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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

  • 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
  • West Texas faces cold snap with snow chances and lists available shelters for those seeking to escape the freeze.  FOX West Texas

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

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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