Good morning, Temple.

Temple non-profit Sleep in Heavenly Peace of Bell County has launched an opening event to raise funds for beds for local children — the effort will help ensure no kid sleeps on the floor.

Families attended Family Day at the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum (315 W.

Ave. B) on Saturday, where indoor camping activities provided a quieter event (a Halloween hangover led to lighter turnout).

Two local twin sisters in the military will host a free Pasta Dinner event for 200 Temple residents affected by ongoing hardships — the dinner will provide a warm meal and community support — with more details expected soon.

The Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum at 315 W.

Ave. B hosted Family Day with indoor camping activities Saturday. A Halloween hangover kept some families away—resulting in a quieter event for those who attended.

Temple High School's Career and Technical Education (CTE) program was recognized by Workforce Solutions of Central Texas Thursday at its Phoenix Awards luncheon, school officials said.

The honor highlighted the program's role in training students for local job opportunities.

Baylor Scott & White Health's Dr. Sarah Hovland said sleep troubles may start this weekend as daylight saving time ends, especially for students.

She advises families to adjust bedtimes gradually + keep a steady routine to ease the change.

The Monster Truck Nitro Tour energized fans at the Cadence Bank Center in Belton on Saturday as roaring trucks and daring stunts thrilled the crowd — marking a highly anticipated motorsport event.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kenny Orts and No Chance Live

8 PM – 12 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10.00 — Experience an evening of live music that celebrates a passion for country tunes.

Cake Pops, Pucks, and Cicles Class

3-6 p.m. — 603 Pumpkin Dr, Temple, TX — All supplies included — Have fun learning to make festive cake treats with various techniques.

TERRY HUGHES and The Debonairs

9 PM-1 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10 — Experience the nostalgia of the original dancehall band led by Terry Hughes.

December 2025 Live Sewing Machine Training

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Temple Sew & Quilt — $3,800 total for 5 days — Engage in hands-on training for all types of sewing machine repairs.