As a senior, I’ve hardly put any thought into graduation. I could be in the minority here, but the last thing I want to think about is leaving this awesome school and being thrown into the real world.
Author: Shane Mead
Alas, Mickey 17 is here, starring Robert Pattinson and… Robert Pattinson? I’ll explain more. But like Bong’s previous films, the social commentary is loud, while still presenting plenty of humor and an entertaining narrative despite some minor plot convenience.
Inside, the lights are off, the shelves are empty and the chairs are gone. Huaco Lounge is officially closed for good. The restaurant on Mary Ave. saw a resurgence in business due to completed road construction at the end of summer in 2024, but it hasn’t been able to stay at that rate, said owner Sebastian Reyes.
“You talk to any vendor out there for this past weekend, and they’re going to be really happy with how that market went,” Mungello said.
The variety of workouts is something GAIN heavily emphasizes, Schippers said. The organization offers them to entice women of all different fitness backgrounds to join the club without leaving anyone high and dry.
Soaring plane ticket prices and recent flight mishaps make it understandable if you’re opting to stay put. For those sticking around Waco, here are some activities to keep you busy and help you enjoy your time off. The only thing you’ll need is your car.
Though a rare occurrence in this historic school tradition, some of those who have paired up in the past said they wouldn’t want it any other way.
The relocation has sparked debate over the last five months, with some vendors even creating petitions, according to Broken Grain Baking Co. owner Ephraim Glueck.
The two-block stretch, beginning at the intersection of Bagby and Fifth Street followed by the Bagby and Fourth Street intersection, is something I dread. It’s the ultimate patience tester.
“It is our humble little stand, but it is something that we’re proud of,” DiCamillo said. “It’s fun and it just gives us an opportunity to share with others, neighbors, friends and really anybody that decides to follow along the journey.”
Get to know the Lariat staff by learning about the love songs that hold a special meaning in their hearts.
Tucked in a little shopping area on 25th St. and Washington Ave. lies The Carpenter’s Daughter, which opened in October 2024. It is run by an owner who thrives off her community and enthusiasm for her small business.
“Companion” struggled to find its identity. It’s a jack of all trades in the sense that it fits into a ton of different genres, but it truly was the master of none. It wasn’t scary enough to be horror, wasn’t funny enough for comedy, wasn’t romantic enough. Any genre you’d think of — it wasn’t enough.
To be exact, Pet Circle’s dog capacity is at 94%, and they’re currently taking in more dogs than are being adopted, with 59 intakes in the last seven days compared to just 41 adoptions in that same time period.
“That’s always the best part of opening a new exhibit — seeing how the public responds to it,” said Nall. “It’s been wonderful. It has exceeded expectations.”
For freshmen, these auditions could allow them to be accepted into the Baylor School of Music. This would then grant them the ability to pursue a music major, which, according to admissions and recruiting coordinator Callan Chappell, isn’t necessarily a requirement for musicians to pursue their passion at Baylor.
It’s a good thing Baylor is no slouch when it comes to putting on events and performances. So, do yourself a favor this semester by breaking out of that endless cycle and checking out some of these arts and entertainment events put on by fellow classmates and peers and snag some CAE credits while you’re at it.
“At the end of the day, Christmas is about coming together and being grateful for our friends and family,” Edara said. “I think it’s genuinely just an expression of love and affection between people [through] the season of giving and holidays.”
Two days before the main performance, students will get a sneak peek of what they’ll see by watching Bear Ballet perform excerpts of the dances at Christmas on Fifth Street.
During the national anthem for U.S. Navy members, the entirety of the Fox Sports crew attentively stood with their right hands over their hearts. However Michael Strahan, Pro Football Hall of Famer and now television host for Fox Sports, stood with his hands crossed in front of his body.
The narrative of the play follows a teacher and aspiring director in charge of her own Thanksgiving play working with a local street actor who she has an intimate relationship with, a cliché Los Angeles actress and a geeky history teacher with dreams to be a playwright.
My favorite films are those that leave me thinking long after I walk out of the theater. When it’s a borderline low-budget film ($10 million) like “Heretic,” which released in theaters Nov. 8, the thoughtfulness makes it all the more impressive.
On Wednesday, the Asian Leaders Network is hosting their inaugural Diwali festival at Market Bridge Street Plaza. The festival will feature artists, performances, vendors and Indian student organizations Baylor Taal and Indian Subcontinent Student Organization.
“Terrifier 3” has continued to push the limits of what can be displayed on screen, leaving some viewers with no other choice than to squander their ticket purchase with an early exit.
With Halloween right around the corner, other holidays that occur during this season are not often in the spotlight. The day after Halloween marks the celebration of one of these holidays — Dia de los Muertos.
A traditional theater show is typically a large room with a stage and seating for an audience. Actors come onto the stage and give a performance in their makeup and costumes while surrounded by a designed set. However, Silent House Theatre Co. decided to flip some of those aspects on their heads with its performance of “House of Dracula.”
The night before the Homecoming parade, Baylor prefaced their event with a post on X revealing the winning floats. While there is an element of competition to the floats, these float chairs agree that for them, the homecoming parade which is the longest-standing in the nation’s history goes beyond obtaining a ranking.
Those with a platform have a responsibility that comes with it. Acting as role models for their young, impressionable fanbases is one of them. Instead streamers, with some of the largest followings, are riddled with hatefulness, erratic behavior, toxic masculinity and misogyny.
“It’s when you invite the public to the farm to try to involve them in agriculture and educate them,” Huffman said. “We have a heart for bringing awareness to farming and how hard it can be, especially here.”
As the weather cools, the air crisps and the leaves turn to those beautiful autumn colors, what better to celebrate the season than by enjoying a warming beverage? Of all the spots in Waco that get into the fall spirit, let’s take a look at a few places that may have flown under your radar.