Good morning, Abilene.

Westminster Presbyterian Church and the IRC launched New Roots Garden on May 2 to offer 11 garden boxes for local refugees to cultivate produce and reconnect with familiar farming skills—helping them build new roots in Abilene.

Abilene's main library is moving 280,000 items to Heritage Square, where an expanded children’s area (including a themed forest room) will serve community members; the new location will reopen Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m.

USPS announced a rate increase effective July 13 that will raise a Forever stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents and adjust other mailing prices by about 4.8%, a change aimed to sustain operations; local residents who rely on post office boxes should be ready for these adjustments—plan ahead.

New government documents released Friday reveal a UFO sighting near Abilene on Jan.

1, 1948 — witness A. Schroeder saw a bell-shaped blue-green glow low on the western horizon briefly at 1:25 and 1:30 a.m., with the object reappearing five minutes later.

The Western Heritage Classic held its first Top Dog Competition at the Taylor County Expo Center on May 9, where cattle dogs showcased herding skills — Derk Robinson and his border collie Gus won the contest.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!'