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Wednesday, February 11th, 2026

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Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • At the Bell County Youth Fair and Livestock Show in Temple, Ebony Bethune combed and blow-dried her goat, Millie, who drew attention by standing on a white goat stand; rabbits and goats enlivened the fair's third day.  Temple Daily Telegram
  • United Way marked '211 Day by spotlighting its 2-1-1 hotline as a local resource for connecting residents with help for rent, food, and mental health needs. Specialists are available at all hours to assist anyone seeking support.  Temple Daily Telegram

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Temple ISD updated its technology plans on Monday and rejected a charter school offer to buy district property, marking the board’s first veto this school year.  Temple Daily Telegram

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Texas Department of Agriculture warns residents not to open, plant, discard, or flush unexpected seed packages reported in Central Texas, as they may contain invasive weeds or harmful bacteria; affected individuals should keep the packages sealed and call 1-800-TELL-TDA for safe disposal.  KCEN-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Multiple Central Texas counties are under active burn bans to reduce wildfire risks after heavy fires and rising fire calls. Bell County’s emergency ban began Tuesday at 8 p.m. (similar orders applied in Burleson, Burnet, Hill, Leon, Limestone, and Milam counties).  KXXV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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  • Wafer Paper Techniques Workshop

    3-8 p.m. — 603 Pumpkin Dr, Temple, TX — All materials provided — Learn to create stunning wafer paper blossoms while enjoying light snacks and drinks.

    Sun, 3/1/26

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  • 9th Annual CASA Shenanigans 5K Fun Run

    9 AM – 12 PM — Vista Real Estate — Registration required — A family-friendly run to support advocacy for children in foster care.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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  • Temple College Spring Musical: Curtains

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Enjoy a family-friendly musical comedy murder mystery filled with Broadway sparkle and clever twists.

    Fri, 3/13/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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