Good morning, Abilene.

Volunteers at Southern Hills Church of Christ served 350 hot meals on Tuesday in a drive-through curbside pickup program to help residents with grocery budgets.

Free summer meals will be available Monday through Friday from noon to 1 p.m. until supplies last.

DIG Week volunteers from Directors Investment Group are repainting street markings at Safety City today from 8 a.m. to noon to support traffic safety lessons.

The project reflects the company's annual commitment to community service & safety in Abilene.

Community leaders and mediators gathered Tuesday at Heritage Square to discuss a mediation center designed to help residents resolve civil disputes outside court.

Organizers plan to continue outreach with volunteer recruitment and public feedback (to tailor services) in Taylor County.

Abilene teachers will shop for free classroom supplies from Global Samaritan & Federal Teachers Credit Union to ease expenses before the new school year.

The event provides items such as decorations, cleaning supplies, and books to help prepare classrooms.

Residents can help save lives today by participating in the 15th annual Rodney Holder Memorial ‘Guns and Hoses’ Blood Drive at the Abilene Police Department and Hendrick Regional Blood Center until 7 p.m. The event honors a dedicated officer and encourages donors to support the community’s summer blood supply.

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.