The 3rd largest personal collection in the world (behind Hard Rock Cafe and Paul Allen of Microsoft's tidy little assemblage), worth around seven-million US dollars, made up of rock ‘n roll and motion picture memorabilia, has, in essence, landed on … [Read more...]
Why Waco? John Sawyer + His World-Class Collection
Tex-Mex or Mex-Mex: 3 Ways You Cannot Go Wrong in Waco
Queso, margaritas, chips + salsa – oh my! There's no place like Tex-Mex + we want to welcome you to three of Waco's best stops for satisfying that Mexican food itch. ¡Vámonos!Uno! La Fiesta is a long-standing, Waco Tex-Mex machine! Best known … [Read more...]
Marine Mama: Sarah Raley’s Insider View of Waco Paddle Company
Don't judge a book by it's cover, right?!We met up with Sarah Raley, part owner of Waco Paddle Company, to learn more about the business of the Brazos. What we didn't know is – for Sarah, there is way more behind the word "marine" than water … [Read more...]
Go Fetch the Best Spots to Celebrate Dog Day in Waco!
Bark, bark, bark-bark! Ohhh sorry, I shall speak Human. Why am I so excited? Because National Dog Day is right! around! the corner! Sunday, August 26th to be exact! Waco is home to some serious dog lovers (you know the ones!), so I have no doubt … [Read more...]
Waco’s Top Local Grocers (+ PERKS for YOU!)
There are groceries and then there are groceries. We want to help you one-up yourself when it comes to what you're putting into it. (It you!) (If you don't know what that means, find + ask a teenager.)So, where do you get your food?Our crystal … [Read more...]
Takin’ Care of (Everybody’s) Business: Waco’s Must-Read for Back to School
Back to school typically means a lot of gearing up – literally – and usually, it's mom or dad who are doing the running around, (school) hunting + gathering. Supplies and sign-ups and shoes, oh my! YES, to getting your kids ready for going back to … [Read more...]
Flipping Roles: What’s the story behind Flips Gymnastics?
Normally, a gymnastics facility is just that, but at Flips Gymnastics in Waco, Texas, there's (unintentionally!) much, much more behind the name. We're hearing from Stephanie Mayfield, owner of Flips, to hear about the place where generation after … [Read more...]
Waco’s Local Leadership
We have the privilege, at Towny, of sitting before local business owner after local business owner from your Waco community. There are these golden moments that truly demonstrate the heartbeat, character, and grit of these local leaders. Enjoy the … [Read more...]
Gold Champions: Abby and Omari Head of Cheddar Box + Then Some
Their mission is simple: serve delicious, affordable food that guests will want to return to day after day. And they do that, one gourmet grilled cheese at a time. They also exceed that "simple" mission statement with an unpretentious humility and … [Read more...]
Don’t Miss These 6 Summer Supports, Waco!
Overwhelmed with all those little tasks on your list that haven’t been completed? Summer can be a great time to get those projects finished. Need some professional help? (Don’t worry, we won’t tell anyone!) Here are some local Waco businesses that … [Read more...]