Good morning, Temple.

Liam Manley from Bike Zoo and Holdyn Malina, 4, rode a side-by-side bike painted to look like a butterfly during the Petals and Pints event on Saturday at Santa Fe Plaza (downtown Temple).

Today, a former ALCOA site in Temple is set to be redeveloped into an $820 million solar cell manufacturing facility — it is expected to attract additional business to the area.

Texas cities, counties, transit systems and special-purpose taxing districts will receive $1.1 billion in sales tax allocations in March, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said—metrics show steady economic growth in Central Texas.

Central Texas school districts are getting extra funds from solar farms that help pay for school programs and community job initiatives.

Temple High School Theater Department will host the District 12-6A UIL One-Act Play Contest on Wednesday—students will perform a thriller one-act play that shows off their acting skills.

Annual Women's Retreat at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center

This retreat offers women a chance to disconnect from daily routines and focus on their spiritual, emotional, and relational well-being through communal worship and personal reflection.

Michael Carubelli Live

7-9 p.m. | Bold Republic Brewing Company | Free entry | Enjoy an evening of original music as Michael kicks off the 2025 Music Series in Temple, Texas.

Senior Living Awards Virtual Tour

9 AM - 7 PM | Sodalis Temple | Free entry | Explore award-winning senior living communities recognized for exceptional care and engaging activities.

The Woman and the Sword, Our Lady of Sorrows

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center | Cost information not provided | A day of reflection exploring the seven sorrows of Mary, led by Br. Joel Giallanza.

Touch-A-Truck

This free annual event aims to educate families on safety, health, and disaster preparedness in an interactive and fun environment with vehicles from across Bell County, including area Fire & Rescue vehicles, police vehicles, public works, and more.

Central Texas Community Health Summit

8:30 a.m. — McLane Great Hall-UMHB-Belton — Registration required — Engage in discussions and partnerships improving mental health and homelessness solutions.

Build Your Own 2025 Prom Bouquet

3:00 – 3:30 PM — 11830 W Adams Ave, Temple, TX — $40 — Design a custom bouquet featuring fresh blooms for your prom night.

Graduate Pathways Hiring Event

9 AM – 2 PM — Bell County Expo Center — Free entry — Connecting Central Texas graduates with hiring managers for career opportunities.

3rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza

10 AM-2 PM — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Experience a fun-filled day with games and activities for children up to 12 years old.