A heavy law enforcement presence is expected throughout Central Texas this weekend and Monday as thousands of visitors could potentially inundate Bell County roads to view the total solar eclipse.
Melesia Hudson has been a teacher going on nine years. "I've always liked the feeling of feeling like I contribute to other people's lives and I make a difference," she told 25 News.
Area events coming up in Central Texas include multiple Fourth of July celebrations, a free family day at the Temple railroad museum, a gun show at the Bell County Expo
Local Fourth of July celebrations will feature traditional fireworks, rodeos, and plenty of patriotic music. And, of course, there’s that annual hot dog gorging competition at Yettie Polk Park.