Good morning, Abilene.

DRI’s Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch have reopened at 3602 N.

Clack St. today, and the Patch is open from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday until all pumpkins are sold.

On Oct. 12, more than 1,100 First Financial Bank employees volunteered across Texas; in Abilene they assisted with park cleanup, Veterans Cemetery work, and landscaping at nursing homes as part of the bank's 11th annual Day of Service aimed at making Texas stronger.

The event underscores the bank's ongoing commitment to community involvement.

The Abilene Fire Department will test nearly 3300 hydrants across residential and commercial areas during October and November to check functionality and minimize landscaping disruption.

Residents near testing sites may notice temporary water pressure drops and cloudy tap water + they are advised to exercise caution.

Abilene Fire Department held its third push-in ceremony at Station 4 today to welcome a new fire engine and honor a tradition that dates back to the 1800s.

The event follows September ceremonies for Engine 6 and Engine 9 — with a planned ceremony for Engine 1 coming soon.

Texas DPS is expanding its fentanyl awareness campaign in West Texas to help locals understand and prevent dangerous drug misuse + upcoming outreach events and educational materials will provide essential information.

Abilene Christian beat Central Arkansas 20-14 after building a strong first-half lead with touchdowns from Tucker Parks.

The Wildcats held off a late rally with a key interception from Santana Miller—sealing their hard-fought win.