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Temple
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Motor Sports has submitted plans for a $4.7M expansion to Nolanville. The Central Texas dealership is planning to broaden its operations pending final approvals. Temple Daily Telegram
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices are rising in Central Texas, and Temple drivers are noticing higher costs at local pumps (analysts expect prices to keep climbing over the next few days). Killeen Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Temple College will offer summer camps with early discounts for students this summer, featuring a sailing program on Lake Belton in July where participants learn to captain sailboats. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ X'Zavion Taylor (known as X-Man on the field) is a senior at Chilton High School who excels in sports and academics; he will soon graduate and attend Midwestern State University to play football and study mechanical engineering while giving back to his community near Marlin. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bell County East–Big Hill project's filing for a new high-voltage transmission line has been delayed to March after residents in Salado expressed safety and property concerns over the route cutting through residential areas. KCEN-TV
- ➤ Temple is hosting a two-day spring hiring event for public service roles at the Workforce of Central. Job seekers can explore available city positions as the event aims to connect local talent with government opportunities. Killeen Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Live Oak Classical won its first state championship when it beat Akiba Yavneh Academy 55-41 on Thursday at the TAPPS 3A boys state title game. Key players, including Jayden Ogden (named to the all-tournament team), helped secure the historic win for the program. KCEN-TV
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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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EL COMPA SACRA & ARMADILLOS JR Concert
8 p.m. — Playa Azul Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of regional music with El Compa Sacra and Armadillos Jr.
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8:00 a.m. — Crossroads Recreational Complex — Registration required — Lace up for a morning of running with distances of 5K, 10K, and half marathon, plus medals and t-shirts for finishers.
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