Abilene Local News – Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.

FINANCE NEWS

➤ Many locals are setting new financial resolutions as 2026 begins, with finance expert Jody Jones urging residents to plan budgets and save for unexpected expenses. Jones offers guidance + concrete steps for gradually building an emergency fund while avoiding major financial strain. KTXS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Abilene City Council is discussing a proposal to build an RV park for data center workers on Elmdale Road with 945 living spaces + two parking spots per site. The council will review the plan on Jan. 8 as bus service is planned to ease future traffic concerns. KTXS

ABILENE EVENTS

EVENTS

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ABILENE REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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ABILENE JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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ABILENE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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