Good morning, Abilene.

A parent in Baird is reviving local youth sports with a new program starting this fall that offers cheerleading, flag football, basketball, baseball, and softball for kids from Pre-K to 6th grade.

Organizer Jeremy Kirk said practices and games will be held at Baird ISD and Bell Park—20 kids have signed up for cheer and 44 for flag football so far.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Miller said his team will consider baiting screwworm flies with a chemical solution that leads them to an insecticide—an approach they are weighing to control the pest.

Senator Ted Cruz introduced a bill that will expand childcare facilities at Dyess Air Force Base after the Child Development Center reached full capacity.

Colonel Gregory Savella and director Kimberly Grant said the expansion will add spots for the 70 children on the waitlist—helping airmen and women focus on their duties.

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.

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.

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.

Big Country 40th Annual AA Conference

6 PM – 10 AM — Abilene Convention Center — $30 — Celebrate recovery and fellowship in the spirit of community at this annual gathering.