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The 2025 Annual Awards of Excellence Banquet, hosted by Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas, took place Thursday, January 16, at the Baylor Club at McLane Stadium in Waco. The event celebrated the outstanding contributions of local businesses, organizations, and individuals who have helped drive workforce development in the region. Among the honorees, three key local entities — the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce, the Mexia Chamber of Commerce, and Fibrix Filtration of Groesbeck — stood out for their exceptional contributions to the community and the workforce.

Kitty of the Week

Eating healthier in the New Year doesn’t have to be boring, according to chefs, fitness experts and dietitians. Here’s how to unleash your creativity to ensure your meals and snacks satisfy your cravings: Go bold: Don’t equate healthy eating with blandness. Instead, add big, bold flavor to meals using herbs, spices, and tangy add-ins, such as vinegar and citrus. Not only will doing so help keep you satisfied, some of these ingredients even have powerful health benefits.