Good morning, Temple.

The Salvation Army is asking locals to volunteer for its Red Kettle donation drive and to donate to its Angel Tree program this holiday season—efforts aimed at helping families in need.

United Way of Central Texas will host the 15th Annual Chrome & Carols Festival of Trees on Dec.

2nd at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Conference Center to support its programs—this event will include festive displays and activities designed to bring local families together during the holiday season.

The Salvation Army is calling for Temple residents to volunteer for its annual Red Kettle drive and donate gifts for the Angel Tree program—efforts designed to support local families during the upcoming holiday season.

Rossler’s Blue Cord BBQ, a family-run food truck in Harker Heights near Smile Doctors Orthodontics, earned a Texas Monthly Top 50 honor for its smoked meats and inventive sides—while donating leftovers to local organizations.

The truck serves on Wednesdays from 11-2 p.m. and Thursdays from 11-4 p.m. and will be present at festivals across Texas.

Craftwork was the focus of the Westphalia Altar Society craft show held on Sunday at Westphalia Parish Hall—visitors saw many displays of handmade work.

KISD earned Career and Technical Education District of Distinction honors for the second year in a row from state officials, and the award (recognizing improved training) reflects the district’s commitment (to quality career education).

Gov. Greg Abbott inducted Christine A.

Nix into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame on November 6 — the honor recognizes her historic role as the first African American woman promoted into the Texas Rangers Division and her lifelong dedication to public service that began with the Temple Police Department.

Three area hospitals earned an A safety grade from The Leapfrog Group—an independent watchdog—that released its fall report Thursday, showing strong safety measures at each facility.

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.

65th Annual Salado Christmas Stroll

7 p.m. – 5:59 p.m. — Christmas Stroll — Free entry — Experience twinkling lights, holiday shopping, and festive performances in Historic Salado, TX.

Silent Advent Retreat

Dec 5, 3 PM – Dec 7, 3 PM — Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center — Registration required — Experience a time of reflection and silence to encounter God through talks and Eucharistic adoration.

Wafer Paper Techniques

3-7 p.m. — 603 Pumpkin Dr, Temple, TX — Ticket required — Craft beautiful wafer paper blossoms and enhance your skills in this hands-on class.

Education & Networking with Cen-Tex Real Estate Investors

6-9 p.m. — MasFajitas Mexican Restaurant — Free entry — Connect with fellow real estate enthusiasts in a collaborative learning environment.

Rink on the Rails 2025-26

11:00 AM – 8:30 PM — MLK Festival Grounds — Check event page for pricing — Skate under festive lights and enjoy the holiday spirit in Temple.