Good morning, Temple.

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.

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 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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.