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Strong earthquake shakes central Japan, shattering store windows and injuring at least 22

A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude 5.7 has struck central Japan. That's according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Japanese media are reporting that at least 22 people have been hurt Sunday. A wide area near Aichi Prefecture was affected,…

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Best of Liberty Hill winners celebrated at community gathering

Local business owners, community members and supporters gathered Thursday, Nov. 5, at Parker's Mercantile for The Liberty Hill Independent's 2026 Best of Liberty Hill Community Celebration.

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Cattlemen’s Western Wear to open second location in downtown Temple as Temple Mall remains closed

The City of Temple ordered a temporary closure of the mall on June 22 after an inspection into safety concerns. One store is now opening a new location.

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Celebrating 50 years of Twice Upon a Clothesline in Temple, Texas.

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Buzzworthy | Twice Upon a Clothesline marks 50 years of secondhand shopping in Temple

In the heart of Temple, Texas, a vibrant celebration is underway at Twice Upon a Clothesline, a cherished consignment shop that has become a staple for families seeking affordable secondhand treasures. As the sun streamed through the shop’s windows, casting a warm glow on racks filled with gently...

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