Andrea Jackson Barefield, Waco City Council District 1

09/11/2026

Things are getting competitive in the Rhythm & Brews People's Choice race. 👀

Right now, our top three are:
🥇 Amy Akins (defending champion)
🥈 Andrea Barefield
🥉 J.T. Carpenter & Steve Fischer

But no one should get comfortable. The People's Choice Award goes to the singer or duo with the most money donated in their name, which means this leaderboard can still change.

Backing one of our karaoke stars? Donate in their name, share this post and recruit your people. You can keep donating all the way through the end of the performances on Thursday, September 17.

So, who are you rooting for? 👇

https://unitedwaywaco.org/workplace-campaign/rhythm-brews/

08/18/2026

Heads up! There will be some traffic changes this week so be mindful on your commute!

07/17/2026

Hip Hop Architecture Camp comes to the

07/17/2026

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth Family!

05/04/2026

I just had the pleasure of speaking with students from the Vanguard 6th Grade Traveling Classroom as they toured Waco’s historical landmarks—and the honor of hearing a student speak about my mom, Dr. Mae Jackson.

During the Q&A portion, I was asked about a fond memory I had of her in her role as a public servant. My response was that I never knew who was going to be at the kitchen table, and how that gave me the opportunity to see changemakers from all walks of life.

As a young girl, and before a title—my mom was just my mom, doing what seemed natural and normal to her. I didn’t fully realize this then, but that is what representation does: it moves us from young people who may very well be just casual watchers, to participants in creating a more equitable, just, safe, and resilient world.

Here’s to continuing to showing up for the next generation of leaders, changemakers, and public servants in District 1 and across Waco at large.

05/04/2026

Stopped by the Woodland Springs
Nursing Center to spread a little joy to the residents and nurses (National Nurses Week is May 6 – May 12)! Huge thanks to Donna and Nicki for helping us pull this off!

05/03/2026

I am deeply honored to be chosen to serve as your City Council Member for another two years. We ran an amazing campaign, and it wouldn't have been possible without the incredible volunteers, the young voters who stepped up, and every single person who made a plan to vote.

Huge shoutout to the Baylor student groups, the Lindsey family at the Brazos Landing, GG’s Flower Hut, and the McLennan County Elections Office for an amazing Election Day!

I’ve been committed to this district for the past 8 years, and I'm ready for the next two. God bless you all—now, let’s get back to work! 💚

05/03/2026

Today was a great day for District 1. The team and I were able to speak to many of you in support and continued action—and for that—I am very grateful. If you’re free, join me at The Brazos Landing as we watch the votes roll in! 💚

05/02/2026

Grateful for each and every one of you for taking the time out to make a plan, bring a friend and vote for AJB. For those of you who have not yet done so, polls close at 7 p.m! There’s still time! Visit onewaco.com/vote to find your polling location.