☕Waco’s Building Something Special

Good Morning Waco! This is The Waco Buzz, the local newsletter that’s as satisfying as crossing the last thing off your to-do list.

There’s a place in downtown Waco that doesn’t just train your body—it helps you actually feel good again.

Waco Bodymend on Mary Ave blends recovery, wellness, and performance tools normally reserved for the pros. Think a 39-degree pressurized cold therapy shower, heat therapy, oxygen and light treatments, mobility work, high-energy spin classes, and even IV hydration through their sister business I-Vit. And when you walk in, Oh My Juice is right in the entrance lobby to fuel your healthy habits.

But this isn’t just for athletes. It’s for parents, desk workers, teachers—anyone tired of waking up sore or stressed.

It’s not about competing—it’s about finally feeling like yourself.
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We launched the Waco Buzz Dinner Club last week—and the response has been bigger than we imagined. 65 people have already signed up to grab dinner with five new faces at a local restaurant on October 22.

Why we’re doing it: Making friends as an adult is hard. But sharing a table is still one of the easiest ways to build real community. You take a short quiz, we match you with a group, and you show up. Zero pressure, all connection.

There are 15 spots left, and once they’re gone, that’s it until the next one.
Want in? Sign up here: https://wacobuzz.dnnr.io/wacobuzz

Grassroots Waco is launching Renaissance at Sanger Avenue— a 25-home “pocket neighborhood” designed to bring people closer together, not spread them apart. Think front porches, shared outdoor spaces, and neighbors who actually know each other. The homes will be mixed-income with modern features like walk-in closets, 9’ ceilings, garages, and energy-efficient systems. It’s one of the most intentional housing projects we’ve seen in Waco—and a glimpse at what healthy growth could look like.

If you’ve ever hit the light at Franklin & New Road at 5 PM and questioned all of your life choices, relief is on the way. TxDOT and the Waco MPO are planning a $45 million overpass to unclog one of the busiest intersections in the city—used by 20,000+ drivers every day. Construction is expected to take about two years once a contractor is selected later this year. In other words… the wait at the light will get worse before it gets better—but the “better” might be worth it.

✈️ Flight Deal of the Week
Roundtrip flights from Waco to Denver are $276 on American with one stop.
November = off-season, cooler weather, lighter crowds. Might be the cheapest mountain getaway you’ll see all year.

Cultura Mia’s storefront may be gone, but the flavors aren’t. Former owner Jesús Rodriguez just launched Chulada de Maíz, a food truck parked at Common Grounds on Franklin (8 AM–2 PM) serving authentic chilaquiles and breakfast burritos.
Same recipes. Same heart. Just on wheels.

Duos Edge AI is deploying a new edge data center at Region 12, giving local schools and businesses faster, more secure computing power especially for AI tools.
Good news: these centers are built for efficiency, so they shouldn’t spike your power bill. Waco is quietly becoming a digital infrastructure hub—and that means more tech investment is likely on the way. Read more.

Lightstream Presents (the team behind Haute Spot and Coupland Dancehall) just bought The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill.
They’re planning major upgrades in 2025: better sound, better lights, bigger artists. The founding owners will run things through the end of the year including a 10th anniversary party and NYE show. Let’s just hope ticket prices don’t follow the upgrades.

Loved Waco lifestyle brand Ramble & Co (216 S 11th St.) is officially looking for new ownership. They’ve built a loyal following with family-focused apparel, a strong online presence, and a recognizable name. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a meaningful Waco brand or taking an already successful company to the next level then this might be the opportunity of the year. See the full listing here.

When Meredith Cole moved to Waco in fall 2022 after marrying a Wacoan, she brought something with her—a vision for how women could work differently.

Sach House is designed for Waco women who work remotely, part time, or full time with flexibility and need an office space. But more than desks and Wi-Fi, it’s about connection.

So how can people plug in?

And her biggest lesson about Waco?

Sach House isn’t just a workspace.
It’s a community being built one conversation, one collaboration, one woman at a time.

🏢Searching for the perfect space? Cromwell Commercial Group helps you find and acquire the right commercial property for your next big move.
🏗️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.
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💪Move pain free and perform better with Waco Body Mend – expert physical therapy, performance training for everyday movers, and home to CrushCycle.

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🏈 Football — Baylor is coming off a bye week and heading to Fort Worth for a rivalry showdown at TCU this Saturday at 11 AM. Rested, refocused, and ready to annoy some Horned Frogs.

🏐 Volleyball — Two home matches at the Ferrell Center this week:
• Wednesday, Oct. 15 vs. Kansas State at 7 PM
• Friday, Oct. 17 vs. Cincinnati at 7 PM
Home crowd matters. Show up and get loud.
Tickets: baylorbears.evenue.net/list/GS

⚽ Soccer — No. 14 Baylor Soccer is red hot and looking for their sixth straight win as they travel to TCU on Oct. 16. Keep an eye on this squad, they’re climbing fast and a top-10 ranking could be next.

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