Good Day
Abilene
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several local businesses opened or resumed operations in May, including Sun Laundromat, La Aguila food truck, and Abilene Heritage Square — while the long-standing Farilito restaurant closed and was listed for sale. New projects like Fuego Tortilla Grill and a fifth McDonald's will begin operations soon. Abilene Reporter News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Abilene ISD offers free summer meals for children and teens 18 and under at several sites from June 1 to July 17. Breakfast and lunch are served at locations such as the Abilene Zoo and YMCA-Redbud (no registration is needed). KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents near Hamby's AI data center are asking city officials for answers on how its closed-loop cooling system recycles Abilene water, and they urge a public meeting at city hall to address worries about effects during the ongoing drought (concerns include potential impacts on water rates and local daily use). KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Clancy Denis has been sober for 17 years after battling meth addiction with help from Serenity House and a job at Star Dodge. He encourages others struggling with addiction to seek help and rebuild their lives. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene-based Hendrick Health CEO Brad Holland is stepping down after more than seven years, and the board has named Kirk Canada as interim leader while a nationwide search for a permanent successor begins (Canada’s experience in local health operations supports the transition). KTXS
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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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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.
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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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