Good Day
Temple
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Youth at the Bell County Youth Fair counted on their sheep to win contests on Wednesday in Belton (a local highlight). The event brought families together in a fun and competitive tradition. Killeen Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Central Texas invites local volunteers on March 6 in Temple to celebrate Read Across America Day (a national holiday honoring children’s literature). Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ During a recent KISD workshop meeting, TaNeika Driver-Moultrie, president of the local NAACP branch, questioned why the district posted the job for deputy superintendent for learning services. The concerns highlight an ongoing debate over administrative roles in the district. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Temple College Board of Trustees called for a $158 million bond election on Monday to fund facility renovations and new science lab additions at Temple College, and voters will soon decide on the measure. Temple Daily Telegram
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A recent survey shows that two-thirds of Americans favor a relaxed approach to Valentine’s Day, focusing on recharging and reconnecting rather than a traditional dinner. Temple residents can explore local, non-traditional celebrations to enjoy the holiday. Killeen Daily Herald
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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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Medal Madness Race Series
8 a.m. — Temple, TX — Registration required — Compete in a 5K, 10K, or 13.1M race and earn your medal.
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