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Temple
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Temple Police Department announced the passing of retired K9 Levi today—he served with Officer Bill Burch for eight years and was known for his drive and dedication to keeping our community safe. Officer Burch said his time with Levi was a highlight of his life. KXXV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash downed a powerline in south Temple — a water main break prompted a boil water notice for some East Bell customers. Killeen Daily Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cody Villarreal, a fugitive wanted for a domestic violence shooting near Buckholts, was captured through a multi-agency operation led by the Milam County Sheriff's Office—authorities said community tips helped guide the effort—and he now faces charges for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon-family violence. KXXV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today Temple PD unveiled a new $1.4 million mobile command center—equipped with cameras, workstations, and its own power and internet—to aid in disaster response, crime scenes, and community events. The truck, which can be operational in 10 minutes, replaces a 1999 unit to help keep the city safe. KCEN-TV
- ➤ The Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 12 that gives parents more control over their children’s education, health, and moral training — Temple ISD is collecting consent forms from parents for campus-based health and counseling services. KXXV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dallas Cowboys will host the Philadelphia Eagles today — both teams showcasing strong Texas talent from local colleges. KCEN-TV
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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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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.
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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.
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Terry Hughes and The Debonairs Live Concert
9:00 pm – 1:00 am — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — Enjoy classic dancehall tunes from the original band fronted by Terry Hughes.
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