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The 7 Best Co-Working Spaces to Work Remotely in Waco

Working Remotely? Get out of the house and work from here instead.

CBC Church Coffee Shop in San Antonio

I purchased two latte's for under $8. I go to a lot of coffee shops, and I can't remember the last time I was able to walk away with two latte's for under $8.

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Texas Cottage Food Laws Undergo Historic Expansion, Tripling Sales Limits and Opening Wholesale Markets

Texas is poised to become the nation's most cottage food-friendly state when sweeping changes to its cottage food laws take effect September 1, 2025, transforming opportunities for home-based food entrepreneurs across the Lone Star State.

The Complete Guide to Boutiques in Waco, Texas

Depending on what you think of as a boutique - there are a lot of boutiques in Waco. And by "in Waco", I mean both downtown Waco, as well as the surrounding area.

Kids running around at the playground at The Showboat Drive In Movie Theater just north of Houston TX

The End of an Era: Showboat Drive-In Movie Theater's Final Curtain Call

In the end, while it wasn't financially sustainable to continue running the drive-in theater at its current location, the owners were able to sell the property for a cool $5,000,000+ based on records available online.

The Cajun Coffee Shack built from a converted tiny house on wheels located off of Potranco Road in San Antonio, TX

The Cajun Coffee Shack: Where Louisiana Meets the Lone Star State

At first glance, you might wonder if you've accidentally pulled into someone's driveway – but that converted tiny house with dual drive-thru windows is exactly where you want to be.

the front of The Cracked Mug Coffee House entrance in a building made of stone in old-town Helotes

☕ The Cracked Mug Coffee House in Helotes, TX

Whether you're craving a quiet morning with your laptop or a cinnamon-spiked latte under the shade of towering oaks, The Cracked Mug delivers that “why-don’t-I-just-move-here?” vibe—hard.

Beau's Tiny Diner in downtown San Antonio, Texas

Inside Beau's Tiny Diner in San Antonio: A Little Place with a Lot of Heart

Beau’s opened its doors in April 2025, but it already feels like it’s been part of the neighborhood forever. It’s not trying too hard. It doesn’t need to.

the karma espresso coffee truck sitting in the parking lot of HEB in Alamo Ranch, San Antonio

Karma Espresso Bar: Alamo Ranch’s Hidden Gem Brewing Kindness and Quality

Tucked behind a Valero in an H-E-B parking lot, where most expect gas and groceries, San Antonio’s best-kept coffee secret quietly brews.

Foster Care to Fast Cars: Michelle Rodriguez's San Antonio Connection

Born in San Antonio in 1978, Rodriguez's early memories aren't of birthday parties or school plays, but of the jarring moment at age six when she was "ripped away" from her mother and placed in foster care.

The 2 Black-Owned Coffee Shops in San Antonio | ☕

These two Black-owned coffee havens aren't just serving drinks—they're creating spaces that are becoming part of the Alamo city's ongoing story.

The State of The Texas Electric Grid in 2025

Since Winter Storm Uri's catastrophic grid failure in February 2021, Texas has added 41,198 MW of new power capacity.

rent to own shed converted to a tiny house

Home & Garden

32 Things Nobody Tells You About Rent-to-Own Buildings

Discover essential facts about rent-to-own sheds, from financing without credit checks to choosing the right design and size for your needs.

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Waco

12 Recurring Events in Waco You Can't Miss

Here are some of the coolest local, recurring weekly and monthly events in Waco that you simply don't want to miss.

Breweries

5 Innovative Waco Texas Breweries

Explore Waco's top breweries for a taste of local craft beer excellence. Join us on a journey through the city's best brews, where tradition meets innovation.

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Waco

The 11 BEST Internet Providers in Waco

From fiber-optic to fixed wireless, here are your best options

doctor holding a bowl of fresh fruit from her local farmer's market

Lifestyle

7 Key Benefits of Farmer's Markets

One of the benefits of farmer's markets is the opportunity to support locals who engage in building renewable food systems that strengthen the local economy.

Waco

Vets in Waco, Texas | The 5 Best Veterinarians in Town

Discover the best vets in Waco for top-notch pet care! From emergency services to wellness checkups, find affordable quality care for your furry friends.

Waco

Black Owned Restaurants in Waco | The Complete List (2025)

No matter what you're looking for, this city has it all, including quite a few black owned restaurants in Waco - many of which are my favorite places to eat at.

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Waco

13 Fun Things to Do in Waco with Kids | Family Friendly Attractions

If you're visiting Waco and are looking for fun things to do in Waco with kids, here are just a few of the things around Waco that our family recommends: