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KWBU Rewind - Molly-Jo Tilton and Rachel Velasco

By Molly-Jo Tilton,
Rachel Velasco
Published December 20, 2024 at 11:30 AM CST

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
Connally ISD announces consolidation of primary grades, closure of elementary school
Connally Independent School District announced last week they would consolidate pre-K through 5th grades, closing Connally Elementary School.
Dr Pepper Museum representatives pose for a photo with Michael Hillman after The Hillman Family Foundation announced their commitment for a $1.023 million donation to the museum at Wednesday's board meeting. From left: Chris Dyer, President & CEO of Dr Pepper Museum; Michael Hillman; Autumn Outlaw, Director of Marketing & Development; Adrian Sepcic, Board Chair
Dr Pepper Museum receives $1.023M gift, will add 23-foot bottle in Downtown Waco.
The Dr Pepper Museum in Waco has received a $1.023 million commitment from the Hillman Family Foundation honoring Cornerstone Caregiving.
Voters stand in line outside the voting center at Waco First Assembly of God Church on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Turnout rises in McLennan County primaries as key local and state races take shape
Primary turnout increased in McLennan County as voters decided races for County Commissioner, Texas House District 56 and State Senate District 22.
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RESULTS: McLennan County state and local primary races
Polls are closed in McLennan County, here are the results of some key local and state races.
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City of Waco seeks community input for housing funds
The city of Waco is seeking input from residents to plan how federal funds will be dispersed to address housing needs.
Customers drink their coffee on the newly installed parklet in front of Be Kind Coffee after the ribbon cutting on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The parklet is the first of its kind in Waco.
Waco Unveils First Parklet at Be Kind Coffee as Part of Six-to-Fix Safety Project
The city of Waco has installed its first parklet on Washington Avenue at Be Kind Coffee.
Chase Cohagan and Alyssa Rogers pause to read children's books on display at Thursday's Local Author Book Faire at Fabled Bookshop and Cafe in Waco. The couple drove from Temple to attend the event and spent time chatting with each of the featured authors.
Local authors, young writers shine at Fabled Bookshop's annual Author Faire
Nearly 300 people attended Fabled Bookshop’s fifth annual Local Author Book Faire in Waco, highlighting the city’s growing writing community.
The McLennan county records building is one of the five early voting sites in the county.
Early Voting for the March 3 Primary Elections begins Tuesday. Here's what you need to know.
Early voting for the March 3 Primary elections begin Tuesday in Texas. On the ballot, party candidates in 12 contested state and county primary races. Party winners will be heading on to the Nov. 3 general election.
Layla Hayes leads La Vega High School students and community members in chants against ICE during a student-planned protest on Saturday, February 7. Hayes, a senior at La Vega Early College High School, helped organize the protest in response to increased immigration enforcement across the country.
After walkout blocked, La Vega students turn to community protest
After La Vega ISD blocked a planned walkout, students organized a community protest in Waco, joining other recent student-led demonstrations across local schools over ICE activity.
Pet Circle Regional Animal Center
Waco animal shelter reports sharp drop in animals in care one year after city takeover of Pet Circle Regional Animal Center
Waco’s animal shelter reports major progress after Pet Circle relaunch, even as animal protection officers face unusually high call volumes.

KWBU Rewind
Molly-Jo Tilton
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.
See stories by Molly-Jo Tilton
Rachel Velasco
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.
See stories by Rachel Velasco