Good Day
Abilene
Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers gathered at Elmwood Funeral Home and Memorial Park to honor fallen veterans by placing flags on headstones for Memorial Day—Eric Rasmussen from the Dyess Fire Department said the event recognizes the sacrifices of military members and their families. KTXS
- ➤ Local splash pads are opening for the summer season in several communities, including Abilene—which now has parks like Grover Nelson, Redbud, Arthur Sears, Stevenson, Scarborough and Coach James Valentine open from dusk until dawn. Brownwood, Cisco, Clyde and Sweetwater also offer splash pads with hours set by each city. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Duke Appiah, a professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, received a national award at the American Association for Cancer Research meeting in Chicago for his important work studying cancer differences — his research helps women and doctors better understand risks and treatment options. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Texas game warden James Cummings advised boaters to only use approved life jackets, fire extinguishers, and proper registration as lakes fill up over Memorial Day weekend—recent rains have made hidden debris and higher water levels a risk. He also warned that intoxicated boating is as unsafe as driving while impaired. KTXS
- ➤ After a three-year delay, Abilene State Park began renovating its historic pool — contractors removed loose concrete from the coping and gutters as shown in a Facebook post by Park Assistant Superintendent Candyce Johnson. The park will replace the coping, install new tile, and repair the pump room and pool deck — the pool is expected to reopen next summer while the rest of the park remains open for outdoor activities. KTXS
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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.
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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.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Della Rose Live Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — The Ice House at LSDG — $10 cover — Enjoy a captivating blend of country, rock, and Americana from local duo Della Rose.
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Abilene Sip & Social
6-8 p.m. — Front Porch Coffee Co. & Bakery — Free entry — Connect, learn, and share in a supportive evening focused on special education resources.
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Seussical Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a colorful adaptation of Dr. Seuss' beloved characters in a magical musical journey.
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Decades Run 5K
12 AM — Abilene Christian University — Registration required — Participate in a fun run benefiting mental health services for local youth.
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