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Abilene
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents with neighborhood improvement ideas can share suggestions at City of Abilene public hearings running from April 28 to May 2—one meeting is scheduled today from 10-11 a.m. at the Christian Service Center, and other sessions will be held at the Health Department Conference Room, South Branch Library, and Mockingbird Library. KTXS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Abilene woman was killed after being hit by a train near N. 1 and Willis St. shortly after 10 a.m. Tuesday — police are investigating the death. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Abilene residents who rely on CityLink’s ADA van service reported delays that have disrupted their vital medical appointments, with dialysis patient Kelly Page saying inconsistent arrival times jeopardize her treatment schedule — officials say more drivers will be recruited to address the shortage. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dog intake at the Pet Adoption & Resource Center was closed Tuesday and is closed today due to a respiratory illness affecting the shelter dogs. Officials explained that tests are underway—taking steps to stop the illness from spreading and protect the pet community. KTXS
- ➤ Camp Courage has opened registration for a summer session from June 2nd to 6th to help children in third through 12th grade cope with loss—campers join small peer groups for activities like pet therapy, memorialization, and yoga while paying a $10 fee each. KTXS
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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Big Country CASA’s Superhero 5K Fun Run
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Williams Performing Arts Center — Entry fee details not specified — Participate as a superhero to support children in need during this fun run.
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Paramount Laughs: Beningo & Boronkay
7-10 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — $19 - $29 — Enjoy a night of clean comedy with Andy Beningo and Bill Boronkay bringing laughter about family and marriage.
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Jake Hooker & The Outsiders Concert
10 PM — Taylor County Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for an evening of country music with Jake Hooker & The Outsiders.
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Etched in Embers Live Concert
8 PM - 2 AM — The Zone — $6.25 — Enjoy an electrifying night with Etched in Embers, fresh off their tour with Papa Roach and featuring local bands.
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Buffalo Gap Flea Market
11:00 PM - 10:59 PM — Buffalo Gap Flea Market — Free entry — Explore a variety of unique items at this leading local flea market.
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Lockjaw Concert
7-8 p.m. — The Zone — Ticket prices unknown — Experience the Monster Inside Texas Tour with top Texas bands in an electrifying live performance.
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Chamber Best Practices
9:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. — Texas State Technical College in Abilene (Downtown Campus) — $50/person incl. Resources and Lunch — Learn valuable strategies to enhance your business practices in the local community.
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Flying Bison Home Opener
7-11 p.m. — Walt Driggers Field — Free entry for kids under 3 — Kick off the 2025 season with giveaways and exciting baseball action as the Flying Bison face off against the Joplin Outlaws.
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Texas West Area Assembly Spring 2025
May 30 - June 1 — MCM Eleganté Suites Abilene — Pre-registration required — Connect and collaborate to preserve our legacy with a community-focused assembly.
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