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36th Military & First Responder Salute
The traditional components of the Military Appreciation Luncheon such as the presentation and retirement of the Colors, National Anthem, Vietnam Era Veteran pinning, patriotic music, and messages of support are being recorded to create the virtual program. Also, videos have been requested from various partners to ensure an impactful virtual program sharing the message of how the partners have waged “war” against the pandemic. Community and military leaders have been asked to provide a short “shout-out” to recognize our honored guests for their engagement and leadership in the community.
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Replacing the annual luncheon, the Chamber and HEB are planning LUNCH TO GO outside of the Santa Fe Business Center. Veteran organizations, food kitchens, shelters, and sponsors will have an opportunity to pre-order lunch for pick-up. The general public, including walk-ups, will be accommodated with LUNCH TO GO either using a drive-up process or to-go table. Video footage will be taken of LUNCH TO GO to include in the virtual presentation. The Temple Chamber of Commerce has proudly hosted a celebration of the military and veterans the past 35 years. Due to the pandemic, the 36th annual event was reimagined as a virtual salute to honor those on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle. This recognition will include the military (13th ESC/ Fort Hood, 1st Medical Brigade/Fort Hood, 36th Sustainment Brigade/TxANG), veterans, JROTC, law enforcement, fire & rescue, EMS, and medical/health care professionals.
The inaugural airing of the finished product will occur on Tuesday, November 10, on the Temple Chamber of Commerce YouTube channel. The overall video will be approximately 30-45 minutes in length. It will mix a message that is mindful of the struggles all have endured since early March, and the importance of the Greater Temple community bonding together to help our neighbors.
UNITY WITHIN COMMUNITY is the theme for the 36th Military & First Responder Salute.
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SPIRIT OF SANTA FE TRAIL October 1-12, 2020
Veterans Day Ruck March Planned for Downtown Temple Rucks On Main, a Temple, TX based non-profit organization, will host its inaugural event November 7, 2020, at the Santa Fe Plaza in Downtown Temple. The organization was founded with the mission to advocate, mentor, and educate the community on the reintegration process for Veterans and their families.
The inaugural event coincides with Veterans Day weekend and is a militarythemed ruck march. The event is open to anyone who wishes to participate. Participants can register in advance at www.rucksonmain.org, or in-person on the day of the event (credit card only). Online registration is currently $37 and will increase to $55 one month before the event. For the Veterans Day ruck march, everyone will place a picture of their favorite Veteran on their ruck sack (backpack). Ruckers will fill their rucksacks with non-perishable food items (up tp 40lbs) that will be donated to charitable food organizations once they cross the finish line. All participants will receive a t-shirt and a beer wristband when they check in between 7:30 am – 9:00 am. At 9:00 am ruck marchers will step off to complete a 6-mile ruck through downtown Temple and historic neighborhoods in North Temple. Everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a challenge coin and a free beer (Must be 21) for completing the ruck march. Afterwards, ruckers may gather to enjoy live music, food trucks, and 1 locallybrewed craft beer (must show ID and wrist band for beer). Visit www.rucksonmain.org to register or volunteer for the event.
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36TH MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDER SALUTE
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During this season of unprecedented uncertainty, local businesses that make the fabric and character of our community need our support. To coincide with the Texas Department of Agriculture Texas Wine Month the Temple Chamber of Commerce and City of Temple are excited to present the Spirit of Santa Fe Trail this October. The Spirit of Santa Fe Trail is an opportunity to celebrate not only Central Texas wineries but breweries and restaurants too. “Central Texas has a budding winery and brewery industry that offers something for everyone,” noted Rod Henry, Temple Chamber of Commerce President. “Our region produces traditional grape-based wine, mead wine, and fruit-based wines, craft beer, and more. We also have countless home-grown restaurants that give our region a unique identity.” The Spirit of Santa Fe Trail began Thursday, October 1, 2020, and ends Monday, October 12, 2020. During the trail, wineries, breweries, and restaurants will offer ticket holders exclusive discounts. The trail is a great way to experience the flavors of Central Texas at your own pace. The $20 trail ticket is valid for one exclusive offer at each participating location over the trail dates. Participating winery and brewery locations include 3 Texans Winery & Vineyard, Axis Winery, Dancing Bee
Winery, The Inn at Salado Winery, Moose & Goose Winery, and Fire Base Brewing Company. Participating restaurants include The Barton House, Benny’s Ristorante Italiano, La Dalat, La Riv, Nami Japanese Steakhouse (Temple), Our Daily Taco, Pignetti’s, Treno Pizzeria & Taproom, and Wings Pizza N Things. Purchase tickets online at centraltexastickets.com. Pickup punch card for the trail from participating wineries, brewery, or the Chamber with proof of ticket purchase. Visit templechamber.com for a full listing of exclusive offers from the participating locations. Trail-goers can return completed Spirit of Santa Fe Trail punch card to the Chamber office for 10 raffle tickets and a chance to win a Frigidaire Beverage Center and Central Texas Wine. Completed punch cards will be collected through close of business on October 13, 2020. Drawing will be held on October 14, 2020, at 3:00 pm on Facebook Live. Raffle tickets are also available for purchase. 1 ticket for $5 or 3 tickets for $10. The Spirit of Santa Fe Trail is made possible by generous sponsors: Emerson Construction, Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, Emporium Packaging & Spice Co., Lengefeld Lumber Company, Ludwick, Montgomery & Stapp, P.C., and Extraco Banks.
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In response to the economic hardships experienced by small businesses resulting from the COVID- 19 pandemic, United Way, the Temple Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Temple have partnered together to establish a Small Business Grant Program in an effort to retain jobs and stabilize local businesses.
“Together, the Chamber, City, and United Way have collaborated to develop this program to provide assistance to small employers and microenterprises. This is about providing a life-line while all of us continue to deal with the economic impact from COVID-19,” noted Rod Henry, President, Temple Chamber of Commerce.
This Program provides gap financing for businesses that have lost revenue as a result of social distancing and are at-risk of layoffs or closure.
Grants of up to $5,000 are available for businesses with up to 50 full-time equivalent employees at the time of application, or up to five full-time equivalent employees with a low to moderate income owner. The business must demonstrate a loss of gross revenue as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic to be considered for funding.
The application period has been extended for small businesses to receive COVID-19 relief funding. Applications will be accepted until funds have been exhausted. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
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The Santa Fe Market Trail serves as a pedestrian path that connects the plaza with Santa Fe Market, a 3.28-acre site which houses a food truck court, pavilion, garden, art and an open lawn for gatherings and events. This $1.5 million investment project was completed in February 2020. Community investments like this, and an additional $50 million of scheduled projects, up the allure of downtown Temple for residents, workers, and visitors alike.
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Funding Still Available for Small Business Grants for COVID-19
The program is funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBGCV) funds.
Applications are available at www.uwct.org.
Aerial photo of the Santa Fe Plaza in Downtown Temple Texas Strong: These words are revered in communities across the state and honored with pride as a testament to resiliency. Amid challenges from the current economic and public health climate, Temple, Texas businesses and the city’s downtown prove their strength and continue to grow. Earlier this month, Temple’s Santa Fe Plaza and Market Trail were honored with Texas Downtown Association’s President Award for “Best Downtown Public Improvement” in the state. This distinction comes on the heels of the spring announcement that Santa Fe Plaza and Market Trail are one of the “2020 Great Places in Texas” recognized by the Texas chapter of the American Planning Association. A $30 million redevelopment in downtown Temple, Santa Fe Plaza is anchored by the historic Santa Fe Depot, and bordered by the Santa Fe Business Center and Temple Independent School District’s (ISD) administrative building. Home to Temple Economic Development Corporation (Temple EDC), Temple Chamber of Commerce, and Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, the 34,000-square-foot Santa Fe Business Center houses all things business development in Temple. Together, the Santa Fe Business Center and Temple ISD administrative building brought 300 jobs to downtown Temple with the plaza’s opening in 2018.
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“This distinction is a realization of our vision for downtown Temple,” says Temple EDC President and CEO Adrian Cannady. “The Santa Fe Market Trail literally paves the way toward Temple’s vibrant and dynamic downtown. As businesses expand and our downtown continues to grow, we are pleased to showcase the multi-functional plaza that pays homage to our heritage as a railroad town and highlights the bright future and abundant opportunities in our growing city. ” Five additional Temple-based finalists have been recognized by TDA from more than 100 entries for President’s Awards. Winners will be announced in October 2020. Temple-based TDA President’s Awards finalists: Best New Construction: Temple Business Center Building Best Downtown Business: The Hub Best Downtown Business: H5B3, LLC Best Downtown Partner: Academie Musique of Central Texas Best Digital Promotion: Virtual First Friday
Explore more of the award-winning reasons that thriving companies and a talented workforce call Temple, Texas home at TempleEDC.com, and be sure to follow Temple EDC on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @TempleEDC for the latest updates from our growing community.
Temple Police, Fire to Participate in National Night Out Celebrations The Temple Police Department and Temple Fire & Rescue will participate in National Night Out celebrations Tuesday, October 6, while adhering to recommended health and safety guidelines.
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“We appreciate the support of our community and we always look forward to this event,” Police Chief Shawn Reynolds said. “We will use this opportunity to thank the public for their support as we anticipate being with everyone again in the future.” National Night Out is an annual event that encourages residents to build relationships with their neighbors and local first responders. Due to current regulations regarding the COVID-19 virus, Police and Fire personnel will have limited participation in the event. However, emergency vehicles from both departments will parade through participating neighborhoods to show appreciation for those hosting National Night Out events. Those participating in neighborhood events are encouraged to follow health
and safety regulations, including wearing face coverings and maintaining proper social distancing when possible.
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Keep Temple Beautiful Recognized As Gold Star Affiliate
Tanya Gray, Keep Temple Beautiful Keep Texas Beautiful, a statewide grassroots environmental and community improvement organization, recently named Keep Temple Beautiful a Gold Star Affiliate, a designation conferred on, only the best of Keep Texas Beautiful’s affiliates. Gold Star recognition is the membership recognition’s highest status any community affiliate can achieve. Keep Temple Beautiful successfully implemented programs to clean up litter, reduce and recycle waste, educate local citizens, and beautify and enhance the local community. The programs were implemented locally in Temple, including electronic recycling, solid waste initiatives, environmental luncheons, and plantings throughout the city. Affiliates must also participate in Keep Texas Beautiful events, demonstrate community-wide support, and contribute to the sharing of best practices.
In 2004, Keep Texas Beautiful introduced the concept of Gold Star recognition to reward those communities who sought to go above and beyond the established requirements. To achieve this status, affiliates must also share information on their mission and goals, answer questions about their environmental, economic development and diversity and inclusion practices, or participate in the Keep Texas Beautiful Awards or Governor’s Community Achievement Awards programs, and provide a letter of support from their community. Keep Texas Beautiful formally recognized Gold Star communities during its 53rd annual conference on August 26 – which was the first virtual conference in the history of the organization.
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Temple Chamber Networking Events Starting Back Up
The Temple Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that in October, Business After Hours (BAH) and Business Link Lunch (BLL) will return. The monthly networking events were put on hold from March - August due to COVID-19.
As stated by Suzanne Kho, Executive Director of Keep Texas Beautiful, “Our affiliates are the backbone of our organization. We are proud to honor those going above and beyond to keep their communities clean and beautiful. Our Gold Star Affiliates are educating and engaging community members, actively recruiting and managing volunteers, hosting cleanup and beautification events throughout their community and so much more.”
“We’re ready to help our Chamber Members get back to networking and strengthening their business in the community,” said Kaylee Blumenfeld, Event Coordinator for the Temple Chamber. “Of course, we will be following and encouraging recommended CDC Guidelines to keep all our attendees healthy.” October BLL is sponsored by Crawford Bowers Funeral Home and Jason’s Deli. It will be held on October 8, 2020, at 3220 S. 31st, Temple, TX. BLL provides a platform for members to connect during the lunch hour. It is a great networking opportunity, making new and renewing old business contacts, receiving a Chamber update, and gaining valuable information from the sponsor. There is a limit of 28 attendees due to room size. Register online at templechamber.com. October BAH is sponsored by McLane Intelligent Solutions and Security Bank. It will be held on October 22, 2020, at the Pavilion at the Lakes. BAH is a highly popular monthly evening event offering members and prospective members the opportunity to meet colleagues representing Temple area businesses in an engaging, relaxed atmosphere. This is an outdoor Oktoberfest held annually with Wat Tha Truck catering. There will be plenty of room to social distance but still get to know fellow Temple Businesses. New members from March – September will be announced.
Keep Temple Beautiful is delighted to have achieved Gold Star status and recognition from Keep Texas Beautiful for the work that we do to encourage our citizens to keep Temple clean and beautiful. For more information on Keep Temple Beautiful and our programs, call (254) 493-4000 or Tanya@keeptemplebeautiful.org. Don’t forget to like us on, Facebook at www.facebook.com/keeptemplebeautiful!
The Temple Chamber encourages all members to be involved with our monthly networking events. To find an up-to-date calendar visit templechamber.com and click on the Events tab. We look forward to seeing our members again!
Temple, TX Based RosieJo Meals to Cater the 2020 Reebok CrossFit Games Finals RosieJo Meals, a Temple, TX based healthy meal service, is proud to announce it is the exclusive caterer for the 2020 Reebok CrossFit Games Finals. The 2020 Reebok CrossFit Games are an international CrossFit competition where athletes from 158 countries compete for the title of Fittest Man and Woman on Earth. CrossFit is the world’s leading platform to improve health, happiness, and performance. It is promoted as both a physical exercise philosophy and a competitive fitness sport, incorporating elements from high-intensity interval training, Olympic weightlifting, plyometrics, powerlifting, gymnastics, and other exercises.
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“RosieJo’s is thrilled to be the exclusive caterer for the 2020 CrossFit Games Finals,” noted Katie Wells, owner of RosieJo Meals. “This event meshes well with our food philosophy, nutritious and delicious food to fuel a healthy lifestyle, and our goal to serve people committed to achieving their personal bests.” The first phase of the games took place as an online competition where the top five men and top five women athletes emerged. They will compete at the live in-person finals in Aromas, California, on October 19. The field of athletes for the finals includes national champions from four countries who will compete for $2,300,000 in prize money. The Games will be streamed online and broadcasted on ESPN, CBS, and a dozen other international media outlets. “My team and I will head to California in a few weeks for the competition. We are ready to feed all the athletes and wish them the best of luck,” stated Wells. RosieJo Meals is a healthy meal service committed to providing affordable, nu-
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October Third House Session Scheduled for October 5 State Representative Hugh Shine will be the featured speaker during the Monday, October 5, 2020, Third House Session at the Temple Chamber of Commerce, 201 Santa Fe Way, Ste. 105 in downtown Temple. This meeting will be a hybrid, both in person with social distancing and face coverings and virtual via Zoom. In order to receive virtual login credentials, register online at templechamber.com/events. The Third House Session is conducted on the first Monday of the month. This is a great opportunity to have a conversation with Representative Shine.
On the First Friday of every month, Historic Downtown Temple is transformed into a giant party! Spend an evening in downtown Friday, October 2, 2020, for food and drinks, and afterhours shopping. First Friday offers something special for everyone and is a wonderful time to explore Downtown Temple! First Friday is a great way to get to know Downtown Temple and hopefully discover a new favorite place. This event brings more people out than a typical Friday evening might, and is an opportunity for you to support local business,
Another First for 2020: Temple Health & Bioscience District Hosts First Ever Board Election
Temple Health & Bioscience District Formed in 2003, the Temple Health and Bioscience District (THBD) is the only district established in the entire state of Texas. The legislation that formed THBD also mandated that THBD be run by a seven-member board. As though 2020 were not already a record year, this will be the first time since its founding that THBD will hold a board election. All seven positions on the board are at-large and serve three-year staggered terms. The election that was originally scheduled for May 3, 2020, was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The election will now be held on November 3, 2020. Four of the six candidates are incumbent board members, while two individuals seek a first term. THBD’s mission is to grow twenty-first century jobs by fostering bioscience education, research, and healthcare in Central Texas. Sixteen years later that mission has been realized and continues to grow: seven active tenants utilize the lab space, offices, and networking connections with key collaborators in Temple and across the region. Additionally, THBD has helped three alumni companies graduate to the next steps in life science business development. The advancements in research and development taking place at THBD are made possible through community support and strong leadership. Under the guidance of Executive Director Tami Annable and a seven-member Board of Directors, THBD makes waves to develop the economic sector of the life sciences industry in Temple. In 2009, Temple voters gave THBD taxing authority. As a public entity, the taxpayers of Temple have an opportunity to voice their opinions by voting for the leadership of THBD. Learn about each of the candidates below, in the order they will appear on the ballot as determined by a drawing held at THBD in February 2020: Jason Locklin, Ph.D. has a strong background in biology. After receiving his Associate’s degree at Temple College, Dr, Locklin went on to earn his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Aquatic Biology from Texas State University, and finally a Ph.D. in Biology from Baylor University. Dr. Locklin serves as Chair of the Biology Department at Temple College, and in 2019 led a group of students to explore the impact of invasive zebra mussels on Central Texas’ aquatic ecosystems. Tyler Johnson, City President of BBVA Compass, began serving on the THBD board in January 2020 when he was nominated to fill the seat left vacant by Doug Streater. Well-acquainted with the strides Temple, Texas is making to attract business developers, Tyler serves as Chair of the Reinvestment Zone Board.
Discover Downtown Temple at First Friday, October 2 enjoy cultural experiences, and fit in some social time. For addresses, directions and additional information about participating restaurants, merchants and nightlife, visit the Discover Temple facebook page or call Dan Kelleher at (254) 298-5378.
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Damir Nizamutdinov, M.D., Ph.D. serves as Associate Director of Neuro-Oncology Research, Neuroscience Institute at Baylor Scott & White Health. He is also an Assistant Professor at the Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics in the College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center. He is passionate about helping startup companies with their growth and is looking forward to being engaged in THBD programming. Robert Cortes, Jr., M.D. has nearly forty years of experience working in the healthcare arena and has degrees from Baylor University and Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Cortes is no stranger to the emerging trends in life sciences in Central Texas. His career began with rural and inner-city private clinical practice in Texas. It is no surprise that he now calls Temple, Texas home and is committed to the future of life sciences in our city.
Michael T. Norman is an entrepreneur, investor, and attorney who co-founded and led multiple early-stage companies that raised cumulatively more than $10M of investment. Michael chairs LivFul’s board of directors and leads the company as CEO. Prior to working with LivFul, Michael was CEO of GBDbio, an early-stage biotechnology company that worked to launch the world’s first low-cost rapid diagnostic test for tuberculosis. Michael received his law degree, with honors, from the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas, and his bachelor’s degree, cum laude, in International Studies from Austin College in Sherman, Texas. Brian Reinhardt serves as President of the Central Texas South Region at Extraco Banks in Temple. He holds a BBA in Finance and an MBA from Baylor University and is a graduate of the Stonier Graduate School of Banking. Brian is a graduate of Leadership Temple and a member of Temple Rotary Club. Temple is one of the fastest-growing cities in Central Texas, thanks in part to the increasing presence of medical companies, hospitals, and life science industry influence. As our city continues to grow, so will the role of THBD as an entity that helps businesses expand and establish roots here. As we look to the future of innovation and collaboration, we welcome the continued support of Temple citizens. Early voting for the November election begins on October 13, 2020. For polling locations, please visit: www.bellcountytx.com/departments/elections/ polling_locations.php. Remember, your vote makes a difference! The value that THBD brings to the community and the growing life sciences corridor across central Texas continues to make a positive impact on the growth of life sciences innovation. Temple citizens, students, researchers, and small- to medium-sized companies have all benefitted from the resources afforded them at THBD. To learn more about THBD, visit templebioscience.org.