Good morning, Abilene.

The Mill's Fall Market will showcase local small businesses at The Mill this Sunday, September 14 (12 p.m. to 5 p.m.) with live music, vendors and drink specials in Abilene.

Early arrivals get a free sangria voucher while the first shoppers making purchases will earn a complimentary tote.

Twenty five years ago today around 5 p.m., a bulldozer ruptured an Exxon Mobile natural gas line just south of Abilene Airport on Highway 36, triggering an explosion that injured Detective Jay Hatcher, who suffered severe burns and died the next day as a house was destroyed and residents were evacuated.

The Abilene Youth Sports Authority will open its new ROC soccer complex—boasting 10 full-sized fields and a clubhouse—on September 27, with a grand opening featuring a 5K run, food trucks, games and a live performance by The Young Escape.

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.

Grain Theory Oktoberfest Downtown Street Party

5-10 p.m. — Grain Theory — Free entry — Celebrate Oktoberfest with adoptable dogs, live music, food trucks, and games at this family-friendly street party in downtown Abilene.