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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Alicia Soto reported that two West Texas food banks are getting ready for the annual Stamp Out Hunger drive, the nation’s largest food drive led by the National Association of Letter Carriers, to help fight hunger, and letter carriers will soon hit the streets with donations + local support.  FOX West Texas

CRIME NEWS

  • Joey Leal said his family's 1999 BBQ pit was stolen from the Little Joe Movers shop at 1699 N Treadaway in the last 24 hours and a recording of the burglary is under review along with several other missing items — a reward is offered for any tips on its whereabouts.  KTXS

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Students from Hardin-Simmons University and other local schools are graduating this month and will soon look for work. Some plan to get state boards certification and enter cyber security or continue studies in Occupational Therapy at Abilene Christian—showing they are optimistic about building local careers.  KTXS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Director of Water Utilities said the city resumed scalping water from the Clear Fork of Brazos River after a pipeline repair (west of Lakeport Phantom Hill) to address resident questions.  KTXS
  • Four Abilene Police Department K9 teams earned awards at the U.S. Police Canine Trials and received certifications in narcotics training—teams led by Officers Kevin Easley, Tim Cox, Andrew Squyres and Jacob Kartchner placed in Patrol, Evidence Detection, Tracking and Narcotics categories.  KTXS

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 5/14/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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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.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • KCDConcert! 2025

    2-5 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Children 5 and under free — Experience an enchanting afternoon of dance as Key City Dance Co. presents their 5th annual recital 'Under the Stars'.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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  • Abilene: Tales of Home

    7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Free entry — Historian Jay Moore shares engaging and humorous tales about Abilene, Texas, connecting locals with their rich history.

    Tue, 6/3/25

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  • Blue October Concert

    7-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — $39 - $99 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Blue October as they perform live in concert.

    Wed, 6/4/25

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  • Abilene: Big Country NCA Cheer/Mascot Camp 2025

    1 PM – 12 PM — Hardin-Simmons University — $175-$390 — Cheer and mascot enthusiasts gather for a four-day camp full of fun and learning.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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