Good morning, Temple.

Temple's Leadership Temple Class of 2026 is raising funds and coordinating construction to build a tiny home for Feed My Sheep at Elizabeth Farm aimed at providing transitional housing for women working toward long-term stability + the project engages local students in community service.

Temple will celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday with the 28th annual H-E-B Fourth of July Fun Fest and Fireworks Show (at Crossroads Park) on Saturday.

The event will bring the community together as locals look forward to a festive day.

On Saturday, The Potter's House Church in Killeen hosted its first official Jerk Festival — locals celebrated Jamaican culture and listened to a message from Evangelist Patrick Johnson.

Ten honorees were inducted into the Bell County Cowboy and Cowgirl Hall of Fame on Saturday at Henry T.

Waskow VFW Post 4008 — 2311 S. Pearl St, Belton, celebrating contributions to preserving local cowboy and cowgirl heritage.

AAA reports that the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas in the Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood area is steadily decreasing and remains under $3 today, easing fuel costs for local drivers.

AAA reports that the price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas continues to drop in the Killeen, Temple, and Fort Hood area, keeping prices within a $3 range.

Temple ISD Board of Trustees will pass a balanced budget for the 2026-27 school year at a special meeting Tuesday, June 30 — the budget will guide district spending and operations for the upcoming academic year.

The Greater Killeen Community Clinic will hand out free water and box fans starting Monday (designed to support local residents).

The initiative offers basic relief items to those in need.

A pediatric expert advises local parents to protect children during summer outdoor play as long days and heat can boost injury risks (advice includes hydration and sun protection).

The expert urges following safety guidelines for outdoor activities in Temple.

Michael Padgett, a local angler, caught a 75+ lb, 50+ inch blue catfish at Lake Belton on June 6 and hopes his catch will set the record for catch and release in Temple.

The Killer Dueling Pianos

6:30-10:00 p.m. — Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center — Benefit event — Enjoy an entertaining evening of dueling pianos while supporting local families in crisis.