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Temple
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Temple city officials approved more than $600,000 to improve playgrounds in two city parks so that families get safe places to play — the work will start soon to offer better recreation for local children. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ Temple is set to host the Tanglefoot Music and BBQ Festival on Sept. 12–13—bringing live music, Texas BBQ, and thousands of visitors downtown while road closures and city facility shutdowns remain in effect through Sept. 15 to allow for cleanup and setup. KCEN-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Temple and Belton school districts say many students still lack the required health and counseling consent forms mandated by law. Parents need to submit these forms soon—without them, students may miss important school services. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ Temple ISD said Sampson-Howard Elementary, which opened in August 2024 as its first new campus since 1998 and serves as the area's only Fine Arts Academy, has earned four Stars of Distinction — design, value, wellness, and transformation — after being chosen for the TASA/TASB 2025-2026 Exhibit of School Architecture. The project built by Stantec and recognized as a Caudill Class project will be showcased at txEDCON 2025 in Houston on Sept. 12-13. KCEN-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new Texas law — Senate Bill 2929 — now lets officials eject unruly fans without warning or appeal, and Temple ISD Athletic Director Steve Prentiss said parents who misbehave at games risk penalties at other school events. School districts and police plan to enforce the rule at upcoming UIL games. KCEN-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Temple first responders have formed a peer support network to talk through job-related stress after state legislation passed measures to strengthen mental health support—officials say the program aims to help prevent burnout. Killeen Daily Herald
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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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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.
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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.
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