Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
Good morning, Temple.
🏘️ Community
The City of Temple has partnered with The Salvation Army to offer an overnight warming shelter during severe winter weather.
Residents needing assistance should check local announcements for operating hours when temperatures drop near freezing.
🎓 Education
Vintage Christian Academy hosts an informational meeting on Thursday, Dec.
18 at 6 p.m. in Harker Heights to explain the new Texas Education Freedom Account voucher program; families will learn about funding details & eligibility tiers for private education.
Texas A&M University–Central Texas hosted Branch Reveal Night last Thursday for the ROTC commissioning class of 2026, where 18 seniors learned their branch assignments.
Temple High School FFA teams placed in the top 10 at an area competition today, marking the chapter's most successful result in over a decade (they narrowly missed state qualification).
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor held its fall commencement ceremony on Friday, honoring its 169th graduating class (over 400 students) with multiple awards on the Belton campus.
Graduates and families celebrated the milestone on campus.
Two dozen Temple High School Theatre Arts students qualified for a national competition after earning top ratings at a state contest.
They will compete later to showcase their skills (local talent bolstered by community support).
🎉 Temple Events
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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.
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.
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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