Good Day
Temple
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Central Texas school districts are closed today due to winter weather with Temple ISD among them. Killeen ISD canceled school (makeup day planned for Feb. 13) as transportation crews assess roads for a possible third day of closures amid freezing fog. KXXV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Bell County Fire and Rescue assistant chief Kevin Burzesi rescued an injured great horned owl (nicknamed Sparky) from snowy conditions at Chalk Ridge Falls Park Tuesday at 4:45 p.m. He then coordinated with Texas Game Wardens and All About Exotic Wildlife to secure proper care for the bird. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bell County WCID #1 has asked cities (Harker Heights, Nolanville, Killeen, Copperas Cove, and Fort Hood) to voluntarily restrict water use as the Belton Water Treatment Plant operates at reduced capacity due to repair work on its largest unit; officials note rising water flows. KCEN-TV
- ➤ Subfreezing temperatures and icy roads disrupted services in Bell County on Tuesday. Several cities will resume normal operations today (residents are urged to drive safely) as delays in trash services continue. Temple Daily Telegram
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A systemwide boil water notice has been in effect for Hollands Quarters Water since Jan. 27 due to a pump station power outage, and residents must boil water for 2 minutes before use. Killeen Daily Herald
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K-POP WARRIORS Live Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center — All ages — Experience the vibrant energy and stunning choreography of a worldwide K-Pop sensation.
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Viking 5K, 10K, Half Marathon & Marathon in Temple, TX
8-10 a.m. — 2205 Curtis B Elliot Dr — Registration required — Race enthusiasts can choose from 5K to marathon distances in this vibrant community event.
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Faith Academy vs. CTCHS Boys Varsity Basketball Game
8-9:15 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — $5 entry — Watch an exciting conference clash between Faith Academy and Central Texas Christian.
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Wine Run 5K
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Moose & Goose Winery — Check the website for entry fees — Enjoy a fun run paired with handcrafted fruit wines at this community event.
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