Good morning, Abilene.

Esther Abilene ministry has partnered with Next Step Development to open a sober living home with five beds available as work continues on a planned 28-bed facility for women recovering from addiction.

Women can call 325-232-7499 if they need support.

The Abilene Zoo is planning Boo at the Zoo, presented by the Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union.

The event runs Oct. 10-11, Oct. 17-18, Oct. 24-25 and Oct. 31 plus features trick-or-treating, costume contests and animal encounters for families.

In September, the Diocese of San Angelo hosted Project Andrew dinners at Holy Family Catholic Church + young men learned about the path to priesthood, and seven additional dinners are planned for next spring.

Global Samaritan Resources opened its Community Book Room on Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. to offer local families, educators and community members free access to thousands of books for reading, education and exploration.

City officials will vote today on a conditional use permit for Bomgaars Farm & Ranch Supply at 2554 Barrow St; if approved, the 6.89-acre location will feature outdoor displays and a garden center to serve local farmers, ranchers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Highway 83 construction in Tuscola has cut sales at Q’s Tire & Oil and Q’s Artisan Pizza by up to 85 percent as crews work on a culvert and expand the road.

TxDOT said work may pause (if access issues arise) and expects completion in about six weeks.

Monarch butterflies are beginning their migration through Abilene, and the Abilene Zoo has opened a special Waystation (a stop to help butterflies breed and continue their journey) to support the ongoing migration.

A new extended-stay hotel by Hilton's LivSmart Studios is planned for Abilene at 2219 Scottish Road — the four-story facility will feature 121 guest rooms and start construction Dec.

1 with completion expected Sept. 30 at a cost of $5 million.