Brazos County Sheriff's Office awards Civilian of the Year award

The Brazos County Sheriff's Office has recognized Erika Garcia as the 2026 Civilian of the Year.

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Killeen Police investigate death of 33-year-old man found in field

Police are investigating the death of a 33-year-old man found dead in a Killeen field.

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Registration opens for Temple’s Iron Lion fun run and polar plunge

Ready for a winter challenge? Temple’s Iron Lion returns Jan. 9 with a quarter-mile obstacle run, pool plunge and family games.

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Free flag football camp open to Central Texas children Nov. 21

A Central Texas flag football league needs coaches, referees and other volunteers. Previous coaching or athletic experience is not required.

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Community

A pair of red Crocs, an insulin pen and a mystery solved through DNA

Forensic genetic genealogy helped investigators identify Robert LaFaire, whose remains were found in a tree line in February 2023.

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Lake Belton, Copperas Cove playoff-bound after wild district tiebreaker eliminates Temple

The Broncos defeated Copperas Cove 52-37, winning the three-way points tiebreaker and securing the third playoff spot eliminating the Wildcats.

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Thursday Night Lights Game of the Week | Midway beats Harker Heights to outright claim the district title

Midway defeated Harker Heights 52-43 at Panther Stadium, earning its first win over the Knights since 2018 and securing the outright district championship.

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Thursday Night Lights Game of the Week | Harker Heights vs. Midway

The Harker Heights Knights and Midway Panthers faced off in a rare Thursday night Game of the Week, with the district title on the line.

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Community

Copperas Cove honors fallen firefighter with tree planting

On a bright spring morning in Copperas Cove, the air was filled with a sense of reverence and community spirit as residents gathered around Fire Station 2 to honor a hero whose sacrifice embodies the very heart of service. The gentle rustling of leaves and the soft hum of conversations created a...

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Waco infrastructure project closes University Parks Drive

Imagine cruising down the familiar stretch of University Parks Drive, feeling the breeze and knowing that this bustling artery connects families, students, and workers alike. Now, picture that same route temporarily closed, not by accident, but as part of a crucial effort to build a stronger, safer...

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Milam County plans emergency response drill

On a crisp Saturday morning, as the sun cast golden hues over the quiet town of College Station, local residents awoke to the sound of distant sirens and the hum of activity. For many, it was just another weekend, but for the dedicated men and women of Milam County, this day marked a vital step in...

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