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🌱 Why did Killeen halt efforts to bring North Killeen a grocery store?

Killeen, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why did Killeen halt efforts to bring North Killeen a grocery store?
  • Which Killeen streets saw thefts and crashes in the latest police log?

Today's riddle: What has cities but no houses, forests but no trees, and water but no fish? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly sunny, breezy and hot, with a high of 99 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Very warm with hazy sun, temps: high: 98, low: 74.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 96 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• City of Killeen investigating lack of grocery store initiative for North Killeen (kxxv.com) — North Killeen residents and city council members are pressing for answers after learning a city staffer allegedly told the Killeen Economic Development Corporation to stop pursuing a grocery store in the USDA-designated food desert. The city is now investigating how the effort stalled and plans to revisit the issue at an upcoming council meeting in July, with leaders calling grocery access a basic necessity for all Killeen neighborhoods.
   

• Police reports: Thefts reported in Killeen and Copperas Cove (kdhnews.com) — Recent police logs show multiple thefts, vehicle crimes, accidents, and family assaults reported in the Killeen and Copperas Cove area over Friday and Saturday. Incidents range from motor vehicle theft and marijuana possession to welfare checks and criminal trespass, giving residents a snapshot of current public safety concerns across several busy streets and highways.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Well I have gotten my new rock garden together (but need more cactus) and I’m loving how it’s turning out.
    It took me about 3 weeks to pull all the rocks out by hand, bleaching them letting them dry, double layered weed barrier, with spruce on the ground… (Nextdoor Stan Schlueter/Robinett)
  • I need a mobile mechanic to fix the right side blinker on my trailer lights.
    We put a brand new pair of trailer lights on it and it still doesn't work so it's not just a simple issue like the bulb. If anyone knows someone… (Nextdoor Chantz/Shawn)
  • Mass Markets - MCI Company posted a job opening for Experienced Call Center Quality Assurance Supervisor in Killeen. Apply here.
  • MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Janitor Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$47/Hr in Killeen. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Killeen here.

🗞 Nearby News

Harker Heights

  • Two suspects arrested for deadly shooting in Harker Heights (kxxv.com)
  • Heights Parks and Rec sets July events (kdhnews.com)
  • Local 'Sound The Alarm' Event Aims To Save Lives (fox44news.com)

Salado

  • Monday 6-8-26 Dancing with Di, Crafting, Workout & More (blogspot.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: A map (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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