Good morning, Temple.

Local restaurant owners in Central Texas say rising food and labor costs are straining their businesses.

A new report shows 88% face higher food prices and 66% face increased labor expenses—owners are changing hours and menus to cope.

The Temple High School BBQ team won a local contest and qualified for state competition.

They will prepare to join the state event soon (exact details pending).

Temple College and Texas A&M University-Central Texas held a joint press conference Tuesday to announce a partnership that will expand university-level opportunities for local students — making four-year degrees more accessible and affordable.

Bell County Public Health Department Chief Epidemiologist Costa Claver said whooping cough cases have risen statewide and in Bell County—residents are urged to watch for symptoms and seek early treatment.

A new ranking list for Harris high school football shows many teams winning in tough games.

Duncanville beat Temple 35–14 while S’Lake Carroll and others remained unbeaten—scores from several divisions highlight strong team records.

The Burton Lady Panthers extended their undefeated season with a 62-46 win at Sealy on Tuesday as Harper Hodde led with 19 points and several teammates added key scores.

They will enter the Caldwell Lady Hornet Basketball Tournament on Thursday to continue their win streak.

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.

Photos with Santa at Texell

9 a.m.–12 p.m. — Texell Credit Union — Free entry — Capture the holiday spirit with a photo opportunity with Santa for your child.