Planes Will Be Buzzing All Weekend!

With the weather cooling off from earlier in the week, it should be some great weather to get out to the AirFest, or go enjoy some of the great live music options we will have this weekend! The planes will be buzzing around Friday night and Saturday, and it looks to be a show you don’t want to miss. With that, lets dive in!

In todays edition: 

• Fry’s Restaurant Set to Close After Nearly a Decade

• First Baptist Belton Breaks Ground

• AirFest 2025

Fry’s Restaurant in Belton to Close After Nearly a Decade

A beloved fixture in Belton’s dining scene, Fry’s Restaurant will serve its final meals on Sunday, May 18, after nearly 10 years in business. Known for its Southern comfort food and friendly service, Fry’s has been a favorite among locals, especially seniors who appreciated its easy access and welcoming atmosphere.

Co-owner Jorge Jara cited management disagreements as the reason for the closure, despite recent renovations that suggested a long-term future. Signature dishes like chicken fried steak, catfish, and hearty breakfasts earned the restaurant a loyal following.

While Fry’s is closing, Jara hinted at new beginnings, sharing plans to open another sit-down restaurant soon. He thanked the community for years of support, promising that the same great food and service will be offered right up until the final day.

First Baptist Belton Breaks Ground on $23M New Facility

First Baptist Belton has officially broken ground on a new $23 million worship facility, marking a major step toward a modern, unified campus. The new site—located at Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and Loop 121—will feature a worship center, Sunday school classrooms, a coffee shop, and more, all designed to serve multiple generations in a welcoming, open environment.

The project, led by Building God’s Way and SB Construction, is expected to take about two years to complete. It follows a land swap agreement with UMHB, which will eventually take ownership of the church’s current Main Street property.

Church leaders emphasize that the project is driven by faith and supported through congregational giving. Donations can be made at fbbelton.org/all-in. Founded in 1853, First Baptist Belton sees this move as a step into its “best days” of ministry and growth.

AirFest 2025 Takes Flight in Temple with High-Flying Thrills and Historic Tributes

The Central Texas AirFest returns this weekend at Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport, featuring world-class aerobatics, military tributes, vintage aircraft, and family-friendly fun. Among the highlights is Australian aerobatics champion Aarron Deliu, who will wow crowds with his intense, in-control-but-looks-out-of-control flying style in his Extra 330sc.

Deliu’s act includes real-time radio commentary as he performs jaw-dropping stunts, including his signature “boomerang” maneuver. Also featured are military canopy jumpers from the All Airborne Battalion, leaping from a rare WWII-era C-49J Southern Cross to honor paratroopers of the past.

New to this year’s event is a Twilight Airshow on Friday night, featuring a performance by The Spazmatics, a dazzling drone show, and twilight aerobatic displays. Saturday brings more aerobatics, formation flying, military demos, food trucks, static aircraft displays, and more.

AirFest Hours:
Friday, May 16: 6–10:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 17: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: 7720 Airport Road, Temple

Don’t miss this chance to be inspired, amazed, and immersed in aviation history and excitement! Tickets & Info!

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Events this week:

• Central Texas AirFest - May 16 6:00-10:00 PM

  • Location: Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport

  • Description: We’re thrilled to return with another action-packed weekend, featuring the high-flying NextGen Eagles and the highly anticipated drone show—bigger and better than ever!

    Friday night will light up the sky with a spectacular drone show, a brand new twilight airshow, and a live concert to kick off the excitement.

• Central Texas AirFest - May 17 11:00 AM-5:00 PM

  • Location: Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport

  • Description: We’re thrilled to return with another action-packed weekend, featuring the high-flying NextGen Eagles and the highly anticipated drone show—bigger and better than ever!

    On Saturday, enjoy the full airshow, plus food trucks, vendors, static displays, and a Kid Zone for nonstop family fun!

• Books & Brews - May 17 12:00-6:00 PM

  • Location: Bold Republic Brewing Company

  • Description: Do you read fantasy, romantasy, thrillers, horrors or maybe you are a mood reader that reads a little bit of anything. Which ever reader you are we invite you to Books & Brews! We are organizing a book swap- bring a book and swap it with a new read!

    We will also have a vendor market, music, food and of course brews!

• PickleBall Tournament - May 17 8:30 AM

  • Location: The Commonwealth Texas

  • Description: Join us for the Inaugural Pickleball Tournament benefiting the Temple Children's Museum, proudly presented by Ciaburri Brand! This exciting event takes place on May 17th at The Commonwealth in Temple, Texas and helps support our mission at The Temple Children's Museum. Tickets!

• Brunch Paint Party: A Mother’s Love - May 17 11:00 AM-1:00 PM

  • Location: Cultural Activities Center

  • Description: Brunch and painting is a winning combination. Join the fun and bring a friend. Instructor will give step by step instructions but the canvas is yours to bring to life. This class is designed for the novice and those to seek to have social time while painting. 

• Beers & Belly Laughs - May 17 8:00 PM

  • Location: BJs Brewery Tasting Room

  • Description: Basura Triangle Productions and JustJoshingComedy are bringing you the best local and touring acts on the best Saturday of every month!

• Sunday Jazz Session - May 18 12:00 PM-2:00 PM

  • Location: Bird Creek Brewing Company

  • Description: The Norm Bergeron Jazz Quicktet is BACK in the Biergarden for Sunday Jazz Session May 18th 12-2P! Enjoy this killer jazz performance, and help us say farewell to Norm for his last Sunday Jazz Session, over steak and eggs and a beer cocktail for the perfect way to wrap up the weekend.

Live Music!

Friday, May 16

Mark Richey | Bo’s Barn Dance Hall | 8:00 PM

Brandon Ryder | Schoepfs BBQ | 6:30 PM Tickets!

Responsible Adults | Bird Creek Brewing Company | 7:00 PM

Shawn Culvin | Cultural Activites Center | 7:30 PM Tickets!

Saturday, May 17

Back of the Line Band | Bold Republic Brewing Co | 7:00 PM

Texas Double Shot | Bo’s Barn Dance Hall | 9:00 PM

To get your events added, please email us at [email protected]!