5 hrs ago | Waco Tribune-Herald
Skeen out as Nickell, Riggs head to runoff
Longtime McLennan County Tax Assessor-Collector Buddy Skeen was defeated Tuesday in his bid for another term, but a runoff election will be necessary to determine his successor.
9 hrs ago | KCEN
Some Central Texas Candidates Still Face Run Off
The top vote-getter failed to get the mandatory 50-percent, plus one vote, needed to move on to the November general election.
11 hrs ago | Waco Tribune-Herald
Greater Waco Economic Index: Jobs and spending boost economy
The Waco-area economy continues to improve as more people are working and spending, and the result is a third straight month-to-month increase in the Greater Waco Economic Index.
15 hrs ago | Big Spring Herald
The Big Spring Police Department reported the following activity between 7 a.m. Tuesday and 7 a.m. today: a DIMITRI ANDREW LEOS, 20, of 710 E. 17th St., was arrested Tuesday on a warrant for consumption of alcohol by a minor.
18 hrs ago | Waco Tribune-Herald
Doc Anderson survives primary challenge; new House district headed to runoff
State Rep. Charles "Doc" Anderson is a step closer to a fifth term in the Texas Legislature after winning a contentious Republican primary race for the Texas House District 56 seat.
22 hrs ago | Waco Tribune-Herald
EDITORIAL: MCC officials right to attract out-of-state students
McLennan Community College officials are wise to explore ways to expand course offerings and campus amenities to better attract out-of-county students, if only to broaden the burden of running an institution of higher learning.
Parnell McNamara wins heated primary for McLennan County sheriff
Retired Deputy U.S. Marshal Parnell McNamara rode his "lawman first" theme to victory Tuesday, defeating opponent Randy Plemons in the Republican primary for McLennan County sheriff.
McLennan County funds online jury duty program
On the Web For more McLennan County juror information, visit the district clerk's website at www.co.mclennan.tx.us/distclerk/juror.aspx The district clerk's office is buying a computer program to let people summoned for jury duty claim exemptions, disqualifications and postponements online, instead of by mail or in person.
McLennan County JP DeCluitt wins another 4-year term
Incumbent McLennan County Justice of the Peace Kristi DeCluitt won another four-year term in Precinct 1, Place 1 by outdueling veteran state trooper W.H. "Pete" Peterson.
Snell wins 2nd term on commissioners court; Scott and Jones to face off for Precinct 3
The McLennan County Precinct 1 commissioner seat was secured by the Republican primary winner Tuesday night, while the Precinct 3 county commissioner candidates were set for the November general election.
Police Arrest 3 Men After Local Home Invasion
Three men were in the McLennan County Jail Tuesday charged with burglary of a habitation in connection with a home invasion Monday morning in a North Waco neighborhood.
Changing primary election dates caused some problems, but election officials ready to go
Texas usually holds primary elections in March, but the date was pushed back several times while the state awaited the U.S. Department of Justice's approval of new redistricting maps.
EDITORIAL: A quick look at our picks for primary Election Day 2012
At the request of our readers, we are republishing the recommendations of the Tribune-Herald editorial board with some addenda.
State agencies slow to follow rape kit law
Only three McLennan County police departments have complied with a new law that requires all Texas law enforcement agencies to report how many untested rape kits are in their evidence rooms.
Waco news briefs for May 27, 2012
McLennan County Veterans Association will present a Memorial Day ceremony at 9 a.m. Monday in the veterans section at Rosemound Cemetery, 3201 S. 12th St.
MCC mulling strategic plan to attract more students through expanded offerings
McLennan Community College is exploring the creation of a new strategic plan that would amp up student services and academic offerings to court more students from throughout the state.
Man jailed for alleged sex assault
Vincent Sandoval, 21, of Bellmead, remained in McLennan County Jail on Saturday afternoon in lieu of $20,000 bond on a charge of sexual assault of a child filed by Bellmead police.
Riesel coal plant damage could boost county revenues
An expensive blunder at the Sandy Creek Power Plant in Riesel turns out to be a short-term gain for McLennan County taxpayers.
Area veteran chosen to lay wreath at Tomb of the Unknowns
Local veterans advocate Bill Mahon will have the honor of laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns during Monday's Memorial Day service at Arlington National Cemetery.
Husband Of Local Daycare Charged With Child Porn Possession
The husband of the operator of a licensed home daycare in Mexia was in the McLennan County Jail Friday evening, charged with possession of child pornography.
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