Adriana Alexander

2 weeks ago | kcentv.com | Adriana Alexander

WACO, Texas — A Waco art studio turned canvas into community impact on April 8 during a special fundraiser honoring the life and legacy of U.S. Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle. Painting with a Twist in Waco hosted the event in collaboration with the American Valor Foundation—a nonprofit founded by Kyle’s family. The event marks the 10th year of the studio’s partnership with the organization through its "Painting with a Purpose" initiative, which donates a portion of proceeds to local charities.

2 weeks ago | kcentv.com | Adriana Alexander

TEMPLE, Texas — Nearly two years after raising concerns about how the City of Temple is handling downtown redevelopment through eminent domain, local property owner Renetta DeGrate says nothing has changed. DeGrate, who owns multiple lots in downtown Temple—including a parcel the city wants to use for a proposed Bell County annex building—says she has yet to receive meaningful communication from city officials since her story first aired in 2023. “The status is exactly the same,” DeGrate said.

1 month ago | elifesciences.org | Adriana Alexander |Karina Rodríguez |Yu-Ying Chen |Ciro Maurizio Amato

eLife Assessment This important study reports single-nucleus multiomics-based profiling of transcriptome and chromatin accessibility of mouse XX and XY primordial germ cells (PGCs). The main conclusions of this study, which will be of interest to developmental and reproductive biologists, as well as andrologists, are supported by convincing data.

2 months ago | kcentv.com | Adriana Alexander

TEMPLE, Texas — TEMPLE, Texas – Dirty Dough, a fast-growing cookie franchise known for its stuffed cookies, has found a new home in Temple, thanks to local co-owners John and Ashley Wilson. The Wilsons, who have lived in Temple for a decade, opened the location in August 2024, citing the city's growth and welcoming community as key reasons for bringing the brand to the area. “The people here made Temple a great choice,” John Wilson said.

2 months ago | kcentv.com | Adriana Alexander

TEXAS, USA — The United Way of Central Texas is raising awareness about the 211 resource hotline, a vital service that connects residents with critical assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In honor of National 211 Day, United Way’s Director of Engagement, Monica Silcott, emphasized the importance of the service, which provides access to food, housing assistance, mental health support and more. “211 is more than just a call center—it’s a lifeline for those in crisis,” Silcott said.