Good Day
Abilene
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters are battling three grassfires in Taylor and Jones Counties—one near Clark Rd. and one near Ranch Rd. in Abilene and one on Highway 180 in Anson—as lightning is said to have started the fires. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McMurry University announced new leadership with Dr Martha Cruz Zuniga as dean of the Johnson School of Business and Dr Marcia Straughn promoted to lead the School of Nursing. Both deans bring extensive experience in their fields and will guide the schools in their next phase of growth. KTXS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Photos posted by a local resident show trash and bulky items illegally dumped in north Abilene — raising safety and environmental concerns for the community. The City of Abilene has removed dumped waste when reported and encourages residents to use its website to report violations. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Abilene saw that flowers and memorabilia were removed from the municipal cemetery outside the scheduled cleanup times. The Parks and Recreation Department said that cleanups can happen anytime when families help and only approved items—like plastic or real flowers on markers—are allowed. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Gary Holland, Medical Director for Abilene Taylor County Public Health District, explained that when someone has a seizure you must stay with them, move them away from danger, and turn them on their side (three S's) while also keeping calm, cushioning them, and calling for help (three C's). He said that most treatment relies on oral medication but new brain procedures and medicines are being tested to improve care. KTXS
- ➤ After several mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus, the City of Abilene will spray insecticide at 10 p.m. tonight—targeting the 1300 block of North Pioneer Drive, the 2000 block of Zoo Lane, and the 600 block of Walnut Street until August 21. Residents in these areas are advised to stay indoors and dress in long sleeves for protection. KTXS
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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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