Good morning, Temple.

Benjamin Porter looked for the perfect crayon as he colored a Hollywood sign with his daughter Emberlee during Silver Screen Family Day at the Temple Heritage and Railroad Museum (downtown Temple).

On May 5, the Department of Education resumed collecting on defaulted federal student loans, targeting borrowers who have not made a payment for 270 days — a move that affects over 5 million borrowers nationwide.

Temple College officials advise students to work with their loan servicers and use on-campus resources to avoid falling behind.

A section of Village Way in Temple will close Monday, May 12 as the city begins drainage improvements — construction crews are working to complete the project in about three months with detours via Adams Avenue, Apache Drive and Airport Road.

Bell County Commissioners gave preliminary approval for a 191-lot housing project planned by Turley Associates Inc. on the south side of the county near Salado, and additional details will be announced as the development moves forward.

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.

Fit and Fill

4-7 p.m. — The Commonwealth Texas — Free entry — Explore health and fitness with NeoraFit, Firm, Youth Factor, and more.

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.

Dailey and Vincent Concert

7-9 p.m. — Cultural Activities Center — Ticketed event — Experience the acclaimed harmonies and modern take on American music from Grammy-winning duo Dailey & Vincent.

Coyotes FC Home Opener

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Woodson Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of the season kickoff with the Central Texas Coyotes FC in a thrilling match at home.

College Prep Seminar

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Texell Headquarters, 1948 Conference Room — $5 (includes a grab-and-go meal) — Get ready for college with insights from admissions experts from Texas universities.