Belton

Established in 1850, Belton was the first town in Bell County and remains its county seat. Downtown Belton is one of Texas' most beautiful and celebrated downtown areas, and hosts a legendary 4th of July parade every year.

Belton is also home to the Bell County Expo Center - a perfect domed complex for rodeos, concerts, equine events, indoor sports, and the massive Bell County Comic Con.

Population (Estimated 2019): 22,885

ZIP Code: 76513

Area Code: 254

What’s Inside the Beautiful Historical Penelope House in Belton?

Belton, Texas is full of history, and if you've ever wanted to take a peek inside one of it's historical homes, here's your chance.

Toni Gee

UPDATE: Belton Police Need Help Finding Hit-And-Run Driver

Police say a woman previously sought as a person of interest has come forward and been cleared of wrongdoing, and they're still searcing for a suspect.

Aaron Savage

Concerned About Getting Both The Flu and COVID Vaccine? Central Texans Are Apprehensive

With almost half the state of Texas vaccinated for COVID, and the other half not, you have to assume there is a number of people concerned about taking both vaccines for flu and COVID.
Seeing as though you may suffer normal side effects from taking both, Alex Gibbs from KWTX did an interesting stor…

Trey the Choklit Jok

Join The Belton Family Camp Out to Discover Nature and Fun!

Are you and the kids tired of being cooped up? The city of Belton has your solution!

Toni Gee

Belton I-35 Shooting Victim From Euless Has Died

Police have released the identity of a man who was fatally shot on I-35 earlier this month, and they're hoping the public can help solve this murder.

Aaron Savage

Here Are 10 Cool Central Texas AirBnB’s You Should Check Out

If you are curious about what kind of Airbnb rentals this area has to offer, take a few minutes of your time and check these out!
I was on Airbnb's website last week booking a place for relatives who are coming to visit and ran across a few really cool spots in the area...

Trey the Choklit Jok

Four Bell County Mayors Have An Important Warning For Their Citizens

The mayors of Harker Heights, Temple, Killeen, and Belton have penned a letter about the dire situation at local hospitals due to the rapid spread of COVID-19.

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Belton Native Destinee Batista is Making Us Proud Aboard the USS Iwo Jima

Petty Officer 2nd Class Destinee Batista is a 2017 Belton High School graduate who's accomplishing great things while serving her country in the U.S. Navy.

Aaron Savage

Someone in Belton Is a Million Dollars Richer Today Thanks to a Scratcher

Belton seems to be a good luck hot spot lately!

Aaron Savage

Perfect Timing, New Belton Store Offering Homeschooling Supplies and Classes

More and more parents are turning to homeschooling during this pandemic, and a new store in Belton will offer much needed supplies.

Toni Gee