Good morning, Temple.

Nine-year-old Mya and her friends, wearing colorful superhero costumes, led a food drive at Temple Grace Ministries ahead of Easter weekend—serving over 500 families with fresh produce, canned goods and special items for Easter meals.

Collin Street Bakery in Temple is preparing for a busy Easter weekend as it plans to keep prices low amid rising costs and possible tariffs.

The family-owned bakery will use its own food factory—helping control costs and support American products for quality treats.

Belton police reported that one man died and two others were hospitalized after officers responded at 2:41 a.m. to calls about a car stopped near mile marker 297 on the eastbound lanes of I-14 in Belton.

Killeen police are investigating a fatal shooting on Gray Street where a 47-year-old man was killed on Thursday night.

The Texas House gave final approval to a bill that will boost public school funding and raise teacher pay last week, and the new law is expected to support local schools in the coming months.

Temple resident and Air Force veteran Sgt. David Kolinek was chosen for Honor Flight Austin to fly from Austin to Washington, D.C. on April 25 so he can honor his military service.

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.

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.

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.

Shred Day 2025

9-11 a.m. — CENTURY 21 Bill Bartlett — Free entry — Dispose of documents securely and enjoy a community spring cleaning event.

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.

Open House at 6113 Modena Dr

5-8 p.m. — 6113 Modena Dr — $394,900 — Explore a spacious 4-bedroom home with modern amenities in Temple's Bella Terra neighborhood.

Mother's Day Brunch at Farmers Commons

10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Farmers Commons — $31 to $50 — Treat mom to a delightful brunch in a beautiful vineyard setting with great food, drinks, and live music.

M100 Band Banquet 2025

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Cultural Activities Center — Special event — Celebrate the incredible achievements of M100 Band students with dinner and storytelling.

Central Texas Airfest 2025

11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport — Check event website for ticket details — Experience thrilling airshows, a drone spectacle, food trucks, and fun for the whole family.