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Recent articles by Brian:
Mayor Anthony Williams gifted state flag for 20 years of service to Abilene
Williams has served longer than any other elected official in Abilene's history. → Read More
Early voting in 2021 constitutional election kicks off Monday
There are two voting locations in addition to the Taylor County Plaza. → Read More
Abilene police investigating possible homicide
Police identified the victim as 23-year-old Adrian Esteban Vizzerra of Abilene. → Read More
Abilene's Deputy City Manager Mindy Patterson found her 'niche' in local government
From the back room to the board room, Mindy Patterson's 30-year career arc with the city of Abilene has been a fun ride, she said. → Read More
Lale, late B.J. Estes named chamber's 'Outstanding Citizens of the Year'
Lale Estes and her late husband, Dr. B.J. Estes, were recognized Thursday evening by the Abilene Chamber of Commerce as Abilene’s 2021 Outstanding Citizens of the Year. The physician who served Abilene beginning in 1957 died Sept. 9, 2020. The award was to be presented by the 2020 winners, Larry and Mary Gill, at the chamber's annual meeting at the Abilene Convention Center. This year’s… → Read More
Taylor County commissioners approve 90-day burn ban
Commissioners also approve early voting schedule and election day vote centers for the Nov. 2 election. → Read More
Amazon delivery station coming to Abilene, Development Corporation says
The online giant plans to lease a warehouse in the DCOA’s Five Points Business Park in Abilene to house a "last mile" facility. → Read More
Abilene City Council approves funding for downtown hotel
Funding means project will move forward toward construction. → Read More
United Airlines canceling air service in and out of Abilene Regional Airport Oct. 1
The air service announced it will cancel air service in and out of Abilene Regional Airport as of Oct. 1, 2021. → Read More
Drop by drop: Abilene water utility unveils smart meter features
Abilene water customers with smart meters installed can now examine hourly use. → Read More
2 men swept over Fort Phantom Hill Reservoir spillway found
Emergency crews were called to Fort Phantom Hill Reservoir late Tuesday afternoon after two men who were tubing were swept over the spillway. → Read More
Abilene's Adventure Cove splashes down for 2021 return
After being adrift at sea throughout 2020, the water park hopes to slide back into swimmers' hearts post pandemic. → Read More
Abilene police investigate report of not-so 'dead body'
Other incidents recently worked by police include theft, burglary, assault. → Read More
Taylor County Commissioners approve retirement for Precinct 4 J.P. Frank Cleveland
Commissioners also extend ambulance contract through September, may discuss going out for bids. → Read More
Hutchison's journey from prison to advocate highlights Mental Health Awareness Month
Taking time out for personal assessment - and seeking help, if needed - is essential, experts say. → Read More
Abilene rainfall runs ahead of normal, with more moisture expected
Rain won't go away, according to the National Weather Service, at least anytime soon. → Read More
Abilene police arrest man on injury to a child charges
Other incidents recently worked by police include public intoxication, theft, burglary. → Read More
Update: Abilene Gives surpasses $1M with less than 6 hours to go
Go to www.abilenegives.org to donate to more than 130 nonprofits. → Read More
Abilene, Gov. Abbott announces Great Lakes Cheese Co. bringing 510 jobs to city
DCOA, with support from Gov. Greg Abbott, announced Friday that Great Lakes Cheese Co. is opening an operation in the city, creating up to 510 jobs. → Read More
World's Largest Rattlesnake Roundup 2021 slithers into Sweetwater
After the COVID-19 pandemic cut attendance last year, World's Largest Rattlesnake Roundup in Sweetwater expects bigger crowds this weekend. → Read More