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

Give Yourself Time As You Travel On I-35 In Belton This Week

I left out of the house early this morning thinking I'd make it to work on time, but the traffic on I-35 had other plans.
I'm thinking to myself wow there must have been an accident because as soon as you get to Belton on 190 the traffic slows down and sometimes completely stops.
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Trey the Choklit Jok

PHOTOS: Did You Know Two Lost Towns Lie Beneath the Placid Waters of Belton Lake?

Beneath the placid waters of Belton Lake lay the bones of two towns where people you know may have grown up.

Aaron Savage

Here are Some Fun Things You Still Have Time to Do Before School Starts

As we head into July, it may seem like school is getting closer and closer, but there is still plenty of time to squeeze every bit of fun out of summer.

Aaron Zytle (AZ)

US105 Hit Scores Pizza & Wings in Belton for Tasty Tuesday

We visited Scores in Belton for the latest Tasty Tuesday. AZ sampled the food and talked with the owner about what makes Scores a great local business.

Aaron Zytle (AZ)

It’s Time for A Bang, Belton 4th of July Celebration Has Arrived

The 4th of July is around the corner, but you can celebrate all week long in Belton!

Toni Gee

Belton Police Need Your Help, Let’s Play Identify the Suspects

Two people suspected of stealing a security camera had no idea that they'd activated it after the theft and recorded themselves for hours.

Toni Gee

Did Someone Leave an RG III Rookie Card at the Belton Dam for a G

While taking some photos at the Belton Dam, I came across an artifact I believe was placed there deliberately, and my imagination is going wild.

Aaron Savage

How Something So Beautiful Can Look So Trashy

The Belton Dam has a trash problem that ruins the view for everyone.

Aaron Zytle (AZ)

Free Ticket Friday: Summer Fun in Belton

Free ticket Fridays roll into summer with family day passes to Summer Fun Waterpark in Belton! Just tap the app for your chance to win.

Aaron Savage

New Bell County Museum Exhibit Will Honor Central Texas Sports Greats

Did you know there are several prominent sports figures who came from Central Texas?
The Bell County Museum is honoring those local players and coaches with a special exhibit.

Aaron Zytle (AZ)