot begging for a new concept to bring some fresh energy.
👉 See the listing ›

📈The Waco Buzz is growing — want to join me?
Last month this little newsletter was read 65,000 times (still blows my mind). I’m looking at adding one or two people to help with partnerships, social media, and maybe even some writing.

If you love Waco, believe the city’s future is bright, and want to help neighbors stay informed and connected, I’d love to hear from you. Just hit reply on this email.

⚖️ City Council Meeting
On the agenda for Tuesday’s Waco City Council meeting:

The meeting starts 6 PM at the Waco Convention Center (Bosque Theater).
View full agenda ›

🏢Searching for the perfect space? Cromwell Commercial Group helps you find and acquire the right commercial property for your next big move.

⭐Protect what matters most with Adam Rogers - Texas Farm Bureau Insurance. Local, trusted guidance for your home, auto, and family.

🏗️Big build coming up? Arise Construction is Waco’s go-to general contractor who recently completed Uptown Cheapskate at Webster Market.

💧 Need a boost? IViT Hydration & Wellness offers IV therapy and wellness treatments to help you feel better, recover faster, and boost energy.
📍300 S 2nd. St

💪Move pain free and perform better with Waco Body Mend – expert physical therapy, performance training for everyday movers, and home to CrushCycle.
📍116 Mary Ave

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Notable Events This Weekend

Looking Ahead

🏈Football Postgame Report: Kansas State

Baylor did it again in dramatic fashion. The Bears stormed back from 14 points down in the final eight minutes to stun Kansas State 35–34 at McLane.
QB Sawyer Robertson led an 82-yard drive capped by an 11-yard Bryson Washington TD and two-point conversion to pull within six. Moments later, LB Jacob Redding picked off a K-State pass and took it 66 yards to the house for the go-ahead score.
When the Wildcats reclaimed a late lead, freshman K Connor Hawkins drilled a 53-yard game-winner (tying the McLane record) before Cooper Lanz sealed it with a last-second field goal block.

📅 Next game: at TCU on Oct. 18 (Bears are off this Saturday).
Record: 4–2 (2–1 Big 12)

⚽Women’s Soccer

No. 19 Baylor (9–1) hosts BYU on Friday, Oct. 10 at 7 PM at Betty Lou Mays Field. Admission is free — perfect chance to see one of the hottest starts in program history.

🏀Men’s Basketball

The new-look Bears hit the court in an exhibition vs. Grand Canyon on Friday, Oct. 10 at 4 PM at Foster Pavilion — first peek at the brand new team.

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