Good morning, Abilene.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.