Posted on: May 28, 2023
Event was previously going to be held at the Veterans Cemetery
(KILLEEN, Texas) - The Area Veterans Advisory Committee has changed the location of their annual Memorial Day ceremony to the Killeen Civic and Conference Center (3601 South WS Young Drive) due to weather. They will sponsor the Killeen Memorial Day Ceremo...
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
Closure is for installation of sewer services
KILLEEN, Texas (May 26, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Engineering Division will be closing the outside west bound lane of Terrace Drive from Searcy Drive to W.S. Young Drive starting Tuesday, May 30, through Wednesday, May 31 from 7:00...
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
Closure is for installation of sidewalks
KILLEEN, Texas (May 26, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Engineering Division will be closing the outside south bound lane of W.S. Young Drive between Veterans Memorial Boulevard and Terrace Drive starting Tuesday, May 30, through Friday,...
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
Closure is for installation of sewer services.
KILLEEN, Texas (May 26, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Engineering Division will be closing Garrison Ave, from 10th Street to Gray St, will be closed to through traffic starting Wednesday, May 31, through Thursday, June 1 from 7:00 am t...
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
Equipment malfunction pushed work back
KILLEEN, Texas (May 26, 2023) – Due to equipment failure, The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Transportation Division has had to alter the slurry seal work schedule, which began Thursday, May 25.
The revised schedule is:&a...
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Posted on: May 25, 2023
Closure is for installation of fiber optic services
KILLEEN, Texas (May 25, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Engineering Division will be closing north bound lane of Florence Road, from Bryce Avenue to Hallmark Avenue to through traffic intermittently Friday, May 26th from 7a.m. ...
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Posted on: May 25, 2023
Applicants must be Killeen resident and must submit an application by June 8
The Killeen City Council is accepting applications now through Thursday, June 8, 2023, to fill an at-large councilmember seat.
The unexpired term for the seat runs through the May 2024 election.
Qualified applicants must be bona fide U.S. citizens...
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Posted on: May 24, 2023
Lane closures are for slurry seal services
The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Transportation Division will be closing several roads beginning May 25 - June 2, weather permitting, for slurry seal services.
The planned closures are as follows: &am...
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Posted on: May 24, 2023
Garbage service unaltered
The City of Killeen offices will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday.
Emergency services will operate without interruption. Garbage service will remain unaltered, but the Killeen Re...
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Posted on: May 23, 2023
Closure is for sewer services being installed
KILLEEN, Texas (May 23, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Engineering Division will be closing Turner Avenue from 50th Street to 52nd Street to through traffic starting Wednesday, May 24 through Thursday, May 25, from 7a.m. to 5p.m....
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Posted on: May 23, 2023
Closure is for street repairs
KILLEEN, Texas (May 23, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Engineering Division will be closing the westbound lane of Hallmark Avenue from South 2nd Street to Southside Drive to through traffic starting Wednesday, May 24 t...
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Posted on: May 22, 2023
The move is due to the carnival on W.S. Young Drive
KILLEEN, Texas (May. 22, 2023) – The City of Killeen will temporarily relocate its recycling containers from the Special Events Center (3301 South W.S. Young Drive) to the back parking lot of the Killeen Civic and Conference Center (3601 South W...
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Posted on: May 19, 2023
Spray Pad also opening May 26
KILLEEN, Texas (May 19, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Family Aquatic Center (1800 East Stan Schlueter Loop) will be open Memorial Day weekend, then again on June 6 through Labor Day weekend, September 4.
The FAC is a ten thousand square...
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Posted on: May 17, 2023
Wilkerson served since 2020
KILLEEN, Texas (May 17, 2023) – At-large City Councilman Ken Wilkerson has submitted his resignation from the Killeen City Council effective immediately.
Wilkerson submitted his resignation on Monday, May 15, 2023.
Wilkerson was first e...
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Posted on: May 16, 2023
Cobb selected as mayor pro tem
The City of Killeen held swearing in ceremony for one new councilmember and three incumbents on Tuesday, May 16, during a Special City Council meeting.
Incumbents Michael Boyd, Nina Cobb and Jessica Gonzalez, and newcomer Joseph Solomon were swor...
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Posted on: May 16, 2023
Free family film fun over four Fridays
KILLEEN, Texas (May 16, 2023) – Killeen’s free Movies in Your Park will begin June 9 and will show a total of four movies on four Fridays in June and July at the Killeen Athletic Complex.
This summer’s lineu...
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Posted on: May 15, 2023
Closure is to replace concrete gutter
The east side intersection of Ave D and Blair St will be closed to through traffic starting Tuesday, May 16 through Friday, May 26, including overnights and weekends, weather permitting.
The closure is so a contractor can replace a concrete valley gutter a...
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Posted on: May 15, 2023
Closure is for sewer services installation
Garrison Avenue from 10th Street to Gray Street will be closed to through traffic starting Tuesday, May 16 through Wednesday, May 17, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, weather permitting.
The closure is so a contractor can install a sewer services. ...
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Posted on: May 10, 2023
Danielle Singh served the City since 2018
KILLEEN, Texas (May 10, 2023) – Killeen’s Assistant City Manager, Danielle Singh has accepted a position as City Manager for the City of Jarrell, following four years with the City of Killeen.
“The decision to move o...
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Posted on: May 9, 2023
Vendors should register by June 1
KILLEEN, Texas (May 9, 2023) – The City of Killeen will once again hold its Independence Day Extravaganza and fireworks show on Saturday, July 1 in Historic Downtown Killeen.
This event, which will last from 4p.m. to 10p.m. at 200 East Avenue D, will featu...
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Posted on: May 8, 2023
Four councilmembers to take oath of office during Special City Council Meeting
The City of Killeen will hold a swearing in ceremony for one new councilmember and three incumbents on Tuesday, May 16, during a Special City Council meeting at 5p.m. in City Hall Chambers (101 N. College Street), following the May 6 election.
The vote wil...
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Posted on: May 5, 2023
Unofficial results will be posted on city’s website
The City of Killeen municipal elections are tomorrow, Saturday, May 6. from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and results will be posted once polls close at www.KilleenTexas.gov/Election.
Killeen voters will elect city council seats for Districts 1, 2, and 3. The...
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Posted on: May 3, 2023
Leak cause by contractor hitting gas main
South Gray Street from East Hallmark Avenue to Long Avenue is currently closed due to a contractor hitting a gas main.
The closure also includes a full closure of the intersection of Gray and Hallmark as well as the evacuation of a nearby shoppin...
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Posted on: May 3, 2023
Flygrk.com provides direct link to booking flights and airport information
KILLEEN, Texas (May 3, 2022) – The Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK) recently unveiled its new website, which is planned to a be a one-stop shop for traveling in and out of Killeen. The website, www.FlyGRK.com, provide...
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Posted on: May 2, 2023
Area Veterans Advisory Committee sponsors event
The Area Veterans Advisory Committee will sponsor the Killeen Memorial Day Ceremony to be held on May 29, at 10 a.m. at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery (11463 State Highway 195). The public is invited to attend.
Killeen Mayor Debbie Nash...
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Posted on: May 2, 2023
Closure is for completion of water services installation
KILLEEN, Texas (May 2, 2023) – The southbound lane of North 2nd Street from Rancier Avenue to Young Avenue will be closed to through traffic starting Wednesday, May 3 through Friday, May 5, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, weather permitting.
The ...
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Posted on: April 28, 2023
Event will continue all day Saturday in Downtown Killeen
KILLEEN, Texas (April 28, 2023) – Due to the National Weather Service issuing a Tornado Watch for Bell County through 8p.m., the Celebrate Killeen Festival is canceled for Friday night. The event will resume Saturday at 10 a.m. and run until 9:3...
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Posted on: April 26, 2023
Sign up for our Code Red alerts at www.KilleenTexas.gov/OHSEM
A WATCH means to be PREPARED as a tornado is possible. Check that you have flashlights, candles, a ...
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Posted on: April 26, 2023
Community was invited to meet the five finalists earlier this month
KILLEEN, Texas (April 26, 2023) – Killeen City Manager, Kent Cagle, has selected Pedro Lopez, Jr. as the next police chief to lead the Killeen Police Department.
Lopez has accepted a conditional offer of employment with a start date of June 5, 20...
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Posted on: April 25, 2023
Unit’s mission is to build relationships with downtown community
KILLEEN, Texas (April 25, 2023) – The Killeen Police Department recently created a Community Engagement Unit and housed the team in Historic Downtown Killeen to establish a strong and welcoming presence in one of the city’s most promin...
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Posted on: April 24, 2023
Public invited to three days of family-friendly fun in Downtown Killeen
KILLEEN, Texas (April 24, 2023) – The annual Celebrate Killeen Festival will be held this Thursday through Saturday (April 27 – 29) in Historic Downtown Killeen. The free, three-day event is one of the city’s largest celebrat...
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Posted on: April 24, 2023
Closure is for water services installation
KILLEEN, Texas (April 24, 2023) – The northbound lane of North 2nd Street from Rancier Avenue to Young Avenue will be closed to through traffic starting Tuesday, April 25 through Thursday, April 27, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, weather permit...
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Posted on: April 20, 2023
Community invited to learn about plan for reconstructing Chaparral Road, provide online feedback
KILLEEN, Texas (April 20, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s Engineering Division will hold an Open House on Thursday, April 27 from 5:30p.m. – 7:30p.m. at First Baptist Church of Trimmier to discuss the Chaparral Road Reconstruct...
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Posted on: April 20, 2023
City needs aquatic workers to open pools by Memorial Day
KILLEEN, Texas (April 20, 2023) – The City of Killeen Recreation Services Department will hold an onsite job fair on Wednesday, May 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Family Recreation Center.
The City has over 30 jobs to fill in its aquatics division, ...
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Posted on: April 18, 2023
Community members, City staff will plant trees, beautify area
The City of Killeen will participate in the annual National Arbor Day celebration by planting trees in our community on Friday, April 28. The event will take place at Long Branch Park (1101 Long Branch Drive) at 9a.m.
Volunteers can join City of Killeen em...
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Posted on: April 17, 2023
Tickets still on sale for a magical evening.
KILLEEN, Texas (April 17, 2023) – The City of Killeen’ Youth Advisory Commission will hold an adaptive prom on Friday, April 28 from 6-9 p.m. at the Lions Club Senior Center.
The adaptive prom is for those 12-25 with special needs. Cost...
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Posted on: April 14, 2023
Legacy of WWII pilot and Killeen native honored annually
KILLEEN, Texas (April 14, 2023) – The City of Killeen will recognize Bob Gray Day on Tuesday, April 18 at 10a.m. at the Killeen Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK).
Mayor Debbie Nash-King will present an official proclamation to a descendant of Gray in honor ...
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Posted on: April 11, 2023
City has held joint press conference and two townhalls to prepare
The City of Killeen is continuing its preparations for the next solar eclipse, which is due to occur on April 8, 2024.
The city held a joint press conference with Central Texas College at the Mayborn Planetarium in November 2022 to begin preparations. Duri...
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