Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Killeen City Council approved rezoning Featherline Road for more homes, addressing safety with planned construction to begin in 2027, despite opposition from some residents. KXXV
- ➤ AdventHealth Central Texas is set to host its annual Christmas on Clear Creek event on December 12, featuring activities including a Christmas tree lighting. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ Temple VFW Post No. 1820 honored a high school senior, an eighth grader, and a history teacher for their patriotic contributions and essays. Killeen Daily Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ CHEP USA's $12.5 million investment in Temple will establish a sustainable logistics facility, creating 45 full-time jobs and advancing the city's industrial and environmental goals. KXXV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Temple College and the Academy Independent School District were awarded grants by the Texas Workforce Commission to support career training programs for students. Killeen Daily Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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