Good Day
Temple
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Temple families can enjoy a new train-themed playground at Fred Springer Park, featuring a locomotive front, molded wheels, elevated decks, and a poured safety surface for children (two to five). The installation adds to the park's amenities near Santa Fe Plaza. KCEN-TV
- ➤ The City of Temple is hosting a secure document shredding event (a free public service) while Rotary of Temple builds beds for children in need, supporting local families. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ The annual Temple Community Treasures visual arts contest is calling for submissions from local artists — the City of Temple is hosting a dumpster drop at Ferguson Park for residents to dispose of unwanted items. Killeen Daily Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mexican-based company Sesajal will invest $30 million to build a new warehousing and production facility in Temple later this year, according to the Temple Economic Development Corporation (TEDC). Temple Daily Telegram
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bell County Museum (in Belton) is launching its annual spring lecture series with a free presentation on church and state in Thomas Jefferson’s America. The three-month program features three engaging speakers offering insights for local residents. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Community members gathered Tuesday at the Cultural Activities Center as hundreds of young local artists displayed their work in the 32nd annual ArtWorks Exhibition (showcasing creativity and community spirit). Killeen Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mandi Bronstad has been named the new principal of South Bosque Elementary in Midway ISD. The district will host a meet and greet on Thursday, Apr. 16 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the school library to welcome Bronstad, who brings more than 25 years of education experience. KCEN-TV
- ➤ Two Temple High School theater arts students earned a state championship opportunity after spending several months refining their hair and makeup design skills. They will showcase their work on a big stage as they prepare to compete. Killeen Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oncor and LCRA filed an application for a 765kV transmission line to help move more electricity as demand grows. Public input was gathered and the Public Utility Commission will review the plan (final route decision expected in September) before the project moves ahead. KCEN-TV
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!!
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