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Friday, January 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • All Kind Animal Initiative in Abilene, Texas, urgently requests community support for adopting, fostering, and volunteering to avoid having to limit intake hours or make hard decisions due to being at full capacity.  KTXS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Abilene Mayor Weldon Hurt will highlight the city's achievements and future plans in the 2025 State of the City Address next week at the DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center.  KTXS
  • The Abilene City Council retreat at City Hall will focus on discussing major projects like airport expansion and water infrastructure, with no voting actions planned.  KTXS
  • Miguel Espinoza, a certified public accountant, is set to announce his candidacy for Place Five on the Abilene City Council, challenging incumbent Kyle McAllister.  KTXS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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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].

    Fri, 2/14/25

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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!

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • Open House at Lakefront Property on Gathright Drive

    This open house features a spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with lakefront views, modern amenities, and an expansive layout.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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  • Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Youngstown State Penguins Doubleheader

    The Abilene Christian Wildcats face off against the Youngstown State Penguins in a baseball doubleheader at the ACU Crutcher Scott Baseball Field, with a portion of ticket sales supporting various causes.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Youngstown State Penguins Baseball Game

    Watch the Abilene Christian Wildcats face off against the Youngstown State Penguins in a baseball game at the ACU Crutcher Scott Baseball Field.

    Sun, 2/23/25

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  • Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions Baseball Game

    Watch the Abilene Christian Wildcats face off against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions in a lively baseball matchup at Crutcher Scott Field.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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