Good Day
Abilene
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CV PAWS had no adoption fees on Thursday and will offer free adoptions today and Saturday—residents can adopt pets at the shelter during these events. FOX West Texas
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Abilene firefighters responded to a house fire in the 300 block of South Mockingbird Thursday after 4 p.m. that destroyed a home and a car—no injuries were reported and the Abilene Fire Department, Police Department and Atmos Energy were on scene as the cause remains under investigation. KTXS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The new Barnes & Noble bookstore opened last month and has sparked mixed reactions among Abilene’s book community as some readers enjoy its large selection while local independent bookstores worry about future impacts. Local store owners explained that each retailer fills a special role and that ongoing customer loyalty benefits everyone. KACU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Angelo State University has introduced a new air traffic control track (designed to ease the national shortage of controllers) in its aviation program. FOX West Texas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ View Volunteer Fire Department received donated hydraulic rescue tools from Merkel VFD—tools referred to as the jaws of life—and will soon upgrade its radios with a $40,000 AES grant to boost emergency communication. KTXS
- ➤ The Abilene City Council passed a BYOB ordinance on Thursday morning that restricts establishments from operating between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m.—a measure aimed at protecting public safety following community input. City Manager Emily Crawford noted that violators may face a class C misdemeanor citation. KTXS
- ➤ The Abilene Police Department announced its longtime K9 Barco is retiring after years of dedicated service—he partnered with Officer Cox to secure vital drug and firearm seizures and assist in over 600 arrests that helped keep the community safe. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Registration is open for Hendrick Health's Annual Bunco for Breast Cancer Tournaments in Brownwood and Abilene with proceeds aiding The Hope Fund for free breast imaging services. In Brownwood, the event will run from 6—9 p.m. Oct. 7 at the Brownwood Event Center, and in Abilene, it will run from 6—9 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Abilene Convention Center. KTXS
- ➤ On a cool July morning, cyclists rode in Buffalo Gap for the Tour de Gap, a two-day charity cycling event that raised funds for the Presbyterian Medical Care Mission. Organizer Jim McDonald said riders could choose from three routes—11 miles for families, 50 kilometers, or 100 kilometers—to ride scenic roads and support local health care. KACU
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A family in Merkel fell victim to a rental scam when they discovered an uninhabitable home with structural damage and bedbugs—photos confirmed the issues—and the realtor refused to refund their money. KTXS
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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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Book Launch for 'Here We Go' by Ellie Hamby & Dr. Sandy Hazelip
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Seven and One Books — Book preorders available — Celebrate the release of a delightful new book by two beloved traveling grandmothers.
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