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Temple
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Temple business Popelka Paint Contracting—a three-generation company—will mark its 100th anniversary this fall while honoring its deep roots in the community. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ Temple family business Popelka Paint Contracting celebrates its 100th anniversary this fall. The three-generation firm—deeply rooted in the city's history—marks a milestone as it honors its long legacy in Temple. Killeen Daily Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bell County authorities arrested Richard Andrew Garcia after a standoff at a Bartlett home on Aug 25—EMS evaluated a woman at the scene and no injuries were reported as law enforcement deployed gas and found no firearm. KCEN-TV
- ➤ Federal prosecutors extended the sentencing hearing for the ex-director who admitted embezzling $69K from the Killeen Housing Authority—no new date has been set yet. Killeen Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bell County Commissioners approved funding for a new Outreach Rescue Coordinator at the animal shelter to lower high euthanasia rates and ease staffing shortages—sheriff Bill Cooke said the role will help connect rescued animals with adoptive families as local advocates call for further reforms. KCEN-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ OLAMS Maternity Shelter in Temple has seen a surge in calls from pregnant women and mothers due to new Texas healthcare laws that take effect on September 1—clients are coming from across Texas and even from out-of-state seeking housing and support services. Staff note that increased demand shows the need for community donations to cover supplies like diapers, formula and educational tools. KCEN-TV
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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.
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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.
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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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Bunco and L,R,C Game Night
11 PM - 1:30 AM — Temple, 3869 Green Tree Lp, Temple, TX — $5 for Bunco + (3) $1 bills for L,R,C — Enjoy a lively night of dice games with friends and snacks.
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The Beauty of the Feminine Genius
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center — Free entry — Discover insights into the gift of womanhood inspired by St. John Paul II's teachings.
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Bob Appel Band Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10 — Enjoy an evening of neo-traditional country music with Bob Appel and his band.
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Evidence-Based Parenting Workshop
Full-day workshop — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Engage with insights on parenting through evidence-based research.
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