Good morning, Temple.

A local nonprofit group hosted a Soulfood Luncheon last week at Killeen Senior Center, where community members shared a meal (a cherished community tradition).

IRS officials visited United Way of Central Texas locations in Temple last week to honor student volunteers & celebrate their community service.

Dairy Queen restaurants will offer a free Hungr-Buster burger on Texas Independence Day with a $2 minimum purchase + local locations will serve customers enjoying the holiday.

In February, Bird Creek Brewing in Temple won the 2026 Brewery of the Year award from the Texas Craft Brewers Guild after earning four medals for its craft beers including Galactic Crackle and Bare Bones Disco.

The competition featured 930 entries from 142 breweries.

Temple High School students and veteran Belton ISD competitors earned awards at a regional history fair last week — a notable achievement that highlights local history education.

The Stewart C. Meyer Harker Heights Public Library invites locals to join a book club or homeschool meet-up and pick up a new read at the library.

The Temple Cultural Activities Center will host a Lunch & Learn on generative AI for small businesses in the coming days.

Local owners, entrepreneurs & creatives can learn practical tips on how artificial intelligence may work for them.

Temple veterans pushed back when a VA rule threatened to lower disability ratings based on medication performance — the rule’s enforcement was halted on Feb.

19 after strong feedback from veterans and lawmakers. They now await further action as officials gather public comments on the rule.

Killeen City Council approved a (6-0) interlocal agreement with Central Texas College and Temple College to expand EMS ride-outs with the Killeen Fire Department, letting EMS students gain certification hours.

The agreement renews annually for up to 5 years with no cost to the city.

Lollipops is a new Cajun restaurant in downtown Temple that opened four months ago, serving family recipes and bold Louisiana flavors from dishes like fried ribs and cheesy crawfish po’boy.

The couple-owned spot offers fresh ingredients daily plus homemade desserts that blend local tradition with hearty dining.

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.

Medal Madness Race Series

8 a.m. — Temple, TX — Registration required — Compete in a 5K, 10K, or 13.1M race and earn your medal.

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.

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.

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.

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.