Good Day
Abilene
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nationwide, 950,000 job cuts have taken place in 2025 and are expected to exceed 1 million before the new year, but West Central Texas has seen rising employment numbers+ Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas will hold a job fair on Nov. 20 where nearly 100 employers will offer many job opportunities. KTXS
- ➤ Beef and cattle prices hit record highs as a long drought and shrinking cattle herds push up costs for brisket, ground beef, and steaks—local buyers are already feeling the pinch. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ District leaders at Abilene High have launched a partnership with McMurry University to allow seniors with a 3.5 GPA or top 35% ranking automatic admission and scholarship consideration without an application essay or fee, with scholarships reaching up to $20,000 and the program running from the 2025-26 school year through August 2028 — the move is designed to keep local talent in Abilene. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Abilene ISD voters approved the tax rate election on Tuesday — the decision will boost the district's budget by an extra $10M each year as 54.59% of Taylor County voters supported it, and the funds will be used to improve classrooms, retain teachers, and eliminate the operating deficit. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and local health officials stress lung cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer deaths in Texas with smoking responsible for about 90% of cases (chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing up blood, fatigue indicate potential issues). They urge residents to seek early detection to improve survival rates. KTXS
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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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The Nutcracker Ballet
8-10 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Cost Info Not Specified — Experience the magic of Abilene Ballet Theatre's holiday classic with a beloved tale of Clara and her Nutcracker.
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22nd Annual Turkey Trot
8:00-9:59 a.m. — P.E. Shotwell Stadium — Proceeds benefit local charities — Kick off the holiday season with a community run for fitness and fun.
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Celebration Singers Christmas Concert
7-8 p.m. — Boone Family Theatre — Suggested donation of $10 — Experience the joy of Christmas with choral performances from the Celebration Singers.
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In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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