Good Day
Temple
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The KCEN 6 News team thanked the Central Texas community for its supportive calls, flowers, and kind words after Kris Radcliffe’s passing — their warm gestures have helped them through a difficult time. KCEN-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Temple woman (30-year-old Emily Grace Meyer) died on Thursday when her 2016 Chevrolet Malibu lost control on wet roads and struck an oncoming Dodge Ram on Highway 36 near Belton Lake; the truck driver was treated for injuries. KXXV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Belton, the ongoing murder trial of Caysen Allison saw the legal teams and the judge debate the wording of final charges—heated testimonies ended as arguments over charge definitions took over. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ In the Caysen Allison murder trial, both sides rested their case on April 24 as the judge excused the jury until Monday, May 5 at 9 a.m. (body cam videos and witness accounts of past conflicts were shown) while he plans to review charges and schedule closing arguments. KCEN-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Temple crews will close the Industrial Boulevard intersection at State Loop 363 starting Monday, April 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily until Friday, May 2 for bridge work as part of the TxDOT widening project. KXXV
- ➤ Bell County Commissioner's Court voted 4 to 1 to deny a property tax exemption for Rising Star-certified childcare centers, leaving Temple daycare owner Ebony Marriott frustrated that the funds could help with facility improvements. Commissioner Louie Minor supported the measure (estimated to cost the county $80,000) while Judge David Blackburn raised concerns over timing and lost revenue. KXXV
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Whether you think you can or think you can't, you're right.
~ Henry Ford
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