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Abilene
Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 20-year-old Abilene man died in a motorcycle crash Monday night when he struck a truck on Treadaway Blvd (police said speed and poor lighting contributed) while his 20-year-old female passenger was airlifted with critical injuries. KTXS
- ➤ Emergency crews are on scene after a minor train derailment at South 3 and S Treadaway Blvd — officials report no injuries and plan to re-align the train after 4 p.m. while the road remains closed and traffic is rerouted. KTXS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Abilene Police Department records show drug abuse crimes rose from 703 in 2023 to 866 in 2024, raising concerns over meth use in the Big Country area. KTXS will interview Lieutenant Joshua Davis from the Narcotics unit to detail how the highly addictive synthetic drug affects community safety. KTXS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Abilene celebrated its 13th annual Children's Art and Literacy Festival on June 18th with new additions to the storybook garden and a full lineup of dramatic readings, book signings, craft activities + a marionette show that brought local families and out-of-town visitors together. The event, started in 2012 by the Cultural Affairs Council, also expanded its sculpture collection to 46 characters to engage children in literature and art. KACU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Daycares in Abilene are changing their outdoor play routines as summer heat rises and temperatures hit triple digits. At All God's Children Daycare, staff cut outdoor time to just 10 minutes in the shade—keeping children safe while they play indoors with games and water activities. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene ISD Superintendent Dr. John Kuhn said the STAAR test puts politics over teaching and hurts schools and communities. He added that lawmakers debated changes but chose to keep the test—leaving its impact on students, teachers, and property values to continue. KTXS
SHOP NEWS
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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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Back to the Future - Film Screening
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Paramount Theatre — $7 for adults, $6 for students, seniors, military, and children — Experience the sci-fi classic where time travel takes center stage.
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Della Rose Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Potosi Live — Check local listings for cost — Experience the eclectic sounds of Della Rose, a local duo blending country, rock, and Americana.
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