Bobby Poitevint

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Senior Reporter at KXXV-TV (Waco, TX)

Journalist at ABC 33/40 You can find me on the news, eBay, watching Netflix or possibly on a mountain.

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Temple couple shares experience of Pope Francis blessing their marriage

2 days ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

TEMPLE, Texas (KXXV) — A once in a life time opportunity — having your marriage blessed by Pope Francis. That happened to one Temple couple who shares their story with us. Temple couple has their marriage blessed by Pope Francis Wed in 2018 and ahead of their European honeymoon, Kevin and Nohely Mackowiak made all the necessary arrangements to be present during a mass led by Pope Francis. Surprises awaited the couple, starting with them sitting front row. “We were listening to the mass.
Waco Catholics praising Pope Francis for his 'humility'

2 days ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Across the greater Waco area, parishioners and many others across the world joined together to remember Pope Francis after his passing early Monday morning.
Bellmead paster ends Good Friday cross walk after 15 years

6 days ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

BELLMEAD, Texas (KXXV) — For 15 years, Pastor Ronnie Woods has carried a handmade cross over his back or shoulders for a three-mile walk on Good Friday. He believes it was a calling from Jesus Christ, and he even makes the crosses himself from wood that he finds nearby. Bellmead paster ends Good Friday cross walk after 15 years However, this Good Friday, April 18, will mark the end due to what he said are minor health issues with his knee and hip.
Waco film director calls SB22 "game changer" for Texas' film footprint if passed by legislature

6 days ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

Senate Bill 22 is gaining bipartisan support from state lawmakers in Austin even gaining support from Texas actors such as Matthew McConaughey. If passed, it would boost financial incentives for TV and movie productions to be made in the Lone Star State. 25 News' Bobby Poitevint spoke to a local Waco film production company to hear more about what all this could mean for growing our economy and Central Texas’ footprint in film.
Central Texans hold strong on borrowing and buying amid report of consumer sentiment dropping

1 week ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

Reports highlight that U.S. consumer sentiment dropped to its second-lowest level on record, dating back more than half a century — dropping to 11% this month. The University of Michigan polled people between March 25 and April 8, with many saying the trade war threatening higher costs was weighing on them. However, that downfall in consumer confidence is not being felt here by some Central Texans.
Central Texas beekeeper sees win in crusade to save bees

1 week ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

CENTRAL TEXAS (KXXV) — A Central Texas beekeeper earns a win in her crusade to protect bees and her beehives — as experts say, bees are important pollinators for our environment.
Could tariffs cause pandemic-era gas prices this Summer? Texas experts weigh in

1 week ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — The summer travel season is about to begin, but what do these recent tariffs from the White House mean for your plans and gas prices? President Trump’s tariffs on other countries have caused market insecurities in recent weeks and months. Some expects believe that has dropped the price of crude oil and companies, refineries and airlines are taking advantage of it. Could tariffs cause pandemic-era gas prices this Summer? Texas experts weigh in Tom Seng Ed. D.
Talks of federal farmer bailout circulate through Texas' AG community

2 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

CENTRAL TEXAS (KXXV) — There’s optimism circulating through Texas’ AG community for President Donald Trump’s international tariff plans, this as farmers and AG industry leaders here in the state and across the country are having conversations about a federal bailout for farmers. “I think it’s likely to happen. I mean there’s going to be some heartburn — some setbacks at first, until we get this worked out," said Texas’ AG Commissoner Sid Miller.
Central Texas auto repair costs up as Trump continues overseas tariff war

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — As the tariff war continues, President Trump’s 25% tariffs on foreign cars and auto parts is expected to hit this week. Chris Perales is the owner of Perales Brothers Automotive in Waco and last month 25News' Bobby Poitevint spoke with him about the potential impacts of tariffs on the auto industry.
How to talk to your child about the possibility of bullying & violent acts in Central Texas schools

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

Talking to children and students about violent actions and bullying in schools can be a difficult conversation for parents to have. Many Central Texas families been forced to discuss these things with their children recently following the death of a Killeen middle school student earlier this month. “Bulling is an issue that is just prevalent — it’s a daily encounter for many children" said Camella M.