Good Day
Abilene
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A public eviction hearing for Play Faire Park was dismissed and moved to a higher court on October 1 after Chris and Melanie England sued landlord Charles Wolfe for neglect and nonpayment of rent—leaving the miniature golf course, a community staple since 1947, facing an uncertain future. KTXS
- ➤ The animal shelter PARC in Abilene takes in abused and neglected pets and starts their recovery with a medical check and feeding plan—helping the animals build trust and prepare for adoption. Friendly foster homes or greeter dogs assist the shy pets until they move to a permanent home. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Merkel ISD is holding a meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria to explain a $20M bond proposal for a new middle school that will share key facilities such as athletics and the cafeteria—cutting costs; early voting starts Oct20 with Election Day on Nov4. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Paul Fabrizio from McMurry University warned that if the government shutdown continues, local spending and the economy may soon slow because some essential employees at Dyess Air Force Base will work without pay—while the post office and Medicare checks stay unaffected. He said the shutdown came from a budget fight in Congress and that more Senate votes are needed to reopen the government. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Federal officials announced the Autism Data Science Initiative in late September to educate doctors and families about potential risks, and local advocate Hailey Frazier stressed that real progress will require more local and state government support to improve direct autism services — families in the Big Country remain hopeful that federal research will lead to better care. This development underscores the need for coordinated action from all levels of government to address support gaps. KTXS
- ➤ A specialty pharmacist said clear communication and knowing your coverage are key to managing specialty medications effectively. FOX West Texas
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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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Fall Abilene Sunset Market
5-10 p.m. — Abilene Farmer's Market — Free entry — Enjoy a spooktacular evening with candy, games, and costume contests at the Sunset Market.
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