Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Abilene Habitat for Humanity is building a home with about 100 women volunteers that will be finished in about two months — a project that empowers women and teaches essential building skills. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene Environmental Health Division released restaurant scores from March 9 to 13 showing top marks of 99 at Whataburger and lower scores at DK, with several locations correcting violations on site to meet food safety standards. Abilene Reporter News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hendrick Health will host the Health 101 Wellness Fair May 2 at the Mall of Abilene from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event offers 40 booths, seminars and a blood drive — a chance to learn preventive health strategies. Abilene Reporter News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Abilene will host the richest steer wrestling event at Taylor Telecom Arena from March 27 to 29 (presented by Cedar Gap Wealth Management). Qualifier rounds begin Friday, with autograph signings and a benefit auction Saturday and finals at 2 p.m. on Sunday that offer a $100,000 payout to 40 top wrestlers. Abilene Reporter News
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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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Abilene Ducks Unlimited Annual Dinner
6 PM – 12 AM — 201 Mesquite Event Center — Tickets required — Celebrate wildlife conservation while enjoying a lavish banquet.
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