Good Day
Abilene
Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thunderbird pilot Maj. Zachary Taylor visits Abilene's Dyess AFB to prepare for an April air show, ensuring a top-notch experience for attendees. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene will commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events including a prayer breakfast, community cleanup, march, and celebration banquet. Abilene Reporter News
- ➤ Anson's Meals on Wheels operation moved its kitchen to Abilene, with volunteers adapting smoothly to ensure continued meal deliveries. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene Police Officer Daniel Hennig, who served as a School Resource Officer, passed away after a brief illness, prompting condolences to his family and department. KTXS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Joe Barrington shared insights on his 45-year art career and creative process, focusing on his oversized sculpture works, during a talk with the Abilene Creative Arts Club. Abilene Reporter News
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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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Lita Ford Live Concert in Abilene, TX
Renowned rock guitarist Lita Ford, known for her influential career and hits from the 1970s and 1980s, will perform live at the Abilene Convention Center.
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Make Valentine's Day Great Again at Circa 1880!
Join us at Circa 1880 for a Valetine's dinner of Smoked Beef Tenderloin, Stuffed Mushrooms, Pesto Mac N Cheese, Delicious Desserts (Red Velvet Cake, Key Lime Pie, Black Forest Cheesecake) and Live Music from Abilene’s Cash and the Change. Make Valentine’s Day special for your special someone by making your reservation soon at 325-269-9789 or [email protected].
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Chocolate Fest
Join the Swenson House for Chocolate Fest and enjoy 7 tasting stations of chocolate and wine pairings! Tickets start at $40 and include door prizes, while VIP tickets are $55 and include 1 hour early entry, commemorative glass, and hors d'oeuvres!
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