Friday, April 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Texans can shop tax-free for emergency supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday that starts at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 26 and ends at midnight Monday, April 28 — the tax holiday is expected to save shoppers about $2.3 million and covers key items like household batteries, fuel containers, flashlights under $75, hurricane shutters and emergency ladders under $300, and portable generators under $3,000. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new book project titled 'Rural Schools of East Bell County Texas: A Pictorial' documents how rural schools closed over fifty years ago + it uses pictorial records to show the legacy of these schools. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Texas Education Agency released the long-delayed 2023 school accountability ratings using an A to F grading scale to show school performance for the 2022 to 23 academic year—legal challenges had held up the data. The ratings are now public while the agency works on sharing current year details. KXXV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Temple beekeeper rescued stray hives from businesses & homes and urged property owners to avoid spraying chemicals to protect the bees. He noted that spring rains have helped flowers bloom and increased bee activity in the area. Temple Daily Telegram
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Temple city officials opened the new 4th Street parking garage on Thursday at a ribbon cutting ceremony — the multi-million dollar project is expected to boost downtown growth. Killeen Daily Herald
SHOP NEWS
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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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Fit and Fill
4-7 p.m. — The Commonwealth Texas — Free entry — Explore health and fitness with NeoraFit, Firm, Youth Factor, and more.
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Open House at 3417 Chieti Road
6-8 p.m. — 3417 Chieti Road — $370,000 — Explore this stunning four-bedroom home in Temple's Bella Terra Neighborhood.
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