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Abilene
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene Pride Alliance will host its fourth Pride celebration starting Saturday at noon with a parade and family events — including a drag queen storytime scheduled for Saturday evening. The event has sparked community debate — some residents question its appropriateness for children while others say the choice ultimately rests with parents. KTXS
- ➤ Eleanor Hamby and Dr. Sandra Heslop, both 80 and West Texas friends, traveled the world and turned their adventures into a new book. Their book (Lessons for Living Fiercely from Two Traveling Nannies) hit shelves Sept. 16 at local stores (Seven One Books and Barnes Noble) and has drawn reader interest. KACU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorological fall started on September 1 in Abilene with high temperatures and below-normal rainfall—astronomical fall will begin on September 22 based on Earth’s tilt and position relative to the sun. The report explains that while meteorological seasons follow calendar months, astronomical seasons rely on solstice and equinox dates. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The City of Abilene is using larvicide in public spaces near Valentine Park, Walnut Street, Oak Street, and Buffalo Gap Road as mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus. Officials urge residents to treat standing water on private property and offer free larvicide tablets from the Abilene Taylor County Public Health District—steps taken to reduce the virus risk. KTXS
- ➤ On September 18th, MVPN hosted the Monthly Veteran Breakfast at its building on Orange St from 8:30-10 a.m.—the event welcomed veterans, active-duty service members, and their families during Suicide Prevention Month. Veteran counselor Eliza Ray said the breakfast offered vital support to help reduce isolation among those who served. KTXS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local golfers in Abilene voiced concerns about Maxwell Municipal Golf Course after the City posted a $1.3 million bid, noting the greens are solid while fairways need more care—details on future improvements are still pending. KTXS
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