Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local teams are competing today in the Western Heritage Classic chuckwagon cookoff held in Abilene, where each team cooks a traditional meal from provided ingredients using vintage methods. Participants use cast-iron tools and open fires to celebrate cowboy heritage and educate visitors about the chuckwagon's history. KTXS
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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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Finding Nemo Jr. Performance
Time not specified — Abilene Community Theatre Inc — Ticket prices not listed — Experience a magical student-led production of Finding Nemo Jr. with talented young performers.
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Abilene Cheer and Mascot Camp 2026
June 8-11 — Hardin-Simmons University — Athlete: $385, Coach: $315 — Participate in a fun and engaging cheerleading camp themed 'UNITE!'
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