By Tomie Lunsford
February 7, 2010

A boy's not a Scout for the awards or weekly meetings. "We're in it for the adventure," said 18-year-old Bryan Walker of Belton Troop No. 153. "There's camping, hiking, shooting - everything."

 

Ease on Down to VLAMost people remember the 1939 "Wizard of Oz" story where Dorothy frolics down the yellow brick road in search of a way home. But this time, it's more than a dream.

Duo mixes styles, talents for intimate concertHere comes another band out of the Austin music scene - but these musicians have been there, done that.

Go gown crazy at Day for WomenBeauty doesn't have to be pain.

Church Women set Silver Tea fundraiserThe Church Women of the Temple Area will have its annual Silver Tea 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald L. Munden, 2005 River Run Road in Belton.

Conference is a call for women of faith to prayThe women of Bell County are invited to a prayer conference Feb. 26-27 at the Temple College Pavilion.

Star Party looks at multiple star systemsThe Central Texas Astronomical Society's monthly Bell County Star Party is at 6:15 p.m. Saturday at Overlook Park north of Stillhouse Hollow Lake. Admission is free.

Last year's laughsIt's time for a roast, and this year's victims include everything from the infamous Octomom to those pesky bats that took over our Wildcat Stadium.

UMHB Students hit the small screenKira Burns searched colleges and universities across Central Texas to find the right extras to play Temple Grandin's classmates in the new movie about the autistic woman and advocate.

Dads and daughters delighted to danceRachel Shed searches her closet for the perfect outfit to impress her date.

Local students perform with acclaimed orchestraFor one night, a group of local string students will get to be a part of an internationally prominent orchestra.

Writers join for Tablerock's annual readingWhen Salado poet Patsy Sanford gets up to read her work for the Tablerock audience, she has a room full of support.

Cancer's no match for laughter, loveShe was 39 when the doctor told her she had breast cancer.

Teachers go retro for anniversaryStyle's not static. The statement is as true for the classroom as it is for the runway.

Imagination on BHS stageDr. Seuss' beloved characters will come alive on stage this weekend for "Seussical the Musical," opening at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Belton High School Performing Arts Center.

Auctions to be highlight of BallFinal preparations are underway to transform the Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center into Mardi Gras Magic for the night of Feb. 13.

Ease on Down to VLAMost people remember the 1939 "Wizard of Oz" story where Dorothy frolics down the yellow brick road in search of a way home. But this time, it's more than a dream.

Duo mixes styles, talents for intimate concertHere comes another band out of the Austin music scene - but these musicians have been there, done that.

Star Party looks at multiple star systemsThe Central Texas Astronomical Society's monthly Bell County Star Party is at 6:15 p.m. Saturday at Overlook Park north of Stillhouse Hollow Lake. Admission is free.

Conference is a call for women of faith to prayThe women of Bell County are invited to a prayer conference Feb. 26-27 at the Temple College Pavilion.

Episcopalians plan gathering in KilleenKILLEEN - Members of St. Christopher's Episcopal Church are planning a gathering for more than 1,000 of their closest friends here, and it has taken logistical skills with military precision to make it happen.

La la la menopauseNight sweats, mood swings and headaches.