Five hopeful contestants got oriented Saturday in the 2007 Health and Fitness Challenge at the Summit Fitness and Recreation Center, 620 Fryers Creek Circle. Craig Walker, Randy Dale, Elena Abercrombie, Kristy Allenson and Pam Digman met their personal trainers, Terrance Williams and Melanie Taylor, and were briefed on the program. The five contestants were chosen out of 96 applicants for the 12-week fitness and weight loss challenge.

SAN MARCOS (AP) - At least 10 homes, several businesses and the San Marcos Police Department

Temple and the surrounding area received a chilly rain of 4.00 to 5.50 inches Saturday, causing widespread flooding, road closures and dangerous driving conditions. The cold front that brought a mixture of heavy rains, gusty winds and low temperatures to Temple and Central Texas will last through the weekend, the National Weather Service said.

BELTON - Two days after taking the oath of office administered by her secretary, 426th District Court Judge Fancy Jezek found herself on the bench ruling on cases. Governor Rick Perry appointed her to fill the judge position last week on the court and wanted her to take the oath of office as soon as possible. She took the oath before her secretary, who

BELTON - With a dozen conference games still remaining, Mary Hardin-Baylor coach Ken DeWeese isn

WACO - Forget about temperatures dipping below freezing on Saturday. Temple College basketball coaches Kirby Johnson and Kim Sebek both left The Highlands pretty hot. Johnson was steamed at the referees that proved pivotal in the Leopards

BELTON - Call it flat, sluggish or uninspired because all three terms are apt descriptions of Mary Hardin-Baylor

BALTIMORE (AP) - Peyton Manning couldn

SAN DIEGO (AP) - The San Diego Chargers have beaten the New England Patriots in September and October without any problem. Now they need to do it in January, when the Patriots historically shine.

HARKER HEIGHTS - Ross Rogers is stepping down as Harker Heights