Hot Off the Press!
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Hot Off the Press!
Killeen is welcoming a new Goodwill location on the city’s west side and Heart of Texas Goodwill
On February 28, Heart of Texas Goodwill embarks on a new chapter with the groundbreaking of its latest facility at 4901 W. Stan Schluter Loop, Killeen. Slated for completion by Spring 2025, this establishment is poised to replace the W.S. Young retail store, promising a retail store, donation center, and the innovative Community Connect program to bolster local employment opportunities.
At a recent Killeen City Council meeting, the executive director of the Killeen Economic Development Corporation highlighted several areas of progress through its intent to continue developing the city.
The first and only Starbucks in north Killeen held its grand opening with the Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce on Thursday.
The Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to join them in celebrating the groundbreaking of the newest Goodwill store in Killeen.
By now, it is no secret that the Army is battling through a recruiting challenge and has for the last couple of years — especially since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. But, the 1st Cavalry Division is doing its part in helping bridge the gap, according to the division’s commander, Maj. Gen. Kevin Admiral.
In preparation for being a lethal fighting force if needed when it deploys to Europe this year, troopers with the 1st Cavalry Division are fielding and training on new vehicles and weapons systems.
At a luncheon meeting Wednesday, the top elected leaders of Bell County and Killeen addressed about 100 interested community members for the State of the Region address. Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce President Scott Connell welcomed everyone and introduced the speakers — Bell County Judge David Blackburn and Killeen Mayor Debbie Nash-King — as they stepped to the stage.
On Wednesday, the Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce will be teaming up with SignatureCare Emergency Center to celebrate the center’s five-year anniversary. The emergency center will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony and will include guest speakers from SignatureCare, tours of the 24-hour emergency room, networking opportunities to meet with staff and refreshments.
The Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce celebrated a new Killeen bank with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and small welcoming party on Wednesday.