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Abilene
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Abby Bryan and Landon Vaughn were honored Thursday for helping a family escape a burning home on Regent Drive last Monday—Landon entered the smoke-filled house while Abby alerted neighbors and called the fire department. The AISD School District Board and Abilene Fire Department recognized their brave actions in saving a family of five. KTXS
- ➤ Today at 9 a.m., the West Texas Rehab Center at 4601 Hartford St. in Abilene is hosting a Thanksgiving meal distribution where each vehicle is limited to one package with ham, stuffing, corn, green beans, and sweet potatoes. Corey and Winkie James said the event will continue until supplies run out—and they urged drivers to follow traffic cones and remain patient. KTXS
- ➤ People have lined up at Arrow Ford for the 26th Mission Thanksgiving to donate food and clothes to those in need—Love and Care Ministries runs the event and uses the donations for daily support services. Volunteers, many of whom have supported the tradition for years, say that giving back makes a big difference in the community. KTXS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Mall of Abilene, Santa listened as local children shared their holiday wishes in a festive event before Christmas. Some kids asked for Bluey items and comic book toys while one even wished for a Lamborghini (showing the fun spirit of the season) as Santa reminded them to be good to stay off the naughty list. KTXS
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The holiday travel season is here — families planning road trips are advised to follow traffic rules and review a checklist of safety tips before leaving. The checklist highlights key steps to ensure a safe and well-prepared journey. FOX West Texas
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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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A Christmas Story Screening
2-3:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — $7 for adults, $6 for students/seniors/military/children — Relive the hilarious holiday adventures of Ralphie Parker as he dreams of the perfect Christmas gift.
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Annual Christmas Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Free admission — Celebrate the holiday season with festive music performed by the Abilene Community Band.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — The Pour House — Ticket required — Don your ugliest Christmas sweater and join a festive pub crawl filled with games, contests, and holiday cheer.
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Home for the Holidays Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre, Abilene, TX — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the season with performances from renowned artists like Peabo Bryson and Sheena Easton.
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