Good Day
Temple
Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lu Ann Crowe, a Bell County resident, had her home burned down, which destroyed decades of family memories (including mementos of her late husband and son). Neighbors provided money, clothing and supplies while she plans to rebuild her home with a modular structure (showing strong community support). KXXV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A shooting incident at Temple Gun Club resulted in the death of Zakary Michael Jerke, 30, who died Sunday — from a gunshot wound to his head. Killeen Daily Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Temple announced its first Tanglefoot Music & BBQ Festival set for September 12-13 at the newly renovated MLK Festival Grounds near Downtown Temple — the event will feature over 20 live country music performances and BBQ from top pitmasters. Officials say the festival will boost local culture and the economy while improved trails connect the grounds to Downtown — more details will follow. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Texas House Public Education Committee in Temple passed House Bill 2 last week—aiming to increase funding per student in local school districts. The measure now moves to legislative review for further steps to support local schools. Temple Daily Telegram
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baylor Scott and White Medical Center of Temple was honored as the nation’s number three major teaching hospital by Premier Top Hospitals of 2025—an accolade that reflects its quality in teaching and care. Temple Daily Telegram
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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.
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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.
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Graduate Pathways Hiring Event
9 AM – 2 PM — Bell County Expo Center — Free entry — Connecting Central Texas graduates with hiring managers for career opportunities.
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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.
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Financial Scams Awareness Seminar
5:30-7 p.m. — 1948 Conference Room, Texell Headquarters — $5 (includes a grab-and-go meal) — Learn how to protect your accounts from evolving financial scams.
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Realtor Lunch-n-Learn with iAppraisal
11:30 a.m. — Texell Credit Union — Free entry — Gain insights from the owner of a woman-owned appraisal management company.
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Airplanes and Coffee Gathering
8 AM – 3 PM — Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport — Free entry — Enjoy a day of aviation displays, free flights, and family fun activities with coffee and donuts.
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Shred Day 2025
9-11 a.m. — CENTURY 21 Bill Bartlett — Free entry — Dispose of documents securely and enjoy a community spring cleaning event.
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Smart Homebuying Seminar
6-7 p.m. — Texell Credit Union — Free entry — Learn the steps to buying a home and get valuable tips from mortgage experts.
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~ James Clear
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