Good morning, Abilene.

Parents at Miles Elementary spent hours decorating the school to celebrate the holiday season.

Local initiatives like the Salvation Army's Angel Tree and Home Instead's Be a Santa to a Senior seek to provide Christmas gifts to children and elderly in Abilene, Texas who might otherwise go without.

Abilene invites residents to its annual holiday kickoff featuring a tree lighting, parade, and festivities downtown on Tuesday evening, with special events starting at 4:30 p.m.

Corsicana Avenue in Abilene will be closed for 2 to 3 months for rehabilitation, with locals viewing it as a minor inconvenience for long-term benefits.

FOX West Texas interviews Monica Kelsey about Safe Haven Baby Boxes, focusing on their role in providing safe options for abandoning newborns anonymously.

Abilene's Meals on Wheels teams up with H-E-B for the 20th annual Feast of Sharing, serving more than 1,300 homebound individuals a free Texas-style holiday meal.

The Little Caesar's Love Kitchen provided hot pizza to the food-insecure community in Abilene, Texas, through Love and Care Ministries, highlighting a widespread need.

Abilene has been officially recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community, reflecting its commitment to bolstering tourism and enhancing its reputation as a leading destination in Texas.

Abilene experienced its second wettest November in history with 5.19 inches of rainfall, surpassing the 30-year average by 3.79 inches.

The owner of Pack and Mail advises shipping packages early and packaging them securely to ensure they arrive on time during the holiday season.

On-Site Tour of Highland Assisted Living

Experience a comprehensive on-site tour of Highland Assisted Living, focusing on exceptional care and engaging activities for seniors.

35th Annual Christmas Lane Event

Experience a festive display featuring over 200 outdoor decorations and 100 indoor displays, including a large train exhibit and opportunities for Santa photos, with all proceeds benefiting local residents.

Christmas Tea (in the Western Frontier)

An old-fashioned Christmas Tea complete with all the trimmings is offered twice: Sat and Sun Dec 7 and 8 in the Buffalo Gap Historic Village. Perfect for a girls' afternoon out or entire families to kick off the holiday season!

Taste of Christmas

7 tasting stations throughout the historic Swenson House mansion featuring Christmas brews, punch, mocktails, and cocktails, paired with some of our favorite culinary treats of the season. A Live Choir will perform Christmas Carols on the Grand Staircase, door prizes will be given out, and there will be dancing on the patio.

Louie TheSinger Live in Abilene, TX

Louie TheSinger performs live at Tequilas Night Club, marking his first appearance in Abilene, Texas.

Hudson Westbrook Concert with Hunter Hicks

Hudson Westbrook, a rising talent in country music, will perform at Potosi Live alongside Hunter Hicks, showcasing original music influenced by his journey as a self-taught artist.

ArtWalk Holiday Market at the Center for Contemporary Arts

ArtWalk is a monthly celebration featuring live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, and local food and drink in Abilene's Downtown Cultural District.

It's a Wonderful Life Screening

The classic 1946 fantasy-comedy film tells the story of George Bailey, whose guardian angel shows him the impact of his life's good deeds during Christmas time.

Swenson House Christmas Mini-Tour and Family Photo Opportunity

The Swenson House offers a festive mini-tour featuring uniquely decorated Christmas trees and a family photo opportunity on the Grand Staircase.

Aaron Watson Concert at Paramount Theatre

Aaron Watson will perform live at the Paramount Theatre in Abilene, TX.

Aaron Watson Live Concert

Country artist Aaron Watson will perform live at the Paramount Theatre in Abilene, TX.