The city of Temple, Texas, is conveniently located along the road from Dallas to Austin. The city has a history stretching back to 1881 as a model city built from railroad standard blueprints. Since then, Temple has continued to draw on a thriving, prosperous community with strong values, ethics, and spirit. The Greater Temple Area is home to some 110,000 people but still maintains that small-town atmosphere.

Hometown pride is #1 here, and local support their local sports with enthusiasm. Industrial growth has always been an emphasis in Temple as well. Of course, the city's strong committment to world-class medical treatment helps nourish Temple's residents while strong educational institutions strengthen their minds.

Temple is home to many city festivals like Temple Market Saturdays, Temple Farmer's Market, the Texas Train Festival, Hot Summer Sounds, Festivals of Central Texas 2004, and the Texas Early Day Tractor & Engine Association Annual Show.

For the culturally minded, there are several theatres, performance spaces, and even the Temple Symphony Orchestra.

Shoppers won't feel left out either. The 558,000 sq. ft. Temple Mall is home to several anchor stores, over 70 tenants, and a cinema.