Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of August.
Good morning, Abilene.
💼 Business
Houston Tents & Events announced its acquisition of Jaacked Event Rentals from San Angelo to expand its service footprint across West Texas, including Abilene.
The move will boost capacity for larger events while retaining local leadership and expertise.
🎓 Education
As students head back to class, Eula ISD bus driver Kevin Meier and Police Chief Stephen Williamson urge drivers to slow down around buses that display amber + red lights when stopping for children.
Officials say cameras monitor lanes to ensure a safe ride to school.
📰 Finance
First Financial Bank announced leadership changes in its Abilene Region as longtime leader Marelyn Shedd will retire Dec.
31 and Marshall Morris is set to become Chairman, President and CEO (effective Sep. 1) while Evan Harris, Dayton Borger and Tracy Howle received promotions to support continued growth.
🏥 Health
Nehemiah Abilene is expanding its recovery services with a new dormitory in Abilene that will add 20 beds for men overcoming addiction by November after careful study to keep the city balanced.
The organization also plans a 28-bed House of Esther for women in Buffalo Gap by November.
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