Good morning, Temple.

Elm Mott homeowner Diane Buxkemper had her house flooded for the fifth time since 1993 after Wednesday night’s storms, and her insurance company said rising groundwater—an act of God—leaves her to cover the repairs herself.

A rollover crash on Highway 36 near Morgan’s Point on June 12 at 5:01 a.m. trapped one driver who was rescued and taken to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center for evaluation – emergency crews urged drivers to be cautious on wet roads.

Bell County approved a federally funded purchase of the M-Vac DNA system to boost investigations by collecting DNA from crime scenes and evidence — the system will be housed by the Bell County Sheriff’s Office and shared with police in Harker Heights, Belton, Temple, Killeen and Waco, with training set to begin in June.

County Commissioner Louie Minor will host a public town hall at Texas A&M University — Central Texas on June 26 at 6:00 p.m. to review Bell County’s budget and discuss property taxes, hospital and emergency service districts, and community priorities.

Temple city officials approved a $1 million plan—investing in Flock and Axon license plate cameras—to target catalytic converter theft as precious metals drive crime.

Police report the technology is already lowering theft rates and will improve investigations.

The UIL Council met Wednesday to review proposals for changes in UIL academics, athletics, music and policy—sanctioning water polo as a UIL sport and expanding baseball playoffs to include 3A and 4A schools.

The move expands a best-of-three series format previously limited to larger schools and will affect local teams next season.

Open House in Hilldell Estates

2-4 p.m. — 8322 Alaska Ave, Temple, TX — Free entry — Explore 8 homes for sale in Hilldell Estates and connect with a Compass agent to find your dream home.

Bunco and L,R,C Game Night

11:00 PM – 1:30 AM — 3869 Green Tree Lp, Temple, TX — $5 for Bunco + (3) $1 bills for the L,R,C game — Enjoy a fun night of Bunco and games with community friends.

TERRY HUGHES and The Debonairs

9 PM-1 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — Enjoy a night with the original dancehall band, fronted by Terry Hughes, playing classic tunes.

Summer Basketball Camp

9 AM – 1 PM — Clarence Martin Gym — Lunch package available — High intensity camp focused on improving athletes' skills including explosiveness and scoring.

Open House at 1910 Ashburn Drive

4-8 p.m. — 1910 Ashburn Dr, Temple, TX — Free entry — Come tour this stunning new listing while enjoying treats and refreshing lemonade.

Open House at 816 Killam Dr

6-9 p.m. — 816 Killam Dr, Temple, TX — Free entry — Explore this beautiful three-bedroom home with modern features and a prime location near State Hwy. 93 and 95.

American Heart BLS Provider Class

5:30-7:30 p.m. — 1720 S Pea Ridge Rd, Temple, TX — Registration required — Learn vital CPR skills and earn a 2-year eCard in this American Heart BLS course.

July Karaoke Night

12:00 AM – 4:59 AM — 7112 Lee Hall Loop, Temple, TX — BYOB option available — Sing your heart out and enjoy snacks at this fun monthly event.