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Killeen, Texas Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Killeen! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See who will lead Killeen ISD’s school board for the next term
  • How a Killeen officer’s tribute song reached National Police Week in D.C.
  • Killeen remembers Capt. Marvin Taylor as his accused killer nears trial

Also on today's calendar: Adult Sewing: Beginner and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 91 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 90, low: 66.
  • Friday: A warm breeze with some sun, with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Killeen ISD installs newly elected trustees (kdhnews.com) — Killeen ISD has officially sworn in its May 2 school board election winners, keeping incumbents Marvin Rainwater and Brett Williams on the board for another three years. Trustees also confirmed Williams as president, Brenda Adams as secretary, and named Oliver Mintz the new vice president, shaping who will guide local school policy and priorities.
   

• Former Killeen officer takes tribute song to National Police Week stage in D.C. (kwtx.com) — A former Killeen police officer, now a songwriter, is bringing his tribute song honoring fallen KPD officers Robert Hornsby and Charles Dinwiddie to the National Police Week stage in Washington, D.C. The performance is especially meaningful for Hornsby’s widow, who rides to D.C. annually and says hearing her husband honored by a former colleague helps keep his memory alive.
   

• Family and friends remember Killeen fire captain one year after fatal crash (kwtx.com) — Killeen firefighters and residents are honoring Capt. Marvin Taylor III one year after he was killed in a high‑speed crash while driving back to his newborn son in Austin. Family, friends, and colleagues held a candlelight vigil, and the city’s new fire training academy at Station Four now bears his name as the accused driver heads to court in June.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: Pet Reunited
    Kado And Balto, a dog who went missing in Killeen, TX, has been safely reunited with their family after 7 hours, 9 minutes. Message from Owner: … (Nextdoor Duncan Ave / Young Dr)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray cat!
    FOUND on May 12, 2026 in Killeen, TX 76541 near McDonald’s on Stan Slaughter by the Hallmark Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or… (Nextdoor Duncan Ave / Young Dr)
  • Premium Retail Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Merchandiser in Killeen. Apply here.
  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Cart Attendant in Killeen. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Killeen here.

🗞 Nearby News

Fort Hood

  • Wall Street Is Pairing Up With the Army to Build Data Centers (truthout.org)

Harker Heights

  • A fair cut: Lawn care services insure quality amid rising fuel prices (kdhnews.com)
  • Weekend Recap: RG Portimão International Tournament and Gdynia Rhythmic Stars, T&T Elite Challenge • USA Gymnastics (usagym.org)

Salado

  • Salado records show negotiations, legal threat over $945,000 payment not disclosed in village report (kdhnews.com)
  • 9 Texas Small Towns With More Charm Than Tourist Hotspots (myfamilytravels.com)

Ok Killeen! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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