Good morning, Abilene.

Abilene’s Jewish community has felt the strain from the conflict between Israel and Iran after a ceasefire deal announced June 23 halted 12 days of fighting; Dr. Marc M.

Orner expressed frustration over rising antisemitic vandalism at the local synagogue—he hopes the deal eases long-standing religious tensions.

Peppa Pig will visit the Abilene Zoo this Saturday for a muddy-puddly day of fun.

The ticketed event starts at 8 a.m. with breakfast provided by IHOP — it will include three live shows and three meet-and-greet sessions.

West Texas is set to meet data center power demands because local facilities need an exceptional amount of electricity and the region's overall demand is lower than in larger cities—making it attractive for power-intensive operations.

Police responded at 7 a.m. on Tuesday in north Abilene's 2300 block of North Danville after a neighbor altercation and found a 60-year-old woman fatally shot + officials report there is no threat to the public as the investigation continues.

McMurry University raised nearly $23 million in fiscal year 2025—the highest in its 102-year history—to fund student programs and campus improvements.

The record effort surpassed the 2022 total of $15.2 million by over 48% and comes as the university celebrates its centennial and welcomes new president Dr. Lynne Murray.

An Abilene resident in Butterfield Meadows made a DIY laminated street sign with packing tape after a cyberattack slowed the city's in-house sign printing, leaving intersections without proper traffic control.

City crews will finish printing and installing new traffic and street signs this week — addressing local safety concerns.

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.

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.

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.

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.

July Membership Meeting – Navigating Tough Conversations

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Texas Midwest Community Network — $20 — Gain valuable insights on navigating tough workplace conversations with confidence and clarity.

Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two Woman Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the multi-talented Vicki Lawrence in a humorous showcase of her iconic characters and storytelling.