Good Day
Abilene
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Atmos Energy has donated $750,000 to food banks across eight states as part of its Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities initiative to help vulnerable families during Hunger Action Month—providing nonprofit partners with needed resources. KTXS
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, late veteran Gregory McPherson was laid to rest in an unaccompanied service in Abilene because he had no next of kin. Community members and local veterans gathered to honor his sacrifice—showing respect for his service and the bond they share. KTXS
- ➤ Residents in the North Shore and Sue Ellen neighborhoods have reported early morning noise and heavy traffic from the Lancium data center project, which has disrupted their routines at 5 a.m.—The project, a joint venture among Softbank, OpenAI, and Oracle, will continue for a couple more years as city officials look into traffic solutions. KTXS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Abilene’s Ballet Folklórico de Alvaro Muñoz will celebrate its 62nd anniversary with a Saturday performance at Paramount Theater—featuring vibrant dances that blend traditional Mexican folk routines with a new Sinaloa Costa style. The show will also include guest groups from Sacramento and Dallas to honor Mexican heritage and inspire local youth. KACU
- ➤ Abilene Railroad Fest celebrates the city’s railroading past and gives residents a chance to honor the trains that helped shape Abilene — the event offers historic exhibits, music, and fun activities for families and train enthusiasts. Organizers revived the festival last year to engage the community and preserve local history. KACU
- ➤ Clyde resident Warren Harkins has opened the Museum of Military Models to show his military history collection. The free museum has over 600 models—ships and airplanes—and it helps raise funds for veterans with West Texas Hunters for heroes. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McMurry University formally named Dr. Lynne Murray its 11th president after a unanimous Board vote in September 2024 and she began her tenure on January 10th; a week of inauguration events will start tomorrow with an investiture ceremony on Friday—celebrations continue with a chapel event and a home football game against Howard Payne on Saturday. KTXS
- ➤ Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 8 that will replace the STAAR test with three shorter exams given at the start, middle, and end of the school year beginning in 2027. The new tests will cover math, reading, science, and social studies for students in third to eighth grades and give a clearer view of progress—some parents believe this will ease stress while others noted that tests always stress students. KTXS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monarch butterflies are flying through Merkel as they migrate south for winter—new flower beds in Mellinger Park by the Merkel Garden Club provide a safe haven that draws daily local visitors. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Hardin-Simmons University, students in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program train service dogs to perform advanced tasks—such as turning light switches off—to help people with disabilities gain independence. The program takes about two years to finish, and families like the Perry family from Abilene are on the waitlist to receive a trained dog for their son with cerebral palsy. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene Taylor County Public Health will host the Car Seat Checkup Event and Resource Fair on Saturday, September 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at North 2nd St. and Kirkwood Ave—certified technicians will provide car seat safety guidance on proper placement, installation, and recall details. KTXS
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Grace Gala 2025
6-11 p.m. — The Grace Museum — $250.00 – $300.00 — Party with a Purpose at the largest annual fundraiser featuring dinner, auctions, and live music.
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