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Temple
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at the 4-Hundred Apartments (400 Fryers Creek Drive) across from Temple College Tuesday night and forced residents to evacuate with some being displaced. Temple Daily Telegram
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Temple library is hosting a free seminar on uncovering family trees (for those seeking personal connection) this week at its downtown location. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ At the Temple Independent School District Board meeting—where school principals greeted board members with warm hugs—the board honored these leaders and approved changes to courses and reimbursement plans. The decisions will support improvements in the schools. Temple Daily Telegram
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bell County officials have extended the burn ban for outdoor fires—aiming to reduce wildfire risks amid ongoing dry conditions. Killeen Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Temple will continue its monthly Dumpster Drop program downtown with a large container and a tire-disposal trailer to reduce illegal dumping. A different neighborhood will host the program each month to address trash problems. Killeen Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Temple residents were alarmed when a boil water notice was issued after a positive E. coli test and some said they never received the alert. The notice was rescinded on October 16 and local officials now plan to improve direct communication—residents hope for email or text updates in the future. KXXV
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Healing Hearts: A Day Retreat for Reflection and Renewal
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center — Cost information not specified — Engage in a day of gentle reflection and personal renewal led by author Gabby Ring.
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Faith Academy Girls JV Volleyball Match
6-7 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Catch the exciting JV volleyball matchup as Faith Academy takes on CTCHS at home.
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2nd Annual Big Dill Pickleball Tournament
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Wildflower Country Club — Registration includes breakfast taco and beverage — Smash, dink, and pickle your way through an exciting tournament for all skill levels.
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Marcus Lindsey Live Performance
9 PM - 1 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — Experience the soulful sounds of Texas country music with Marcus Lindsey.
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Light The Night Family Celebration
6-9 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Enjoy trunk-or-treat, carnival games, and festive family fun.
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Forest Church - Samhain Celebration
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Miller Springs Nature Center — Free entry — Celebrate the Gaelic festival of Samhain with a meaningful gathering in nature.
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Ribs & Rods Car Show & BBQ Cook Off 2025
Fri-Sat, Nov 7-8 — Reuben D. Talasek Bend of the River — Register for car and cooking competitions — Experience classic cars, live music, and BBQ while supporting a great local charity.
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Asleep At the Wheel Concert
7:30 p.m. — Cultural Activities Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy-winning country band Asleep At the Wheel live in Temple.
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SCOOTER DUBEC and Sterling Country
8 PM - 12 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — Experience an evening of traditional country music from local talent in a lively dancehall setting.
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DaVision 1 Basketball Decision-Making Clinic
9 AM – 12 PM — Clarence Martin Gym — Bring your own ball — Training designed to improve decision-making skills under pressure for high school basketball players.
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