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Temple
Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Temple. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chisholm Trail Elementary School at Belton ISD is hosting a free holiday shopping event for families in need as school staff and volunteers will offer gifts during the holiday season. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ The Salvation Army seeks volunteer bell ringers to support red kettle fundraising in Bell County for local Christmas programs. Interested locals should contact their nearest Salvation Army office & sign up soon. Temple Daily Telegram
- ➤ The 33rd annual TriCounty Toy Run ran 66 miles on Sunday in Temple, with officials saying the event went smoothly despite bitter cold and wind. Killeen Daily Herald
- ➤ About 60 community members attended the Empty Bowls event Saturday evening at the Workforce and Visual Arts building to learn ceramics and support Feed My Sheep and Temple College charity (a local cause). Temple Daily Telegram
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Residents were evacuated from Garden Estates assisted living facility at 5320 Loop 205 on Saturday afternoon after a maintenance supply room fire, though no injuries were reported. Killeen Daily Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Temple Machine Shop was awarded the 2025 Local Employer of Excellence by Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, recognizing its commitment to both employees and the community. Temple Daily Telegram
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Customers of Salem-Elm Ridge Water Supply Corporation will face a 60% increase in base utility rates next year following board changes – the billing adjustments will take effect in the new rate structure. Temple Daily Telegram
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new photo gallery features the 2025-26 Bluebonnet District Bowling event with images that capture local teams and game action for the upcoming season. Local sports fans can view the gallery to see competitive highlights. Killeen Daily Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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McGregor Girls Varsity Basketball Game
2-3:15 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Admission details not provided — Witness a competitive non-conference matchup between local high school basketball teams.
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