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KWBU Rewind - Molly-Jo Tilton and Rachel Velasco

On this special end of year program, Community engagement Coordinator and host of Central Texas Leadership Series Rachel Velasco, leads a conversation with Molly-Jo Tilton.

They'll be discussing Molly-Jo's experience so far, as KWBU's multimedia reporter, the importance of local news and it's impact on the community. Molly-Jo will also be sharing some insight into her approach to reporting as well as digging into some of her favorite stories from 2024.

RECENT NEWS REPORTS FROM MOLLY-JO TILTON
Waco Regional Airport sees cancelled flights following FAA flight cuts
Dallas-Fort Worth Internation Airport was one of the airports targeted for FAA schedule reduction, and it’s starting to have some ripple effects for Central Texas.
Midway, China Spring ISD voters approve school funding measures
KWBU Multimedia Reporter
Central Texas Food Banks brace for surge after SNAP benefits cut
As the federal government shutdown delays and reduces SNAP benefits, Waco food banks are seeing record demand. Local families say they’re struggling to put food on the table.
Waco restaurant owner worries for family in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa
KWBU Multimedia Reporter
Teachers see fewer phones, more focus after new Texas law
It’s been two months since a new Texas law banned cellphones in public schools. While some students and parents were skeptical at first, teachers say the changes are already showing up in classrooms.
Waco Restaurant Week highlights local business
KWBU Multimedia Reporter
‘We grow memories’: Central Texas pumpkin patches offer more than pumpkins
From a Waco church lawn to family farms across Central Texas, pumpkin patches have grown into fall festivals and memory-making spots.
State Sen. Brian Birdwell nominated to be Assistant Secretary of Defense
Waco’s longtime state senator Brian Birdwell may be making a return to the Pentagon.
MCC Opens Rebuilt Cameron Hall, Preserving Piece of Waco History
McLennan Community College unveils the rebuilt Cameron Hall, a $5 million project preserving Waco’s historic Cameron House legacy for future generations.
‘No Kings’ protest brings national movement to Waco streets
Over a thousand people gathered Saturday to participate in a “No Kings Protest.” The protest was part of a nationwide movement pushing back against President Trump’s policies.

Molly-Jo Tilton joined KWBU in 2024 as the station's Multimedia Reporter. She covers all things Waco for KWBU, from City Council to the local arts scene. Her work has appeared on The Texas Standard and NPR's All Things Considered.
A love for people and the greater Waco community has always been the heart of Rachel’s work. A 2005 UT Austin graduate with a degree in English, Rachel began her career as a classroom English teacher. Through various professional opportunities in the education field, health and wellness industry, and the private business sector, she cultivated a love for building strong communities through service. She joined KWBU in August of 2023. She is also the Saturday Market Manager for the Waco Downtown Farmers Market. She has four nearly-grown children and loves tending her herbs and roses and growing things.