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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • After catastrophic flooding damaged many homes, Minuteman volunteers are helping affected homeowners start the rebuild process—providing essential support and guidance as work continues across the area.  FOX West Texas

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Engineers and environmentalists are studying weather forecast models to see how risks like flooding+tornado activity are predicted, and they will use their findings to guide future weather warnings.  FOX West Texas

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • CityLink bus riders in Abilene say some stops offer only a sign on a pole instead of benches and shelters—forcing riders to wait in harsh weather—and they hope the city will soon add seating and shade as summer heat rises.  KTXS
  • Residents on the 3000 block of Grape Street are worried about a deep pothole that damaged vehicles and made driving unsafe. The city acknowledged the issue on July 10 via its See-Fix-Click app and has already repaired over 46,000 potholes—residents hope this one will be fixed soon.  KTXS

HEALTH NEWS

  • Nurse practitioner Clay Lohse says that drinking at least 8 to 10 water bottles each day+and more when temperatures rise helps keep sodium levels in check and prevents muscle cramps, confusion, and weakness. The summer has been milder so far compared to last year, but his advice remains important for outdoor workers.  KTXS

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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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.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 8/1/25

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