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Crime

One detained after making threat against Midway High School online

Education

Plan to allow Bible material in Texas elementary school lessons narrowly passes preliminary vote

The vote moves the board one step closer to signing off on what is known as the “Bluebonnet” textbook, which drew hours of often emotional testimony.
Education

Waco ISD opens center to help young parents

The Head Start Center will reportedly offer free childcare and developmental services to children of Waco ISD students.
Texas News

State Board of Education signals support for Bible-infused curriculum

Critics say the curriculum overemphasizes Christianity. The board is expected to officially vote on whether to approve the materials later this week.
Education

China Spring ISD awarded $1 million federal grant to improve security

The $1 million grant will fund violence prevention, crisis response training, firearm safety education and improved data collection and technology.
Education

China Spring ISD awarded $1 million federal grant to improve security

The $1 million grant will fund violence prevention, crisis response training, firearm safety education and improved data collection and technology.
People

Temple High School senior places 1st in FBLA competition

Jamarri Thrasher competed in a virtual business management competition through the Future Business Leaders of America, winning the top spot in the state.
Local News

Texas State Board of Education will finally be voting on public school curriculum with biblical references

More than 150 people signed up to testify in front of the Texas State Board of Education about the new proposed curriculum.
Community

Belton ISD students gain workforce experience through new partnership with Summer Moon in Temple

Every Monday and Wednesday, Belton ISD students assist behind the scenes at Summer Moon Coffee in Temple as part of the district's Work-Based Learning Program.
Education

'He’s traumatized' | Maryland parents speak out after 7-year-old was 'hanged' in an elementary school bathroom

The district says the students were "horseplaying", meanwhile the parents say the 7-year-old is still recovering after being released from the hospital.
Local News

Students react to Gov. Greg Abbott ordering Texas colleges to freeze tuition again

Some students say if the state finds more opportunities for Texans to earn a degree, it will open doors for anyone who wants to earn one.
Texas News

A continued tuition freeze for Texas colleges? Gov. Abbott is trying to make it happen.

Abbott said he spoke to all of the university system Boards of Regents, whose members agree with his position.