Good Day
Abilene
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Big Country Spectrum Connection expanded its leadership team by naming Caitlin Marchant as executive director to improve autism support for children. The nonprofit will boost funding and community resources and will host its 5th annual Autism Walk on April 4. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Abilene ISD plans to transform Purcell and Bowie Elementary into STEM-focused schools offering hands-on learning opportunities for students starting next year, as part of the Building Brighter Futures initiative to provide high-quality educational options. The change will support early skill development from kindergarten onward. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Concho Valley Action Agency has opened its assistance application window for local residents, who may apply online until 4:30 p.m. on Thursday (applications must be completed before the deadline). FOX West Texas
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene Taylor County Public Health District invites residents to complete the Community Health Needs Assessment to help identify local health needs and improve services + enter a prize drawing. KTXS
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Paramount Cabaret Under the Stars: Love on 42nd Street
7-10 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket includes performance and food — Experience an enchanting evening with Broadway's most beloved love songs under the stars.
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