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Troy rollover wreck victim honored at graduation ceremony
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - 40 students at Reclaim Academy, an online, self-paced program graduated Friday. Director of Innovation, Nicki Cornejo said the program is free of charge and falls under Trinity Charter Schools, which specialize in working with at risk youth. “We have several in-person campuses that are at what...
Temple ISD offering free meals for students over the summer
TEMPLE, Texas (KWTX) - Temple ISD is offering free breakfast and lunch for all students 18 and under this summer. Unfortunately, the district has a high population of free and reduced students, so the summer food service program aims to leave no child hungry during the break. On June 3,...
City of Temple gives update on excessive brush pickup
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) – The City of Temple says it is in the process of collecting brush and bulk. A company called CNJ is handling brush pickup, including vegetation, grass and branches. The city is handling bulk pickup, such as bagged trash, large metal and wood scraps. People...
Temple Police Department investigates multiple shootings
TEMPLE, Texas (KWTX) - The Temple Police Department is currently investigating a series of shootings that took place in the early morning hours of June 6. Temple PD says that at around 12:00 a.m. that day they were called to the 100 block of S 22nd St. for reports of shots fired.
Czech Lager-Focused Brewery Announces Closure
Tanglefoot Brewing out of Temple, Texas announced on social media that it will be closing down on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Andy Martinec opened the brewery in 2021 as a small speakeasy in the back of his family’s BBQ restaurant where he focused on a beer style he loves that is also rooted in his family’s history, Czech Lagers, “Czech beer culture is everything right about sharing a beverage with one another,” Martinec writes on his site, “It’s about the people, the conversation and the experience of enjoying the perfect pour int he perfect glass.”
Harker Heights PD looking to identify suspect in Sam's Club credit card abuse case
HARKER HEIGHTS, Texas — The Harker Heights Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect in a credit card abuse case. On May 10, Sam's Club store staff caught a photo of an individual wearing a light blue shirt, glasses, dark hair, and what appears to be a nametag walking out of the store. Police say the individual is connected to the incident.
Clean up from recent tornado in Temple causes some overflow at debris drop off sites
TEMPLE, Texas (KWTX) - From shingles to broken tree branches, Temple residents are removing what’s left from recent storms out of their yards. The city of Temple reports record breaking numbers in debris collection, which caused some drop off sites to overflow. Solid Waste Division Director, Justin Brantley said...
Robinson Family Farm hosting Community Tornado Clean up on June 16
TEMPLE, Texas — As the Temple community continues to recover and rebuild after strong storms and tornadoes tore through the city in May, one local spot is bringing members of that community together to help clean up. The Robinson Family Farm has announced it will hold a tornado clean...
A Bojangles is set to be opened in Lorena
LORENA, Texas — A new Bojangles location is set to be opened in Lorena. Announced in late February, the chain's plans to open its location haven't been given a definitive timeline, but Lorena City Manager Kevin Neal informed 6 News the location will be at the Roadster Travel Center, but those traveling through the area on I-35 may have noticed a sign that has already been put up.
Troy restaurant donates full profits to family of three children who died in crash
TROY, Texas — The tragic death of three children in Troy has rallied behind the family affected and is working to give back. Landon Kinsey, 17, Kiersten Kinsey, 18, and Bentley Swain, 5, died in a rollover car crash on the IH-35 service road at mile marker 312 May 27.
Beloved Central Texas custom lighting store closing after 60 years of service
LORENA, Texas (KWTX) - The Village Lamp Lighter, a lighting store in Lorena, is closing its doors after nearly 60 years of customizing lamps and light fixtures for homes, businesses and churches across the country. Bruce and Beverly Bowman, owners of The Village Lamp Lighter, have been doing what they...
MISSING | Killeen Police searching for missing 17-year-old
KILLEEN, Texas — The Killeen Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding a missing teen. Police say 17-year-old David Alejandro Viloria was last heard from by family on Sunday, June 2. They reported him missing on Monday, June 3. Police say he was last seen in...
Perfect Pet | Meet Daisy and Ferrari!
TEMPLE, Texas — This week's perfect pet is Daisy and Ferrari! Daisy, an approximately 4-year-old female German Shepherd mix is eagerly awaiting a forever home at the Fort Cavazos Animal Shelter. Daisy, a spayed and microchipped beauty, embodies the essence of the ideal companion. Demonstrating impeccable manners, she walks...
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