Good Day
Abilene
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fieldhouse Abilene is building a new facility at Maple Street and South 27th Street near D-Bat and Abilene State School. It will feature pickleball courts, a basketball court, and indoor and outdoor football fields plus traditional fitness equipment and recovery machines, with construction expected to finish in 2027. KTXS
- ➤ The Christian Service Center is hosting an Abilene Gives fundraiser on Tuesday (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) at 3185 N 10th St to raise $40,000 for rental and dental assistance programs that help local families. KTXS
- ➤ The Food Bank of West Central Texas opened an expanded facility during a ribbon-cutting on Wednesday, adding a drive-thru mobile pantry and community space that will boost food access across 17 counties (including targeted distributions for older residents in Taylor County). The event coincided with Abilene’s Feeding Neighbors Day. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Abilene ISD honored its top seniors (Class of 2026) on Wednesday at Abilene High, Cooper High and ATEMS ahead of graduation ceremonies on May 22 and May 23. Principals recognized the best students based on grade point average. KTXS
- ➤ Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas hosted a networking event to honor nearly 70 student interns from area schools as they celebrated completed internships — forging connections with industry and education partners for future postsecondary training. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District warned residents that live backyard poultry may carry salmonella bacteria even if healthy and advised children under 5 to avoid close contact, urging proper handwashing after handling birds (or items they touched). KTXS
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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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Big Country Veterans Expo and Car Show
9 AM - 2 PM — Taylor County Coliseum — Free entry — Discover essential resources for veterans while enjoying a fun car show.
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Jay Moore: News from Abilene
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets $12 — Enjoy an evening of storytelling and laughter with historian Jay Moore as he shares tales from Abilene.
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Parkside Live at The Big Country Beer Garden
8-11 p.m. — The Big Country Beer Garden — Ticket required — Dance the night away with local favorites Parkside bringing the party to Abilene.
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Fleetwood X - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the nostalgic sound and style of Fleetwood Mac performed live by America's premiere tribute band.
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~ Andrew Carnegie
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