Good Day
Abilene
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stephens Central Library's Makerspace is offering summer fun for families today + the creative space helps ease parents' cost concerns amid rising gas prices. FOX West Texas
- ➤ Abilene Heritage Square opened today with a new library, science center and community spaces — a hub for local events and gatherings — that local officials say will boost neighborhood engagement. FOX West Texas
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Western Heritage Classic brought 28,457 visitors this past weekend to Abilene, boosting local businesses by an estimated $1.7M while James Leddy Boots experienced an 80% rise in customers seeking custom boots. Owner Alvaro Santos said visitors were drawn to true Texas heritage and experienced the unique bootmaking service. KTXS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Abilene residents face higher gas prices as AAA reports a more than 30-cent spike this week and nearly $1.40 increase since the Iran war began — families plan to travel this summer despite rising fill-up costs. Drivers say tighter budgets force them to rethink their driving routines. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ray's Reptile Rescue held an educational session at Ward Elementary on May 1 where students safely handled snakes, lizards & turtles along with an 8-foot boa. The nonprofit aims to teach reptile care and rescue while engaging the local community. Abilene Reporter News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Riders and ranch horses competed at the 2026 Ranch Horse National Finals on May 8 in Abilene — the event showcased talent and teamwork among local competitors. Abilene Reporter News
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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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