Good Day
Abilene
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old man from Tye died in a single-vehicle crash on Saturday—he was not wearing a seatbelt—while Texas DPS stressed that buckling up increases survival odds even though no seatbelt can guarantee safety. KTXS
- ➤ A garage apartment on the 1100 block of Hickory St in Abilene was destroyed by a fire Saturday at 7:20 a.m.+ firefighters put out the flames and then demolished the unsafe building with damage estimated at $30,000. KTXS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Blue Bell Ice Cream has issued a recall over mislabeling one of its flavors that might risk those with allergies—customers are urged to inspect their products for safety. FOX West Texas
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene Police Department raided CBD House of Healing over the weekend for illegal narcotics sales and temporarily closed the store while its investigation continues—no arrests have been made. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene police arrested 40-year-old Cody Wray Isenberg after he fled a robbery at a business on the 3400 block of South 14th Street and later demanded cash from a nearby bank—he was taken into custody by a patrol officer already in the area on Monday afternoon. KTXS
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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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West Texas Fair & Rodeo
5 PM - 11 PM — West Texas Fair & Rodeo — Varies by activity — Experience thrilling rodeo action and a vibrant carnival atmosphere with delicious food at this beloved local fair.
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The Princess Bride Film Screening
7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — $7 for adults, $6 for students, seniors, military, and children — Experience a beloved fairy tale adventure as true love conquers all in this classic film.
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Round-Up for Rehab Abilene Cattle Sale
11 AM – 3 PM — Abilene Livestock Auction LLC — Support for West Texas Rehabilitation Center — Premier auction with music from legends Red Steagall and Jake Hooker.
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2025 Statewide Quail Symposium
12:30 p.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Abilene Convention Center — $100 — Discover expert insights on quail management, habitat improvement, and hunting gear at this engaging symposium.
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Texas Tailgate Sale
9:30 AM – 11:59 PM — Alliance Auto Auction Abilene — Free entry — Explore 400 vehicles from top dealers and win exciting prizes including Cowboys game tickets.
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