Good Day
Abilene
Thursday, July 31st, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The realtor association donated $6,000 to three Concho Valley community organizations to help repair damage from destructive flooding. The funds will support ongoing recovery efforts in affected neighborhoods. FOX West Texas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers in Abilene are getting free school supplies at the Global Samaritans Resource Center, where over 120 educators have signed up—supported by donations and partners like the Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union and Directors Investment Group. The resource room will be open for two more days to help teachers prepare for the school year. KTXS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Northside Recreation Center faced major flooding that pushed water nearly over its doorframe—water still fills the adjoining park with toads inside the building and its future remains uncertain. FOX West Texas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Cruz discussed the Livestock Indemnity Program to help Texas farmers and ranchers recover from last year's wildfires that killed over 12,000 cattle and caused over $27 million in losses—he said the program covers 100% of losses from protected species and 75% for natural disasters. 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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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
~ Friedrich Nietzsche
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