Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A community benefit has been organized for 8-year-old Jenna Burgess after a devastating July Fourth flood claimed the lives of her mother, husband and two sons, with events including volleyball tournaments + live music. The event will take place on Sunday, July 27 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Legacy Beach Volleyball at 8631 Cedar Creek Rd in Temple. KCEN-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kennedy-Powell Elementary in Temple was named Project Lead the Way Launch Distinguished School for the eighth consecutive year—highlighting nearly a decade of academic excellence during the 2024-25 school year. Temple Daily Telegram
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Fort Hood military family's ceiling collapsed in July and they were offered a move to a unit with a history of raw sewage backups lasting seven years — the family backed out and officials are now reviewing housing policies. Fort Hood leaders said they are working with maintenance teams to prevent further problems. KCEN-TV
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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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Open House
5-8 p.m. — 7511 Wind Chime Way, Temple, TX — Listed at $455,500 — Explore a modern 5-bedroom home in a family-friendly neighborhood with ample space and luxury touches.
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Open House Event
8-10 p.m. — 7109 Hammermill Ln, Temple — $299,900 — Explore a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home loaded with modern amenities.
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Dungeons & Dragons Night at Blade and Banner
6-10 p.m. — Blade and Banner Games — Free entry — Roll the dice for an exciting night of adventure through Dungeons & Dragons and board games.
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Social Security Strategies Seminar
5:30-7 p.m. — Texell Credit Union Headquarters — $5.00 (includes a light meal) — Learn essential strategies for maximizing your Social Security benefits in a friendly seminar.
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Providence Prep vs. CTCHS Girls Varsity Volleyball Match
6-7 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Cheer on Providence Prep as they face off against CTCHS in this exciting non-conference volleyball match.
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