Good morning, Abilene.

Abilene Zoo welcomed a new baby giraffe on Monday, July 6—born to mother Malaika—and asked the community to vote on one of three Swahili names—Aziza—precious, Kanzi—treasure, or Nyota—star—with the winning name announced on social media.

Global Samaritan Resources received 22 pallets of cookies, crackers and snacks from Nabisco via its partner Harvest Time International to help Abilene families facing food insecurity — the group is sorting 30,000 pounds for distribution to five local nonprofits.

The Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America is hosting its World Expo and Texas Longhorn Junior Nationals at the Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene through Saturday night + admission is free.

The Abilene Fire Department deployed eight personnel & three specialized response units on Thursday, July 16 to support emergency operations in flood-affected areas of Southwest and Central Texas as recovery efforts continue.

After months of delays, construction has begun on a new VA clinic at 5602 Health Center Drive— the project will require about 12 months plus three to four months for outfitting, and it will expand veteran access to specialty care while the existing clinic at 3850 Ridgemont Drive stays open.

Jerry Seinfeld Live in Abilene

7 p.m. — Abilene Auditorium At Abilene Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld.

Abilene Kulture Con 2026

11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Abilene Convention Center — Free for 18 and under — Experience a vibrant fusion of business, art, and culture with live entertainment and more.