Good Day
Abilene
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Region 14 ESC Head Start marks 60 years of service and is preparing for the new school year; last week, educators took part in hands-on training—demonstrating its ongoing commitment to serve local children and families. KTXS
- ➤ Foreign exchange students bring new experiences to local families as host coordinator Michalia Nichols matches students based on shared interests and hobbies. Families must sign up by August 31 to host a student for the upcoming school year (ensuring placement in local high schools). KTXS
- ➤ Nonprofit Best Foot Forward distributed over 260 pairs of shoes to Central Texas children to ease back-to-school costs—founder Marcus Reese launched the program after hearing a parent in need and later received $500 in gift cards from a Round Rock outlet, while families can still request help on Facebook. FOX West Texas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Ted Cruz discussed Texas flood relief efforts, a bill to support cattle ranchers recovering from wildfires, and a $6.5 million plan to expand a childcare facility at Dyess Air Force Base in an interview with KTXS. He said the livestock indemnity program — covering 75% of losses from wildfires and 100% for losses from federally protected species — will help farmers recover while federal aid assists rebuilding after floods that claimed 137 lives including 37 children. KTXS
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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.
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Perspectives 2025 Seeing Beyond the Diagnosis Conference
8 AM – 3 PM — Region 14 Education Services Center — Free entry — A day of learning focused on resources for families, caregivers, and professionals.
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CRÜEligans Tribute Band Performance
8 PM - 12 AM — Heff's Burgers — Free entry — Experience a rocking tribute to the legendary Mötley Crüe with CRÜEligans in a lively burger joint setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Jimi Hendrix
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