Good Day
Abilene
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Big Country Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale online ends today at noon at Modern Living Mall at the Taylor County Expo Center — in-person sales begin tomorrow at 8 a.m. Abilene Reporter News
- ➤ Nonprofit owner Alexis Ferguson runs Analie Acres, a local farm animal rescue and mobile petting zoo providing community events with a rotating group of over 50 animals. She will relocate the farm to a larger site by September * offering local visitors more opportunities to enjoy hands-on animal encounters. Abilene Reporter News
- ➤ Abilene ranked 63rd on Livability.com’s list of best places to live in America for 2026, thanks to strong scores in housing, education, safety and transportation (factors that many residents credit for its appeal). KTXS
- ➤ Photos from March 26 show behind the scenes at Analie Acres (a nonprofit mobile petting zoo run by Alexis Ferguson) in West Central Texas, highlighting the rescue's care for neglected farm animals and its positive public outreach. Abilene Reporter News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arrow Ford Motors honored Morgan Parvin in this week’s Teacher Tribute at Wylie East Intermediate School; students + parents praised her 10 years of dedicated teaching and consistent kindness in the classroom. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene Public Library announced the temporary closure of its Main Library at 202 Cedar St. today at 6:00 p.m. as it moves to its new home at Abilene Heritage Square — it will reopen on Saturday, May 16 with holds available at the South Branch during the transition. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ April is National Donate Life Month, and Hendrick Health will honor organ donors with flag raising ceremonies on Thursday, Apr. 9 at 11 a.m., Thursday, Apr. 16 at 11 a.m. and Apr. 29 at 10 a.m. at its Abilene and Brownwood campuses. KTXS
- ➤ Hendrick Health will hold flag ceremonies in April to honor organ donors & promote awareness of organ donation. The events will be hosted at its local facility to recognize donors’ contributions. FOX West Texas
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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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5K Run & 1 Mile Walk – Heirs to the Throne
9 AM – 3 PM — Redbud Park — Registration required — Family-friendly run and walk to support local mentorship programs and retreats.
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Toadies Live at Potosi
7-10 p.m. — Fun Town RV Event Center — All Ages — Experience Toadies performing their new album 'The Charmer' crafted with the legendary Steve Albini.
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Bob Dylan Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Abilene Convention Center — Tickets on sale Dec 12 — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan on the final stop of his U.S. tour showcasing his iconic songwriting.
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Big Country CASA’s Superhero 5K
9-10:30 a.m. — Williams Performing Arts Center — Registration required — Race to support CASA and enjoy a superhero-themed fun run.
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2026 RHAA National Finals
10 AM – 10 AM — Western Heritage Classic — Entry fees apply — Watch some of the best ranch horses and riders compete for championship titles in Abilene, Texas.
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24K Magic: Bruno Mars Tribute Show
7-8 p.m. — Potosi Live — $30 and $57 — Experience the electrifying energy of the #1 Bruno Mars tribute band while supporting a scholarship fund.
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TLCA Eagles Spring Market
4-7 p.m. — Elm Creek at Wylie Subdivision — Support local vendors — Enjoy a fun shopping experience with student and local vendors for Mother’s Day weekend.
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