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Abilene
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brown County officials will choose a new emergency alert provider on Monday, Mar. 16 after CodeRED went offline from a November cyberattack - residents are urged to use alternative warning channels until the new system is set up. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Retired Navy pilot Matthew Buckley discussed his battle with post-traumatic stress injury and urged Americans to check on veterans who return from service. Through his No Fallen Heroes Foundation he is pushing for mental health treatment so veterans can heal. KTXS
- ➤ An Abilene family is raising funds for a bone marrow transplant in India for a 23-year-old local man who has battled sickle cell anemia his whole life and now suffers from aplastic anemia — his treatment could bring new hope after years of pain. KTXS
- ➤ During inspections from March 2 to 6, the Environmental Health Division found expired meat and leaky sinks at several local restaurants—issues that were promptly corrected on site to keep food safe. Abilene Reporter News
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Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9:00 p.m. — The Pour House — Tickets required — Celebrate St. Patrick's early with games, contests, and festive cheer throughout downtown Abilene.
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Outlaws and Legends Music Festival - 2 Day Pass
6:00 PM – 12:15 AM — The Back Porch of Texas — $268 - $299 — Enjoy a weekend of live music from top artists at this exciting festival in Abilene.
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Abilene Idol at the Paramount Theatre
7-10 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Proceeds benefit Chorus Abilene — A delightful night of local talent competing in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
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Wade Bowen Live
7-11 p.m. — Potosi Live — $30 general admission — Experience the captivating country music of Wade Bowen with opener Caleb Sutton And The High Stakes.
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2026 Steamboat Challenge
7:30-10:29 a.m. — Buffalo Gap Community Center — Save up to $10 — Conquer scenic hills in a timed running challenge featuring 5k, 10k, and half marathon options.
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ArtWalk: Flower Faire
12-4 p.m. — Center For Contemporary Arts — Free entry — Celebrate spring with art vendors, food trucks, and festive activities for all ages.
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