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Here’s the latest for Sunday, July 21st: Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race; Biden endorses VP Harris; Reaction from all over to Biden's decision; Pope calls for Olympic truce for countries at war. High-speed boat race turns fatal at 'Duel on the Brazos' in Waco. One person was...
Hewitt joins Waco in mandating outdoor watering schedule to protect water supply
Hewitt officials have begun prohibiting landscape irrigation between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. to safeguard against drought, and will limit users to three days per week when the Hewitt buys city of Waco water. The new restrictions are part of an updated water conservation plan the Hewitt City Council adopted...
Temple firefighters battle large brush fire near landfill
TEMPLE, Texas — Temple Fire and Rescue responded to a significant brush fire near Landfill Road on Saturday afternoon. The fire, reported at 2:37 p.m., was located behind the Solid Waste Facility, where crews found heavy smoke and flames emanating from a large brush pile composed of debris from recent storms. Firefighters, along with work crews and equipment operators, are working to build a fire line to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to the main pile, according to Temple Fire and Rescue.
Waco-area news briefs: Fabled to host popular Harry Potter birthday celebration
Fabled Bookshop & Cafe, 215 S. Fourth St., will host its popular Harry Potter birthday celebration from 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 28, with three sessions:. The Elder Wand — Doors will open at 1 p.m. for check in with a magic show at 1:45 and a costume contest at 2:15.
Spirit of Nolanville award given to local activist
NOLANVILLE — The city of Nolanville gave the Spirit of Nolanville award to local resident Amber Gill for her support of domestic violence awareness within the local community. Councilwoman Karishma Talbott recommend Gill to the council for the award. Around the Web. How To: Move Your Ira/401k out of...
Learning to conquer chaos: Temple Fire & Rescue helps emergency responders prepare for ‘mass casualties’
When the call comes in to 911 that there is an active threat, the ensuing chaos can be as deadly as the shooter’s aim. A mix of public agencies — those that stop threats and those that save lives — rush to the scene.
Northbound I-35 blocked by wreck
Temple Police are assisting with an accident in which an 18-wheeler is blocking Interstate 35 northbound near exit 303. No injuries have been reported. How To: Move Your Ira/401k out of Stocks- Tax Free. American Hartford Gold. Lose About 15% of Your Weight With Semaglutide Medicine. BmiDoctors.com. Plastic Surgeon Tells:...
Back-to-school prayer planning session today
The C.A.R.E. Leadership Network of Bell County will hold a planning session for its annual back to school prayer service at noon on Wednesday, July 24, at the Hope for the Hungry Center in Belton. This year will mark the 24th year of officials from Temple, Belton and Killeen joining...
Tip-A-Cop fundraiser Thursday at Texas Roadhouse benefits Special Olympics
The Temple Police Department and Texas Roadhouse are teaming up on Thursday for a good cause and hope restaurant patrons will help them raise $5,000. Texas Roadhouse will host the 16th annual Tip-A-Cop fundraiser for Special Olympics Texas. Temple is one of 67 cities across the state to participate in the event.
Temple adds reinforcements by renting more trucks for garbage collection
The city of Temple is hiring reinforcements to help get trash and recycling collections back to normal after the May 22 severe storm forced the city to divert resources for cleanup. Temple’s Solid Waste Division will add seven rental trucks with a combined cost of $180,695.50.
Belton residents face higher utility rates
Belton residents can expect to pay higher utility rates next year after an “aggressive budget” impacts city coffers. It is a likelihood that will largely be in response to revenues for the water and sewer fund being approximately $679,000 under budget for fiscal year 2024.
Spherion partners with Carter BloodCare for blood drive to support community
Spherion Staffing and Recruiting in Temple is teaming up with Carter BloodCare to host a community blood drive to help local hospitals meet increased demand for blood donations this summer. The blood drive is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at the Spherion Temple office, located at 2309 Birdcreek Terrace.
City of Waco budget proposes increase to monthly utility bill
MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas — Waco homeowners could see an increase in their monthly utility bill — the increase would come out to an additional $7.38 a month. The increase in monthly fee's would go towards replacing the City of Waco's "aging" and "decaying" infrastructure. From 2023 to 2024...
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