Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
Good morning, Temple.
🏘️ Community
The Temple community gathered Friday morning at Vista Community Church at 7051 Stonehollow for the funeral service of Officer Toalua (Charlie) Aumua.
A GoGundMe was set up to help support his family as they faced the coming weeks.
🚨 Crime
A man died on August 7 after a standoff at the Temple Police Department when he pointed his pistol at officers who tried to calm him—Temple Police and the Texas Rangers are investigating the incident while the involved officers are on administrative leave.
🎓 Education
Central Texas College celebrated nearly 500 graduates during a summer ceremony on Friday evening at the Christian House of Prayer in Killeen—attendees cheered as graduates were honored for their hard work.
🏛️ Government
A virtual Temple City Council meeting was disrupted Thursday when a male voice using the Zoom alias 'Chelsea Adams' unleashed a tirade of racial slurs + inflammatory remarks that raised legal concerns in Temple.
Temple City Council approved over $250,000 to fix a black mold problem at Fire Station 2 after public outcry + the funding will repair the facility to safeguard local firefighters.
🎉 Temple Events
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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.
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.
Open House for a Modern Home in Temple
2-5 p.m. — 8903 Sky Crest Drive — Free entry — Explore a solar-powered 3-bedroom home with smart features and energy efficiency.
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