Good Day
Abilene
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday afternoon, the Regional Victim Crisis Center marked 48 years of helping survivors of sexual and violent crimes with a community luncheon in Abilene that honored first responders. Officer Mark Thomas — who joined the police in 2009 — said the RVCC gives back to those who help and urged victims to use available support resources. KTXS
- ➤ The Abilene Zoo is celebrating the birth of a playful female steenbok named Amani — born to Kira and Kidogo — who is being hand-raised by her Keeper team. Her name means peace in Swahili and she is already bouncing and practicing her hops. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene Zoo will display a retired C-130 from Dyess AFB in its new A Bold Adventure exhibit as part of an eight-acre expansion planned in the next year and a half—this plane was once on display at Dyess and appeared in films like Operation Dumbo Drop. The aircraft will be placed next to the lion exhibit when the project is complete by summer—highlighting the strong link between the zoo and the air force base. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT is teaming with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and local law enforcement to fight illegal dumping (part of the 'Don't Mess with Texas' campaign) to keep roads safe. KTXS
- ➤ The Jim Ned Volunteer Fire Department received a $300K grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service to help buy a new tender truck— the funding aims to improve water access in areas without hydrants amid growing drought concerns. KTXS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cooper High School will host its first annual Cougar Turkey Trot on November 22—participants will check in at 7 a.m. and the race will start at 8:30 a.m. with heats following at 8:50, 9:10 and 9:30 a.m., while food trucks and vendors serve the event; registration costs are $20 per person or $80 per family. KTXS
- ➤ Maxwell Golf Course closed when its lease expired at the end of September and local high school teams now must use simulators and other courses—Cooper High coach Mitch Aston said the change makes it hard for kids to practice fully. City officials said they will soon look for a management company to keep the course maintained while exploring more options for golfers. 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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ACU Women's Soccer vs Tarleton State
7–9 p.m. — Elmer Gray Stadium — Support breast cancer awareness and enjoy a spirited rivalry night with Greek Night festivities.
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Peabo Bryson Concert
7-10 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of Peabo Bryson live in concert at the iconic Paramount Theatre.
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McMurry War Hawks vs. Abilene Christian Wildcats
12 PM — Moody Coliseum — Check for ticket prices — Catch an exciting basketball matchup between local rivals.
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Relief Enterprise of Texas Hiring Event
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas — Free entry — Explore job opportunities with Relief Enterprise of Texas and meet potential employers.
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Amanda Perez Live Concert
9 p.m. — Tequilas Night Club — No refunds — Experience an energetic night of R&B with Amanda Perez in Abilene.
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Mount Zion First Baptist Church 140th Anniversary Celebration
6-9 p.m. — McMurry University — Ticket info available upon request — Celebrate 140 years of community and faith with music and a banquet featuring speaker Anthony Williams.
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Live2Lead Abilene
8:30 AM – 6:30 PM — 201 Mesquite Event Center — Registration Required — Experience powerful insights and networking opportunities to enhance your leadership skills.
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