WINTER ‘PIE’ NEEDS FRITOS
The No. 1 sign that it’s cold in Texas? The Frito shelf is bare at H-E-B. I’m sorry, Amanda Sheppard, but it’s happening again.
CENTRAL PLAZA EYES MAY 2023 OPENING
The 19-unit Central Plaza apartment community located in a historic Downtown Temple building could have tenants as early as May, one of the building owners said today.
Dinner and a Dance
Mo’s Railyard Saloon has expanded and added a Saturday Night Fever-style dance floor and a huge 5×12-foot LED television. But, the biggest change is the addition of a new cafe adjacent to the bar. The Grill at Mo’s features daily Blue Plate specials and traditional bar food.
A WIN-WIN SITUATION
Holiday Inn Temple-Belton introduces plan to pay employees up to 40 hours per year to volunteer at local charitable organizations, putting more money in worker pockets and giving nonprofits a boost.
INFLATION IMPACTS BEEF PRICES
Though retail beef prices are lower than a year ago, prices remain historically higher as inflationary challenges affect the overall US economy and projected fewer cows heading into 2023, according to an AgriLife Extension Service livestock economist.
TIGHT CROP MARGINS IN 2023
Farmers can expect a challenging marketing environment for agricultural crops grown in 2023 as the global economy faces recessionary challenges, according to an AgriLife Extension Service grains marketing economist.
A HOUSING CRISIS
Rental rates have climbed at an alarming rate, forcing low-income residents in Temple and other cities out of their homes. The rate hikes have been fueled by inflation, higher property taxes and in some cases, groups of investors looking for hefty profits.
Celebrating 125 years in Temple
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center is celebrating its 125th anniversary of providing healthcare in Temple. What started with a handshake and clinical partnership has evolved into a nationally recognized hospital and a large academic medical-care program at Baylor Scott & White Health.
HOOFBEATS FOR HEROES
Tiffany Zeitouni uses horse therapy to help soldiers combat PTSD, stress, depression and other mental ailments. But her customers aren’t the only ones who have battled adversity. The horses used in Tiffany’s Hoofbeats for Heroes programs are donated, and most have overcome physical and mental challenges themselves.
ELEVATING BRUNCH & CRAFT COCKTAILS
Callie Ring is remodeling the former Mexiko Cafe on South 1st Street into Melody’s, a high-end brunch and craft cocktail establishment that is expected to open in mid February. Melody’s will include an indoor stage, unique brunch dishes and a sidewalk mimosa bar during special occasions.