Good morning, Abilene.

Following severe flooding that spurred many to donate, Abilene Better Business Bureau president John Riggins advised residents to verify charity names, check IRS records, and use Give.org—steps that help ensure donations support genuine relief efforts without risking identity theft.

United Supermarkets in Abilene has launched a donation campaign for victims of the central Texas flooding—customers can add any dollar amount at checkout or online from July 8th to 13th as the company makes a lead donation of $10,000 to support key local relief funds.

Local businesses on Cypress Street await the city’s improvement project that will turn the old property into a green space while construction forces some road closures.

Rebecca Bridges from the Center for Contemporary Arts said traffic has not been affected & the upgrades are expected to boost the downtown area once landscaping and trees are added.

Abilene police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Monday evening at Maison Blanche Apartments near South 27th Street and Sayles Boulevard where 21-year-old Blessed Alifi Zola was found dead from a gunshot wound and a vehicle with a shattered window was spotted while authorities search for a person of interest.

Janson Miller crashed head-on into Michael Lopez's car on May 8 on FM 18, killing Lopez and leading to his arrest for intoxicated manslaughter—Miller admitted to drinking alcohol and tested positive for marijuana.

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.

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.

Oak Ridge Boys: American Made Farewell Tour

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy an unforgettable night with timeless country hits from The Oak Ridge Boys.