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Abilene
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KACU celebrated 40 years in public radio and launched a sustainability campaign to raise $500,000 after losing CPB funding; early matching funds (up to $150,000) mean every donation now goes twice as far for future operations in West Texas. KACU
- ➤ Houses for Healing partners with Abilene ISD to build ten homes that offer free lodging for families with loved ones in the hospital. Abilene ISD construction students are building the first home to learn real world skills (the program may later include additional districts). KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Heath Blassingame, revived multiple times after a severe heart attack in September, credited the Impella pump at Hendrick Health for easing his heart strain. During American Heart Month, the hospital expanded its outreach (15 outreaches in the Big Country) to deliver timely cardiac care to rural patients. KTXS
- ➤ The 22nd Annual Autism Extravaganza will take place on Feb. 24 at the Hunter Welcome Center (ACU) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free event, provided by Region 14 Education Service Center, will offer workshops, resources and community building for educators, caregivers and families affected by autism. Abilene Reporter News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McMurry University alumnus Karl Scott makes history as the first War Hawk to join the NFL's biggest game — he will serve as Seattle Seahawks coach at Levi's Stadium this Sunday at 5:30 p.m. 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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The Killer Dueling Pianos
8 PM — Fun Town RV Event Center — $19.50 — Enjoy an entertaining night of live dueling piano performances in Abilene.
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Kolby Cooper Live
7-11 p.m. — Potosi Live — Ticketed event — Experience the heartfelt storytelling of Kolby Cooper, a rising star in Texas country music.
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K-POP WARRIORS Live Show
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Taylor County Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience stunning choreography and the vibrant energy of K-Pop hits live on stage.
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Monster X Tour
1:30-11:30 p.m. — Taylor Telecom Arena — Tickets from $71 — Experience the thrill of Monster X Tour with jaw-dropping stunts and entertainment.
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