Good morning, Temple.

Temple residents will celebrate New Year's today with community meals, weighty resolutions, & volunteer activities that honor global traditions and spark local unity.

Central Texas College celebrated the graduation of 26 Charlie Class police academy cadets at its Anderson Campus Center.

The new officers are now prepared to serve local communities.

Temple ISD students shared their academic and personal resolutions for 2026 as they set both school-related and personal goals ahead of the new year.

Temple and Belton officials urge safe New Year’s Eve driving as the Texas Department of Public Transportation warns that impaired driving has left empty tables during family celebrations (a reminder to plan ahead and avoid drinking and driving).

Temple city officials said that residents who received letters about their water service lines should not worry (inspections continue) even though toxic metal has not yet been fully removed from plumbing systems.

Medal Madness Race Series

8 a.m. — Crossroads Recreational Complex — Registration required — Participate in themed races and earn finisher medals in a fun community atmosphere.

TCA Boys Varsity Basketball vs. HTCHS

6-7:15 p.m. — Holy Trinity Catholic High School — Free entry — Watch the Holy Trinity Catholic varsity team take on Texas Christian Academy in an exciting non-conference basketball game.

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

8 a.m. — Crossroads Recreational Complex — Registration required — Participate in the running event featuring medals and t-shirts at the scenic Crossroads Recreational Complex.

Agent Reset: 2026 Real Estate Roundtable

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — William Hoyt Bagel & Brew — Free entry — A casual roundtable for real estate agents to reflect on past wins and strategize for a successful year ahead.