Good morning, Temple.

The annual Temple Community Treasures visual arts contest is calling for submissions from local artists while the City hosts a dumpster drop in Ferguson Park for residents to drop off large items (check guidelines before participating).

Central Bell Fire and Rescue worked with Sparta and Belton fire departments to put out a shed fire today — the blaze had started as a grassfire and was quickly contained.

Local groups, churches and community members are planning Easter egg hunts, festivals and family activities (April 5) at community venues to bring neighbors together for the holiday.

The events are designed to create a fun and inclusive atmosphere for all.

Bell County Museum begins its free annual spring lecture series in Belton, featuring three engaging speakers on church and state in Thomas Jefferson’s America.

The series runs for three months (offering unique historical insights) to enrich local residents’ understanding.

Temple High School theater arts students earned a state championship opportunity when they will showcase their hair & makeup design skills on a statewide stage after months of focused practice.

Bell County Tax Office warns residents about scam texts falsely claiming unpaid violations and urging payment via questionable links— neither the TxDMV nor the office sends such messages.

Residents are advised not to click links and to report suspicious texts to the proper authorities.

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.

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.

Pirate 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

8 a.m. — James Wilson Park — Registration required — Lace up for a swashbuckling run through Temple's scenic park in your best pirate attire.

San Marcos Academy Varsity Baseball vs. Central Texas Christian

6-7:45 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Watch the high school baseball teams compete in a thrilling conference game.

Scooter Dubec and Sterling Country Concert

8 PM-12 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — Enjoy an evening of live country music with Scooter Dubec and Sterling.

HYWAY TRAVELER

9 PM - 1 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — A group of talented guys that just want to play good dancing music!!