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Community volunteers clear trails and plant wildflower seeds at Miller Springs

Nov 7, 2024

By DANIEL MOCTEZUMA The Belton Journal A handful of volunteers gathered early on Saturday, October 26, at Miller Springs Nature Center in Belton to clear trails and plant wildflower seeds, supporting regular maintenance and adding seasonal blooms. The Belton Parks and...

Bell County Diversion Center hosts open house

Nov 7, 2024

Special to the Journal On Wednesday, October 30, Bell County and Central Counties Services (CCS) hosted an Open House event at the Bell County Diversion Center. The facility officially opens in November, but visitors to the event were able to tour the space and...

Central Texas Transportation Summit to be held in Copperas Cove

Oct 28, 2024

Special to the Journal The Central Texas Council of Governments (CTCOG) and Killeen-Temple Metropolitan Planning Organization (KTMPO) are holding the upcoming Central Texas Public Transportation Summit, on Wednesday, October 30, at the Copperas Cove...

Bell County offers tips during early voting ahead of November 5 election

Oct 28, 2024

Special to the Journal Early voting in the November 5 General Election began on Monday, October 21, at eight locations across Bell County. As voters prepare to make their way to the polls, the Bell County Elections Office offers the following dos and don’ts....

Temple Breakfast Lion’s Club hosting Hard Hats For Little Kids

Oct 28, 2024

By Michelle Rodriguez The Belton Journal Hard Hats for Little Kids is an upcoming bicycle helmet giveaway for children. The event will be at Nolanville Faith Outreach Clinic located at 101 North Main St. in Nolanville, on November 16 from 9 a.m. until noon, or while...

CASA continues to advocate for youth by adding new staff members

Oct 28, 2024

By Annie Dockery The Belton Journal Recently CASA of Bell and Coryell Counties added three new staff members. While two of the new personnel will be filling existing positions, an Advocate Supervisor position has been added offering another point of support for...