Good morning, Abilene.

Abilene ISD's Morgan Jones Planetarium will host a double feature on Friday with Forward to the Moon and Mars: The Ultimate Voyage starting at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 and will be available in cash only beginning at 5 p.m. Friday.

Abilene ISD recognized 92 teachers by awarding Teacher Incentive Allotment Designations for outstanding classroom performance, with awards ranging from $4,564 – $20,667 annually over a five-year period.

The district will expand TIA eligibility in the 2025-26 school year to include additional subjects and schools.

Hardin-Simmons University is expanding its speech camp for 75 to 100 elementary students with a $3,000 grant from Community Foundation of Abilene’s Future Fund—adding music therapy and therapeutic riding to help children access summer therapy.

TxDOT has started resurfacing work on US Highway 180 in Snyder near East Highway 84— the work will move west toward the courthouse and cause brief parking delays downtown.

The project will finish by the end of April— drivers are urged to use caution in the work zones.

Kerri Pomarolli will perform her faith-filled comedy at Call Her Blessed on April 14th at 6:30 p.m. at 201 Mesquite Event Center in Abilene.

A luncheon hosted by Christian Homes and Family Services will start at 11:30 a.m. on the same day.

Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. Utah Tech Trailblazers

6:05 p.m. — ACU Crutcher Scott Baseball Field — Affordable tickets available — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Wildcats and Trailblazers live on the field.

Jarrod Morris Concert

7-8 p.m. — Lime Rock Amphitheater — All ages welcome — Enjoy a night of live country music with Jarrod Morris and special guest Cameron Wrinkle.

Easter Sunday Celebration

1-6 p.m. — Thirsty's BBQ & More — Family-friendly — Enjoy games and egg hunts for a delightful Easter experience in Clyde, TX.

Texas Trivia Luncheon

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — T&P Event Center — Check event page for cost — Test your Texas knowledge while enjoying a catered box lunch and prizes.

Zoobilation Gala 2025

12-5 a.m. — Abilene Zoo — Tickets required — Experience the rugged western frontier with live music, dancing, and bold cocktails.

Where Horses Heal the Soul

7-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Learn how equine-assisted therapies are transforming lives through a powerful documentary screening.

An Evening with David Sedaris

7-8:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets $49 - $79 — Enjoy a night of humor and storytelling from one of America's pre-eminent satire writers.

Rain - A Tribute To The Beatles

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Abilene Convention Center — $49-$69 — Experience the magic of The Beatles with this vibrant tribute performance.