Good morning, Temple.

Texas home bakers now can use dairy ingredients, raise their yearly cap from $50,000 to $150,000, and sell to local businesses under SB 541 (expanding cottage food opportunities) that took effect Sept 1.

Local baker Gracey Bunnell said the law lets her use her true buttercream recipe without changes (removing old rules that kept her home address on labels).

Temple officials announced plans for the inaugural Tanglefoot Music and BBQ Festival, which will offer an expanded fan experience with country music and barbecue — a destination event drawing visitors from the region.

Homebuyers in Temple face a tight housing market as only 28% of listed homes fall within the median price range—just under $300,000—due to high mortgage and interest rates.

Realtor Chris Meza advises buyers to work with a trusted team and be patient in finding a home.

Temple ISD earned national recognition — its sixth award in a row — by receiving a Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials International.

Temple College will honor a longtime professor and accomplished artist this week by naming a new gallery after him — the college noted there was no gallery when he first joined and his work as a historian, teacher and artist is being celebrated.

Rep. Pat Curry said Senate Bill 12 makes parents sign forms before their children get school health and counseling services while Temple ISD gathers consent forms—parents will choose nonemergency care for their kids.

Bell County Commissioners Court approved participation in the Central Texas 9-1-1 district — a move that eliminates state fees so cell phone bill fees now directly fund emergency services for residents.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Evidence-Based Parenting Workshop

Full-day workshop — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Engage with insights on parenting through evidence-based research.

VPA Girls Freshman Volleyball Match

5-6 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Watch the CTCHS freshman volleyball team face off against Valor Preparatory Academy in an exciting non-conference matchup.

Tumbleweed Hill Dance Night

8:00 pm – 12:00 am — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — Dance the night away to timeless Two-Step and Waltz tunes at Tumbleweed Hill.