GOOD NEWS FRIDAY 8/7/2026

Killeen 11-year-old wins gold at Junior Olympics

KILLEEN, Texas — An 11-year-old Killeen runner won gold at the Junior Olympics on Aug. 3, taking first place in his age group in the 3000-meter run.

Lundyn Reyes’ win earned him a national championship title and an All-American designation. He also placed in the 1500-meter run, earning a second All-American title.

Central Texas College celebrates more than 400 summer graduates

KILLEEN, Texas — Central Texas College is holding its summer commencement ceremony Friday morning, honoring more than 400 graduates.

Most of this summer’s graduates are military-affiliated, including veterans, active-duty service members and military families.

The graduating class ranges in age from 16 to 75.

The ceremony begins at 10 a.m. at the Christian House of Prayer in Killeen.

Temple kindergarten teacher appointed to Texas Classroom Commission

TEMPLE, Texas — A Temple kindergarten teacher has been appointed to a new statewide education commission by Gov. Greg Abbott.

Jomeka Gray is one of 21 educators selected across Texas to serve on the new Texas Classroom Commission, which will shape education policy ahead of the next legislative session.

Gray said she is ready to make sure teachers have a voice.