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Temple
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Temple renters worry after Rapid Recovery Towing surprised them with vehicle tows (with fees over $330) at several apartment complexes, and county Commissioner Louie Minor said officials are reviewing parking rules as residents push for clearer guidelines. KCEN-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A $25.78 million project will begin next month in Temple's northside industrial complex to build a food-grade oil facility. The construction is expected to boost local industry and support further economic growth. Temple Daily Telegram
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Temple is hosting its fifth Black History Month ceremony — a reminder that Black history is American history and a mark of progress from a difficult past. The event shows the community celebrating change and unity. Temple Daily Telegram
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ruby-throated hummingbirds begin migrating early in March from the Gulf Coast and move north following blooming flowers, so Temple residents may soon see them visiting local gardens and feeders early morning or late afternoon. KCEN-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters from Robinson + Killeen + Waco and other local departments are deployed through the Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System to support the Texas Panhandle amid high wildfire risk, while Robinson VFD ensures full local coverage. KCEN-TV
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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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Spring Break Art Camp
10 AM-2 PM — Sarah and Brushes Art Studio — Entry fee applies — A creative camp where kids explore art through sculpting, crafting, and painting.
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Spring Break Art Camp for Kids
3-7 p.m. — Sarah and Brushes Art Studio — Cost varies — A creative camp for kids to explore sculpting, crafting, and painting while making memorable art projects.
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T.Graham Brown Live at Bo's Barn Dancehall
6-11 p.m. — Bo's Barn Dancehall — Ticket details not specified — Experience the soulful sounds of T.Graham Brown as he revisits the vibrant era of 1980s country music.
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8:00 AM — Crossroads Recreational Complex — Registration required — Compete in a scenic race with a medal and t-shirt for all finishers.
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