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Hey Killeen, hope your week’s off to a good start! A new city logo, gps interference testing that could snarl flights, a sweetheart rallye and chili cook-off, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Brand refresh signals unity: Copperas Cove approved a new city logo in January, replacing Five Hills with a modern design showing double Cs, a Texas silhouette, and a star. The rollout will be phased — read the full story.
A city’s cultural heartbeat: Carolyn Brown, the E Center’s leader Killeen calls “The Godmother,” has spent decades shaping community life, hosting favorites like the Black Girl Magic Brunch and joyful Christmas celebrations — read the full story.
Facilities overhaul takes shape: Fort Hood has begun building a modernized motor pool in Killeen, replacing aging facilities with 10-ton overhead engine cranes and a 58,000-square-foot complex to support maintenance and administration — see features and goals.
Wider region faces overnight impacts: FAA GPS interference testing near Fort Hood began Feb. 2 and will resume Feb. 13-14, then nightly Feb. 15-22, could disrupt farming and may lead to flight delays in Killeen — see times and affected areas.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🫶 We got your back
Heart health in focus: Belton ISD is offering heart screenings today for all students in grades 6 through 12 at every secondary campus, in partnership with the Cody Stephens Foundation. The test costs $21. The foundation has screened over 180,000 students and flagged more than 4,000 serious risks. Get all the details.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
New hope for applicants: UMHB announced a free tuition program for qualifying first time freshmen and new transfer undergraduates. The new aid is designed to minimize financial barriers so more students can pursue a transformative Christ centered education. Announced January 29, it could ease the path for local families planning college. Read the full story.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Finally learn that song: If “learn piano” keeps rolling to next week, Fine Arts Academy Music School can kickstart it now with patient, personalized piano and guitar lessons in Killeen, plus online options. Teaching Central Texas for 20 years, they’ll help you build real momentum, hear progress fast, and actually enjoy practice.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Noodle night upgrade: Craving straightforward comfort? Pho 9 keeps it classic with clear-broth pho, rice noodles, fresh herbs, and your pick of beef, chicken, or shrimp. It’s the weeknight fix Killeen locals trust when the day runs long.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🛍 Galentine’s Pop Up Shop | Thursday (2/12) at 11:00 AM – Galentine’s pop-up at Smile Doctors Harker Heights means local vendors, complimentary mocktails, and snacks you won’t have to pretend to like. Shop any vendor to enter the raffle for a Valentine’s basket with teeth whitening, then leave with happier friends and brighter selfies.
🎨 Making Mosaics @ Killeen Creators | Thursday (2/12) at 1:00 PM – If you have been meaning to make something with your hands, try beginner to intermediate mosaics with glass and porcelain. You will cut, arrange, and grout without judgment, then leave with a satisfyingly solid piece, calmer shoulders, and a new respect for tile nippers.
🐣 Backyard Chicken Class – Hatching @ Phoenix Botanicals | Thursday (2/12) at 5:30 PM – Phoenix Botanicals in Copperas Cove is hatching a plan, literally, with a backyard chicken class on raising chicks. It’s ten bucks, register in the shop or email [email protected], and you’ll leave ready for peeps, fresh eggs, and smug breakfast bragging.
This weekend
🛍 Killeen Market @ Murdoch’s Parking Lot | Saturday (2/14) at 9:00 AM – Your beloved farmers market is getting a little spicy, thanks to Savage Wife setting up shop with bold, slightly inappropriate custom tees, hoodies, and hats. Come wander the stalls, grab island bites, matcha, and sourdough, then support a stack of small businesses, no algorithm required.
📚 NAACP Black History Month Quiz Bowl @ Douse Community Center | Saturday (2/14) at 10:00 AM – Got a mini trivia whiz at home? The NAACP Black History Month Quiz Bowl puts youth on the buzzer for questions spanning HBCUs, trailblazing inventors, and our own local legends. Sign them up, then come cheer, get schooled politely, and brag later.
🚗 Sweetheart Rallyes, Car Shows, and Chili Cook-Off @ Oakalla Community Center | Sunday (2/15) at 9:00 AM – Trade candy hearts for a Sweetheart rallye, a proper car show, and a chili cook-off, then cruise to Lampasas after the awards. Hit the Auto Company Museum, the 1850s Keystone Hotel, and the old Humble Oil Station. Romance, but with carburetors, cumin, and good company.
🍵 Tea 101: Around the World @ Salado Spice & Tea Merchants | Sunday (2/15) at 4:30 PM – Think you know your Earl Grey from your oolong? Rebecca at Salado Spice & Tea will take you on a sip-around-the-world, with stories, smart tips, and tastings that actually teach. It is $22, seating is cozy, and yes, you can leave your pinky down.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Killeen report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 76°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 5%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy. Low around 55, with temperatures rising to around 57 overnight. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 73°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 7%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. North wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. East southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
This house is wild
Custom 3-bed, 3-full, 2-half-bath home with flexible living areas and dining spaces anchored by fireplaces. The gourmet kitchen features GE Monogram appliances and commercial-grade fridge and freezer. Each bedroom has en-suite bath. Dual laundry rooms, a media room, and a game room with wet bar round out the plan. Large lot backs to a disc golf course and seasonal creek.
Take a peek inside →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we genuinely think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week:
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