Good morning, Temple.

Temple Police Department officers and local residents held a procession and offered prayers to honor an officer who drowned in Lake Belton — support came from across the county and state as the community mourned his loss.

The Temple Police Department responded to a northbound motorcycle crash near the 299 exit of I-35 early Tuesday morning—traffic was rerouted at the Midway exit while emergency crews worked the scene.

6 News has published its Back-to-School Cheat Sheet for local families to get ready for school—offering tips on budgeting for supplies, planning lunches, and decorating lockers—while educators share advice on easing first-day jitters.

The Bell County Commissioners Court approved changes to four polling places on Monday due to site-specific issues like building sales and owner non-participation.

One polling location in Temple will move from Grace Temple Ministries to Meridith-Dunbar Early Childhood Academy (1717 E Avenue J) while sites in Salado, Rogers and Killeen also shift to new venues.

A home on Blackfoot Drive in Temple is under investigation after neighbors reported a large trash pile that raised public concern.

City officials said they are seeking a warrant to clean the property — the owner may face fines up to $1,000 if the violation is not fixed.

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.

Open House Event at 106 E Upshaw Avenue

4-7 p.m. — 106 E Upshaw Avenue — Free entry — Explore a charming home with a spacious backyard and modern amenities in a convenient location.

Palette Knife Cookies Workshop

2-4:30 p.m. — 603 Pumpkin Dr, Temple, TX — $ — Learn to use a palette knife and royal icing to craft stunning floral cookies.