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  Scattered thunderstorms early, then mainly cloudy overnight with thunderstorms likely. A few storms may be severe. Low 62F. Winds SSW at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 100%..
  
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  Scattered thunderstorms early, then mainly cloudy overnight with thunderstorms likely. A few storms may be severe. Low 62F. Winds SSW at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 100%.
  
  Updated: October 20, 2019 @ 5:05 pm
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$148M Midway ISD bond package would expand CTE programs, help students on career paths

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$148M Midway ISD bond package would expand CTE programs, help students on career paths

By BROOKE CRUM bcrum@wacotrib.com

Midway High School junior Sandra Cuenca cannot recall exactly when she decided she wanted to pursue a career in medicine and become a doctor.

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Former Bellmead worker sentenced to 50 years in prison for child abuse, porn

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DA dismisses charges against four in 1992 double murder case after convictions overturned

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Wacotrib.com: Obituaries published Oct. 20, 2019

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Artist tells of recovery from paralysis in downtown Waco show

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Mark Hurd, Oracle CEO and Baylor regent vice president, dies at 62

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Baylor passes Texas, moves up to No. 14 in latest college football polls

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Baylor passes Texas, moves up to No. 14 in latest college football polls

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Altuve's HR in 9th sends Astros to World Series over Yankees

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Baylor notebook: Bears starting to get cozy in Cowboy Country

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Project to house homeless veterans in Waco stalled because of lagging developer interest

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Walk MS: Waco at Heritage Square: Oct. 19, 2019

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