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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Deputy Chief Jeff Clark retires after 31 years of service with the Temple Police Department, recognized for his leadership and positive impact on the community.  KCEN-TV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two individuals lost their lives early Saturday in Temple, Texas, due to a high-speed single-vehicle crash into a cement barricade.  KCEN-TV
  • Two women were hospitalized with one in stable condition and the other with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle in Southeast Temple.  Killeen Daily Herald

CRIME NEWS

  • Vape EXcapes, a vape shop in Temple, Texas, was hit by a series of break-ins throughout November, suffering significant financial losses, but remains committed to staying open.  KCEN-TV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Temple High School's Wildcat Workforce and Travis Science Academy's Lunar Mustangs from Temple ISD have qualified for the BEST Robotics State Competition.  KCEN-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Bell County leaders gathered to honor State Rep. Hugh Shine for his service, following his defeat in the Republican primary.  Killeen Daily Herald
  • Temple City Council unanimously approved a $114,573.15 change order for the Downtown City Center Project, aiming for completion in March.  Killeen Daily Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Pirate Themed Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Marathon

    This US Road Running Club event features multiple race distances and encourages participants to wear costumes while providing themed medals for finishers.

    Fri, 12/6/24

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  • Pirate 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

    A community running event featuring a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon at James Wilson Park, offering participation for all regardless of club membership.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • American Heart BLS Renewal Course

    This classroom-based BLS renewal course for adults provides a 2-year eCard issued the same day after completion.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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  • 3-Day Advent Centering Prayer Retreat

    This in-person retreat focuses on Centering Prayer and is organized by The Church of Conscious Harmony at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in Belton, Texas.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Santa Paws Photo Event at the Depot

    Attend Santa Paws at the Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum to capture a festive photo with Santa alongside pet-friendly activities and a Winter Market.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Holiday Sugar Art Class with Isomalt Techniques

    Participants will learn various isomalt techniques to create holiday-themed edible art pieces in this hands-on class for adults.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • Heart of Jesus Winter Retreat for Young Men

    This retreat offers young men aged 18-49 the opportunity to discern a vocation to the priesthood through personal interactions with priests, Mass, and prayer.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Viking Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon

    This running event at Crossroads Recreational Complex features multiple race distances, including a themed costume contest and finisher medals for participants.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • Viking Series: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon

    The Viking running event offers various distance options at Crossroads Recreational Complex and includes a charitable component supporting Team Red, White & Blue.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • New Year's Eve Celebration Featuring Craig Howell and Somewhere in Texas

    The annual New Year’s Eve Party at Bo's Barn Dancehall includes live music, party favors, and a festive champagne toast.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.

~ Carl Sagan

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