Second Grade Killeen Student Publishes Coloring Book

Central Texas is known for housing a ton of amazing talent. From athletes to performers and scientist, it's a melting pot of creatives and goal getters. So it's no surprise that little Miss Cheyenne Smith of Killeen, Texas is trendsetting at such an early age.

Meet 6-year-old, newly published author Cheyenne Smith.

Cheyenne is a 2nd grade student who enjoys a number of hobbies such as drawing, dancing, gymnastics, and we can't forget coloring! She set out to be an inspiration for girls all over the world with her new coloring book titled 'Cheyenne Says: A Motivational Coloring Book For Black Girls'.

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This remarkable young lady's coloring book was inspired by a personal exercise Cheyenne participated in with her younger sisters. The coloring book is more than just an exercise to keep busy, but more of a tool to empower and encourage girls of color.

This 30-page coloring book is all about building a Black girl's confidence, self-esteem, and imagination through the use of positive affirmations and images that is representative of them.

Cheyenne wants to spread a message to girls all over the world. She wants them to know that they are intelligent and beautiful.

People from all over are supporting Cheyenne by purchasing a copy of 'A Motivational Coloring Book For Black Girls,' and you can too! The soft back coloring book is available for purchase on Amazon Prime for only $7. To purchase your copy, click here.

This would make the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys coloring!

Cheyenne, we are so proud of you and hope to see more books in the future. Keep up the good work.

5 Sweet Bakeries To Check Out In Killeen, Texas

We all get a sweet tooth every now and then right?

But what do we do when it happens?

Do you go to the kitchen and bake a cake? Maybe hook up some cupcakes?

Cookies? perhaps?

Or do you visit the grocery store or your favorite bakery?

If your choice is to visit your favorite bakery I got a few bakeries that caught my eye that you may want to check out here in the Killeen area, if there's one or two we didn't mention that you go to, by all means, let us know!

In the meantime check out these 5 bakeries in Killeen:

Here Are 6 New Businesses That Opened In Killeen, Texas in 2021

I've watched the local news for a long time just to get in tune with current events weather etc.

Once a week there used to be a food critic who had a feature on the news, and he would visit different restaurants in the city and taste their food on camera.

Tamika, one of our account executives here at the station, saw the same types of food reviews on the news and suggested it would be a good idea that I do the same thing with businesses and restaurants here in Killeen.

And here we are today!

So far, I've visited 5 Killeen restaurants and one out in Temple with 6 different vibes and food choices.

7 Seafood Restaurants in Killeen and Harker Heights You Need To Check Out

You don't have to travel to the coast to find great seafood. There are plenty of places right here in Central Texas that serve it up fresh and serve it up right. These are just a handful of our favorites. Did yours make the list? If not, let us know what we should try next!

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