Good Day
Abilene
Tuesday, January 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Texas faces cold snap with snow chances and lists available shelters for those seeking to escape the freeze. FOX West Texas
- ➤ Construction on the Cypress Street Improvement Project in Abilene has resumed with the aim to enhance pedestrian safety and downtown aesthetics, expected to conclude by year's end. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lynn Murry is set to become McMurry University's 11th president, succeeding Sandra Harper who led significant initiatives including the pursuit of becoming a Hispanic-serving institution and navigating challenges such as COVID-19 and denomination issues. KACU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Abilene, Texas prepares for a winter storm forecasted to bring up to seven inches of snow, with city departments readying roads, warming shelters, and safety measures. KTXS
TRAVEL NEWS
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Chad Cooke Band Live at Heff’s Burger & Bar
Chad Cooke Band will perform live at Heff’s Burger & Bar in Abilene, providing an engaging evening of music.
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Car Auction Event in Abilene, TX
A live car auction in Abilene, TX featuring over 280 vehicles available for bidding, alongside opportunities for vehicle previews and a variety of auction bidding methods.
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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus: The Musical
This engaging children's musical, based on Mo Willems' beloved Pigeon books, showcases the wily Pigeon as he takes on a challenge when the Bus Driver faces a crisis.
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