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Juiced Up on Waco
Coca-Cola plans a $29 million expansion at its Minute Maid plant in Waco
Waco Chamber’s New Digs Create Good Vibe
The Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce is in new digs, a $4.3 million, 14,000-square-foot building on Heritage Square
Caterpillar Moves Earth in Waco
Caterpillar has picked Waco for a $38.9 million distribution facility
Lake Waco Marina Looks for Smoother Sailing
The Lake Waco Marina is back in full swing, a bit better than a year after a series of floods forced the closure of many of the marina facilities

Education

University Center Makes Degrees More Accessible
The partnership between area universities and McLennan Community College’s University Center just keeps getting better.
Programs Develop Workforce Across Many Platforms
As the energy sector in Texas booms, well-trained workers for it and related industry clusters are at a premium.
Belinda Pillow is director of the McLennan Community College Small Business Development Center. McLennan Center Works to Nurture Entrepreneurs
With a coverage area the size of Connecticut, the Small Business Development Center at McLennan Community College has a very long reach.
Waco Schools: A Long Tradition of Excellence
As public and private schools strive for academic excellence, educators use regional center for professional training.
The $103 million Baylor University Sciences Building is one of the newest and most attractive additions to the Waco camp Heart of Texas, Heart of Learning
A host of colleges and universities, including Baylor University and McLennan Community College, move the region to the head of the class.
Waco-Area Colleges Train Tomorrow’s Workforce
Texas State Technical College’s four-college system, which includes the Waco campus, specializes in training for the technology, transportation and aviation fields.

Food

Food, Beverage Production on the Menu in the Heart of Texas
If you’ve ever ordered an appetizer at Chili’s or Applebee’s restaurants, chances are your taste buds have experienced the culinary talents of Double B Foods in Meridian.
Growing Wine Industry Takes Root in Region
Texas may be better known for the steak that goes on the table rather than the wine that goes with it, but that is a perception that is rapidly changing.
Locally-Owned Eateries Hard to Beat
Like many growing areas, the Heart of Texas offers the hungry any number of familiar chain restaurants

Health

New Facilities, Outreach Paint Rosy Picture for Health Care
New facilities and advanced technology are the order of the day for health care in the Heart of Texas.
VA Center Leads Post-Traumatic Disorder Research
Two short years ago, the Waco Veterans Administration Medical Center was on the doorstep of closure.
Providence Healthcare’s service area grew by more than 9 percent in the first half of the decade. Expansions, Investments Give Strong Pulse to Health Industry
It’s said in Texas, everything is bigger. That’s certainly true for hospital expansions in the Heart of Texas, where two key providers are in the midst of a major building boom.
Residency Program Meets Region’s Need for MDs
Waco has a hand in shaping health care far beyond its geographic boundaries.
VA Hospital Provides Services for Returning Troops
Waco facility sees demand for treatment increase
Providence Health Center occupies an expanded, $48.5 million complex off Loop 340 in Waco. Prognosis Positive for Growth of Health Care Facilities
Providing quality medical care is a time-honored tradition in Central Texas.

Livability

Go Clubbing at these Courses
Let’s go clubbing can be a rally cry at several top golf courses throughout the Heart of Texas.
An African Savanna tiger is among the 120 species of wildlife at the Cameron Park Zoo in Waco. Cameron Park Zoo Has Animal Magnetism
Want to experience seven different vegetation zones in Texas, but pressed for time?
The Mayborn Museum complex at Baylor University is bursting with exhibits. Mayborn Museum Creates ‘Aha’ Moments
Mayborn Museum complex makes learning a family-friendly event.
Fun That’s As Big As All Outdoors
Recreation opportunities, nature's splendor are right outside your door in the heart of Texas.
Mammoth Site May Become National Park
The 24 oldest citizens of the Heart of Texas would like to make your acquaintance.
Lake Whitney is a central Texas oasis for anglers and boaters. Recreation Offerings Keep Heart of Texas Pumping
Exercise Enthusiasts Hit Their Stride in Waco.
The Waco Hippodrome Theatre boasts a lineup reminiscent of Broadway. Waco Arts Scene Is Alive and Flourishing
Hippodrome Theatre Claims its Fame.
Imperial Estates is a subdivision in Hewitt, which earned a spot on Money magazine’s 2007 list of the 100 Best Places to Heart of Texas a Great Place to Call Home
Affordable housing, a moderate climate, lots to do and friendly people make the Heart of Texas a great place to call home.

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