Good Day
Abilene
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ J & M Sweet Shop, at 3365 S. 14th St across from River Oaks Shopping Center, opened on March 28 offering unique soft serve ice cream in classics and special flavors like cinnamon red hot. It operates on selected weekdays and weekends, with early closures on Wednesdays in April. Abilene Reporter News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Multimedia journalist Tori Garcia and photographer Joe Fry of KTXS News earned a win at the Texas Broadcast News Awards Saturday night in Austin for their Feature (Light) Story, 'Abilene’s Hidden Gem: D and W Underground', which highlights an Abilene event space with over 100 neon signs. KTXS
- ➤ The Abilene Society of Model Railroaders celebrated 35 years during an open house this past weekend at 1802 Pecan St. that featured detailed model layouts of our city's railroad history. It holds Saturday meetings at 10 a.m. and Tuesday sessions from 7 to 8:30 p.m. + tours. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dyess Air Force Base held an induction ceremony on April 13 for new staff sergeants who will mentor junior Airmen and uphold high standards. The event marked a key career milestone + set the stage for continued leadership development at the base. KTXS
- ➤ The Reagan County Sheriff's Office is seeking tips in Abilene and surrounding areas to locate the next of kin of Ronald Gene Holden, 72, who died on Apr. 5 in Big Lake. Residents with information are asked to call 325-884-2424. KTXS
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Abilene was named one of the Top 100 Places To Live by Livability.com today, scoring 686 out of 1,000. The city earned praise for its affordable housing, short commutes, and quality of life benefits for families * especially military residents. Abilene Reporter News
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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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