Good Day
Abilene
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Concho Valley Council of Governments has teamed up with Head Start and Early Head Start to kick off their annual clothing drive that helps families in need — the drive is accepting donations at local centers today. FOX West Texas
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Imagination at The Abilene Zoo was destroyed by a fire early Friday morning; the volunteer-built playground that stood for 20 years was lost while officials have not yet determined the cause. KTXS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Friday morning, a suspected arson fire destroyed Fort Imagination playground in Abilene as investigators work to determine its cause—volunteers who built the site nearly 20 years ago expressed their grief and hope to rebuild it. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ember is a German Shepherd puppy who had orthopedic surgery Tuesday after abuse broke her femur; doctors found her bone too damaged and amputated her leg—she is now up, walking and gaining strength. KTXS
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30th Class Reunion of Abilene High School
5-11:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center — Cost TBA — Reconnect with classmates amidst tailgating, a homecoming game, and a gala celebration.
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West Texas Wine Festival
1-6 p.m. — Frontier Texas! — Ticket info available — Sample fine wines from local wineries while enjoying music and food trucks.
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Sean McConnell Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Potosi Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience singer-songwriter Sean McConnell's introspective music from his latest album.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ James Clear
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