Good morning, Temple.

Temple Police participated in a Tip-a-Cop event at Texas Roadhouse today—patrons saw an increased police presence as officers engaged with the community.

On Thursday, a transformer failure at 603 S.

16th Street left an estimated 1,400 Temple homes without power at 5:15 p.m., as Temple Fire & Rescue, police, and Oncor quickly responded (no injuries were reported).

Temple PD has made its Home Watch program public to help residents feel safe while away from home.

Officers check houses for security issues — from power outages to water leaks — though the service is not available 24 hours.

The city of Temple approved a resolution on Thursday to secure over $717,000 in a Community Development Block Grant for 2025-26 — funds that will back community improvements.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Gravity Defying Cakes Workshop

1-7 p.m. — 603 Pumpkin Dr, Temple, TX — All supplies included — Learn to create stunning gravity defying cake designs with confidence.