Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
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
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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