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Abilene
Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene Zoo will say goodbye to its lions Kenya and Dixie on June 29 as part of the Lion Species Survival Plan—preparing the way for a new exhibit with a two-story café opening next year. Visitors are encouraged to see the lions this week before they leave. KTXS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 25th, the critically endangered Mangshan Pit Viper laid a clutch of eggs at Abilene Zoo — with fewer than 500 snakes remaining in the wild, each breeding marks a vital step for the species — the zoo reported. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Ted Cruz said Dyess Air Force Base is vital to national defense—housing a B-1B Lancer and set to receive the new B-21 bomber in the mid-2020s to help protect the nation. His remarks underline the base’s role in keeping our military strong and our families safe. KTXS
- ➤ The City of Cisco established a Wildfire Mitigation Department on April 14 to cut fire risks and received over $218K in grant funding from the Texas Forest Service, Texas A&M University, and the US Forest Service — the new unit will handle community education, vegetation management, controlled burns, and firebreaks. KTXS
- ➤ On Wednesday, city officials replaced missing street signs in an Abilene neighborhood after a mother reported that buses could not locate her home for her child's therapy. A recent cyber attack had delayed the production of new signs, prompting the quick replacement effort. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ As temperatures rise into the 90s this week, local health experts urge Abilene residents to watch for signs of heat exhaustion & heat stroke and take action early if symptoms appear. KTXS
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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Kulture Con Grand Opening
11 AM – 6 PM — Abilene Convention Center — Call for pricing — Experience a day of games, entertainment, and networking at the grand opening of Kulture Original.
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