Good Day
Temple
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hailey Czerwinski (an Academy ISD student) spent over 200 hours sewing therapy dog vests and refused any payment for her work. Her project shows her strong commitment to helping therapy animals using her sewing skills. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Several high school bands in Central Texas earned straight 1s in the UIL Region 8 Marching Contest and will move on to the Area competition — Belton High’s March 100, Hillsboro Eagle Band, Temple Wildcat Band, and A&M Consolidated High School Band and Guard all advanced — with the Temple Wildcat Band set to compete in Round Rock on Oct. 25. KXXV
- ➤ The Central Texas Area Alliance of Black School Educators will host its 2025 Parent Conference on Saturday at the Killeen Arts and Activities Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—parents can meet with educators at this event. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Bell County voters began early voting on a $161.8 million bond package for Belton ISD to fund safety updates, repairs to aging facilities, athletic stadium improvements, technology upgrades and swim center renovations. If all four propositions pass, most homeowners will face a one-quarter-cent tax increase — residents 65 and older pay no extra tax — as voters help shape the district's future. KCEN-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters from across Bell County sharpened their skills in a hands-on 'All Saws' training course hosted by Temple Fire & Rescue — organized by Bell County officials. The exercise improved tool techniques for emergency rescues. Killeen Daily Herald
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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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VPA Boys JV Basketball vs. Bartlett
6-8:30 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Cheer on the Central Texas Christian varsity basketball team as they face Bartlett in a thrilling home game.
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