Good Day
Abilene
Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the City hosts its annual Kids Fishing Derby at Celebration Bridge to celebrate Texas free fishing day—an event that honors a cherished local tradition. FOX West Texas
- ➤ The Chicken Farm is hosting 'Summer Pop' to welcome summer with a day of art+music+food for local residents. FOX West Texas
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ United Supermarkets said its Abilene store at 2160 Pine St. will close on July 19—this move comes as the company reviews its store operations and will support team members while directing guests to nearby locations. KTXS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Abilene police arrested 44-year-old Anthony Rangel Ortega on May 27 for a north Abilene shooting—officers found stolen items from local construction sites in his home as detectives search for additional victims. KTXS
- ➤ The Neves family is still searching for 25-year-old Jeremy Neves, who was last seen leaving Guitars and Cadillac's bar on April 3 at 11 p.m.—his cousin Shawn Murphy said search parties and a $4,000 reward are part of efforts to find him while his mom, who depends on him, remains deeply worried. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene fire station project is on-schedule, the department said. Officials will update the public as work continues — the work is moving along as planned. FOX West Texas
- ➤ Speed limit signs were installed on Schwartz Road after the Commissioners' Court unanimously approved a proposed decrease in speed limits — the new signs now enforce lower limits for drivers. FOX West Texas
- ➤ Dyess Air Force Base hosted a reunion with the B-1 Bomber Association on Friday to celebrate 40 years of B-1 operations. Past and present aircrew and maintainers attended a weapons loading demonstration and viewed static displays — marking the bomber's legacy. KTXS
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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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Walk with Noe 3K/5K Event
8 AM – 12 PM — Abilene Christian University — Participation fee required — Walk or run for a good cause in this annual community event.
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Breakthrough Basketball Attack & Counter Camp
N/A — Mon, Jul 7 – Wed, Jul 9 — Abilene Youth Sports Authority (AYSA) — Registration required — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and expert coaching in an empowering environment.
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