Good morning, Temple.

Temple native Stephen Butler—a blind singer and U.S. Navy veteran—was named a finalist in the 2025 Texas Country Music Association Songwriter Contest, marking a new chapter in his musical journey.

The city of Temple is preparing for its first-ever Tanglefoot Festival—a two-day event where fans will enjoy barbecue and boot-stomping country music.

Organizers say the Texas-sized celebration will offer a memorable feast for locals.

Dancing Bee Winery celebrated its 14th anniversary at Walker Honey Farm yesterday with medieval sword fighting and a mead-making class — the celebration offered mead specials throughout the event.

Bell County is planning memorials, educational events, and a moment of silence—designed to honor the tragedy of Sept.

11, 2001—to teach younger generations about the resilience and unity that followed that day.

Temple Police Department has retired its old 1999 Winnebago and introduced a new, fully-equipped mobile command center costing $1.4 million—this upgrade will improve their ability to respond quickly to incidents.

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.

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.

Oktoberfest Art Experience

6 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — The Commonwealth Texas — $65 — Create customized Beer Steins or Wine Glasses while enjoying light bites and cocktails.

Clayton Stephenson Concert

7-9 p.m. — Cultural Activities Center — Ticket details unavailable — Experience the joy and expressive power of pianist Clayton Stephenson in a captivating performance.