Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Abilene.
🏘️ Community
Volunteers placed flags on fallen veterans' graves at Elmwood Funeral Home and Memorial Park on Friday morning to honor military service during Memorial Day weekend.
Veteran firefighter Cliff Conn, who has helped for 20 years, and volunteer Fawn Wheeler, active for four years, led the tribute for lasting remembrance.
🎓 Education
Bill Enriquez will retire from the AISD School Board at the end of the month after decades advocating for vocational education.
His efforts spurred the creation of the Leadership and Innovation in Future Technologies Center (LIFT) for technical programs.
🏛️ Government
As Memorial Day nears, the state insurance department advises Abilene residents leaving town to secure their homes and check their coverage.
The agency recommends following these steps to help protect properties during the summer travel season.
The historic pool at Abilene State Park has remained closed due to renovation delays despite completed structural repairs & ongoing equipment replacements.
Texas Parks & Wildlife officials secured a new contract in 2024 and are continuing repairs, leaving the reopening date undetermined.
📰 Real Estate
Farolito's, a longtime Abilene restaurant since 1936, is closing its doors and its property at 209 Cottonwood is now for sale for $500,000.
The sale includes a well-known dining room—plus a large unused bar space and an attached home that once housed the family business.
🎉 Abilene Events
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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.
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!'
Culinary Camp Junior A
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — The LIFT Center — $200 Non-Members | $175 Grace Members — Young chefs learn cooking basics while preparing meals to enjoy and share.
Nike Volleyball Camp at Abilene Youth Sports Association
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Abilene Youth Sports Authority — $399 — Hone your volleyball skills with expert coaching in a fun and engaging environment.
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