Friday, June 27th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Temple will host a Fun Fest and Fireworks Show at Crossroads Park on July 4—festivities start at 6 p.m. and the fireworks display is set for 9:30 p.m. KXXV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bell County Sheriff’s Office and Belton Police Department held a press conference Thursday afternoon about a car-involved officer shooting that occurred Thursday morning, and officials said three officers were placed on administrative leave—two teens have been taken into custody as the investigation continues. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Bell County Sheriff's Office held a news conference on Thursday to update on an overnight officer-involved shooting where a deputy pursued a speeding Mustang on W. Adams in Temple that led to a chase into Belton, a crash, and gunshots that hit an armed suspect, with a Belton officer and two deputies placed on administrative leave. KXXV
- ➤ Temple police arrested suspect Javare Sanders after responding at 12:37 a.m. on June 26 to reports of a person shooting at a vehicle along S. 14th Street — evidence including shell casings and broken glass was found and the victim left the scene in their vehicle. KCEN-TV
- ➤ Thirteen witnesses took the stand in a two-day murder trial in Belton — one witness wore a bright pink shirt to honor her younger brother, Allen Lee Jones, who was shot and killed. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Temple police investigated an aggravated assault incident that occurred Thursday morning at S. First Street and W. Avenue J — a stolen red Ford Mustang shot at two pedestrians and led to one person receiving non-life-threatening injuries. KCEN-TV
- ➤ A Guatemalan man arrested in Temple pleaded guilty to multiple misdemeanor immigration charges—an action tied to a national DOJ effort to curb illegal entry. Killeen Daily Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bunco and L,R,C Game Night
11 PM — 1:30 AM — 3869 Green Tree Lp, Temple, TX — $5 + snacks — Enjoy a night of dice games and fun with friends while sharing appetizers.
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Open House
6-8 p.m. — Home at 309 Fallen Leaf Ln — Free entry — Explore this spacious home featuring high ceilings and multiple living areas.
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Open House at 1202 Amber Dawn Drive
3-5 p.m. — 1202 Amber Dawn Drive — $274,500 — Explore this inviting home with community amenities and a private backyard.
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