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Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The second phase of the Cypress Street improvement project in downtown Abilene started, causing street closures with a project completion anticipated by end of 2025.  Abilene Reporter News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters swiftly responded to a significant house fire in Abilene, successfully evacuated neighboring residents, and are investigating the cause with no reported injuries.  KTXS
  • A water main break at Ambler Ave. and Minter Lane in north Abilene has led to dangerous driving conditions due to ice and freezing temperatures, with officials advising residents to avoid the area.  KTXS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A new Justice of the Peace has been appointed to finish Eddie Howard's term following his retirement.  FOX West Texas

EVENTS

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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.

    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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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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