Trail of Lights

Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area Belton

The annual Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area’s “Nature in Lights” 5.5-mile-long holiday light trail is open every day from 5:30 to 11 p.m., including Christmas Eve and Christmas, until Jan. 7. The cost for one car, minivan or pickup is $15, which is an increase in price from years past. Fifteen-passenger vans, limos or RVs […]

St. Joseph Catholic Church 49th Annual Christmas Bazaar

St. Joseph Catholic Church

St. Joseph Catholic Church Altar and Rosary Society is hosting the 49th annual Christmas Bazaar from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 and from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday, Dec. 17. A Christmas cafe, pictures with Santa and vendors selling crafts and other items will be featured. Share photos and tweets with us using […]

St. Joseph Catholic Church 49th Annual Christmas Bazaar

St. Joseph Catholic Church

St. Joseph Catholic Church Altar and Rosary Society is hosting the 49th annual Christmas Bazaar from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 and from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday, Dec. 17. A Christmas cafe, pictures with Santa and vendors selling crafts and other items will be featured. Share photos and tweets with us using […]

Toys for Troops

Operation Phantom Support will be hosting its fourth annual toy giveaway, “Toys for Troops,” at 9 a.m. at 315 E. Ave C in Killeen. Operation Phantom Support distributes toys to the families of active duty or honorably discharged veterans in Central Texas that have been registered beforehand to receive gifts. 800 children will be receiving toys, games, and […]

South by Southwest Conference and Festival

Downtown Austin

The annual South By Southwest Conference and Festival in Austin will be going on now through March 18. South by Southwest (SXSW) is one of the largest creative gatherings in the world, featuring music and film festivals, conferences on a wide range of topics and exhibitions. Four Killeen area artists will be performing at South […]

The Central Texas Home Builders Association’s 53rd Annual Parade of Homes

Central Texas Home Builders Association 445 E. Central Texas Expressway, Harker Heights, TX, United States

The Central Texas Home Builders Association will host the 53rd Annual Parade of Homes April 28 and 29, and May 5 and 6, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The admission is free and there will be 19 homes this year to visit. The magazine will be available on April 25 at CTHBA. […]

Election 2018 Polling Times and Places Update

Early voting for the local 2018 elections ends May 1, 2018, but the details of where and when to vote have changed. Here is an updated list for tomorrow's final day of early voting, as well as election day voting: (Remember to bring a photo ID and to visit kdhnews.com/centerforpolitics for more information including interviews […]

The 89th Texas State LULAC Convention

The 89th Texas State LULAC Convention will be May 31 through June 3 at El Tropicano Hotel, 110 Lexington Ave, San Antonio. The convention will feature Texas LULAC delegates/members addressing critical issues that impact and affect the Hispanic community. There will also be vendors, workshops and more, including a workshop on the Texas Redistricting Lawsuit, […]

20th Annual Hot Summer Sounds Concert Series

Miller Park 1919 North 1st Street, Temple

Scott & White Heath Plan will present the 20th Annual Hot Summer Sounds free summer concert series with the warm sounds of live music filling the air at Miller Park June 1 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Hot Summer Sounds provides a unique variety of musical styles that will satisfy music lovers of all persuasions. […]

Jeep Show and Shine 2018

Fauntleroy Park 609 S. Seventh St., Gatesville, TX, United States

Gatesville Shivaree will host its Jeep Show and Shine 2018 June 2 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Fauntleroy Park, 609 S. Seventh St., Gatesville. Awards will be presented at 4 p.m. for People's Choice, Most Customized, and Most Used and Abused. All classes are welcome. There is a $25 entry fee. To purchase tickets, […]

Flying Vikings 10th Annual Flight

Central Texas College Hangar 1315 Stonetree Dr., Killeen, TX - Texas

The Flying Vikings will hold their 10th Annual Flight June 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Central Texas College Hangar, Skylark Field, 1315 Stonetree Dr., Killeen. Children diagnosed with chronic illness or physical disability will be able to enjoy free airplane rides. Limited flight space is available. Reserve space today by calling […]

4th Annual Battle of the Food Trucks

Killeen Community Center 2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd, Killeen, TX, United States

The Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce of Central Texas will host the 4th Annual Battle of the Food Trucks June 2 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Killeen Community Center. There will be live music, a car show, a lip sync contest, vendors, and, of course, food trucks. Admission is free to the […]

Women in the Outdoors, Bell County

Women in the Outdoors Bell County will host a workshop from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. June 9 at Hillard Ranch. near Davilla (a map will be sent to participants closer to the day of the event.) Registration is $75. This fun, action packed day is an opportunity for women age 14 and older to […]

23rd Annual Gatesville 100K Fireant Tour

Gatesville Civic Center 301 Veteran's Memorial Dr, Gatesville, TX, United States

The Gatesville Exchange Club will host the 23rd Annual 100K  Fireant Tour Jun 9 at 8 a.m. at the Gatesville Civic Center, 301 Veteran's Memorial Dr., Gatesville. Ride packet pickup and onsite registration will be from 6:30 to 8 a.m. The ride starts at 8 a.m. Routes are approximately 10, 32, 50 miles and 100 K (approx. […]

5K Run/Walk for the Homeless

Killeen Community Center 2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd, Killeen, TX, United States

The Refuge Corporation will host its 2nd annual 5K Run/Walk for the Homeless at the Killeen Athletic Complex's Andy K. Wells Hike & Bike Trail from 8 a.m. to noon June 9. The Refuge Corporation works diligently to make positive changes towards meeting the needs of the community by providing emergency shelter, transitional homes and […]

2nd Annual Mother Son Dance

Copperas Cove Civic Center 1206 W. Avenue B, Copperas Cove, TX, United States

Copperas Cove Parks and Recreation will host the 2nd Annual Mother Son Dance June 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Copperas Cove Civic Center. Tickets are currently on sale at the Copperas Cove Parks and Recreation office located inside the Civic Center. (Tickets will be available for purchase at the door). All ages […]

Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce 24th Annual Golf Tournament

Stonetree Golf Club 1600 Stonetree Drive, Killeen, TX, United States

The Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce will host its 24th annual Golf Tournament June 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m at Stonetree Golf Club, 1600 Stonetree Dr., Killeen. The tournament is open to the public and business community. Contact 254-699-4999 or jean@hhchamber.com for more information.  

Hot Summer Sounds – Albert Perez Jr & Tejano Crossroads Band

Miller Park 1919 North 1st Street, Temple

It’s one of Temple’s best summer traditions—Scott & White Heath Plan presents the 20th Annual Hot Summer Sounds Free summer concert series with the warm sounds of live music filling the air at Miller Park. Hot Summer Sounds provides a unique variety of musical styles that will satisfy music lovers of all persuasions. Show starts […]

Student 2 Student Fun and Food Summer Fest

Belton High School's Student 2 Student program will host a Fun and Food Summer Fest from noon to 6 p.m. June 30 at Belton High School, 600 Lake Rd, Belton. This event will be geared towards fun for the whole family, featuring food trucks like Kona Ice and Lowe's Legs; vendors such as Lula Roe […]