Good Day
Temple
Monday, April 21st, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Killeen Rodeo will run from May 15th to 17th and offer $70,000 for competitors—promising plenty of action for spectators. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Belton's ASCO Spartacus Dash will challenge runners of all ages with a course tougher than a typical 5k and will raise funds to fight human trafficking; event organizers invite local participants to test their limits. Temple Daily Telegram
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Texas fruit growers face a tough season as an inconsistent winter chill—combined with damaging spring freezes—poses a risk to their crops. Temple Daily Telegram
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Easter Sunday, Rev. Jared Burt, senior pastor of Taylors Valley Baptist Church (2497 W. FM 93), led the first of three services and reminded the congregation to prepare for the worst while hoping for the best. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ Top cats from across the country competed Sunday afternoon at the Assembly Hall of the Cadence Bank Center in Belton as the annual show sought to crown the best feline. Organizers said the event drew strong entries under clear skies (52°F, light winds) and showcased top talent. Temple Daily Telegram
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In central Texas, weather varied and rain was sparse, leaving stock tanks low and fields hurt by a recent freeze that reduced Bermuda grass—farmers say corn stands were mostly good while winter wheat was short and uneven and cotton planting started and will continue next week with livestock markets steady. Temple Daily Telegram
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists and county agents will join AgriLife Research small grains breeders to hold field days in Bell County starting Tuesday, April 22 as part of the annual Statewide Small Grains Tour—events will run for the next month and offer expert guidance to local farmers. Temple Daily Telegram
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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