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Temple
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Steve Cook, born on Jan. 1, 1951 at Baylor Scott and White, lives in Temple where he continues working and reflecting on his lifelong residency (a local icon). Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Steve Cook, the 1951 New Year’s Baby Derby winner born on Jan. 1, 1951 at Baylor Scott & White, still lives and works in Temple today. He reflects on his lifelong ties and the unique story of his birth (marked by bells and whistles). Temple Daily Telegram
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tonee B. Shelton, a Killeen-based author, is using storytelling to boost literacy, promote healing & build community connections across Central Texas. Her work brings fresh ideas to local events and inspires community engagement. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Killeen author Tonee B. Shelton is using her writing to boost community literacy and storytelling in Temple as she shared her journey of healing and connection in a recent KDH interview. Her work aims to inspire local readers and deepen community bonds. Killeen Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A VA spokesperson said that while the department cuts thousands of roles nationwide, local VA health care services in Central Texas remain unaffected — the consistent care is expected to continue without interruption. Temple Daily Telegram
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Medal Madness Race Series
8 a.m. — Crossroads Recreational Complex — Registration required — Participate in themed races and earn finisher medals in a fun community atmosphere.
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TCA Boys Varsity Basketball vs. HTCHS
6-7:15 p.m. — Holy Trinity Catholic High School — Free entry — Watch the Holy Trinity Catholic varsity team take on Texas Christian Academy in an exciting non-conference basketball game.
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8 a.m. — Crossroads Recreational Complex — Registration required — Participate in the running event featuring medals and t-shirts at the scenic Crossroads Recreational Complex.
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Agent Reset: 2026 Real Estate Roundtable
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — William Hoyt Bagel & Brew — Free entry — A casual roundtable for real estate agents to reflect on past wins and strategize for a successful year ahead.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
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