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Friday, December 6th, 2024
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Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual H-E-B Feast of Sharing event brought together the Abilene community for a communal meal at the Convention Center on December 3, 2024. Abilene Reporter News
- ➤ An Abilene resident requested the City Council to amend the dangerous dogs ordinance following an incident where she and her service dog were attacked by neighbor's pit bulls. Abilene Reporter News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A local shopper lost $200 to a scam when attempting to purchase custom sneakers online, highlighting the risks of holiday shopping scams. KTXS
- ➤ An Abilene man was indicted for Intoxication Assault after a crash on March 3, accused of running a red light and injuring another driver. KTXS
- ➤ Heather Kennedy and Donald Schultz were indicted on two counts of tampering with a human corpse after their infant was discovered dead at Lake Ft. Phantom Hill in Abilene, Texas. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mr. Roemisch from Mann Middle School was honored in the Teacher Tribute by Arrow Ford Motors for his passion and dedication to teaching. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Abilene City Manager Robert Hanna, having served since 2015, announces retirement plans for March 2025, prompting the city to search for a successor. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hendrick Health plans to replace its aquatic therapy pool with expanded orthopedic services, leaving some patients seeking alternative therapy options. KTXS
SPORTS NEWS
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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!
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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.
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Louie TheSinger Live in Abilene, TX
Louie TheSinger performs live at Tequilas Night Club, marking his first appearance in Abilene, Texas.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Aaron Watson Concert at Paramount Theatre
Aaron Watson will perform live at the Paramount Theatre in Abilene, TX.
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Aaron Watson Live Concert
Country artist Aaron Watson will perform live at the Paramount Theatre in Abilene, TX.
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Turn Up with Big Tuck: Live Performance in Abilene
Big Tuck, known as Freight Train Tuck, will perform live at Tequilas Night Club in Abilene, Texas, providing a vibrant atmosphere for attendees aged 18 and over.
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2024 Winter Vault Classic - Indoor Pole Vault Meet
The Winter Vault Classic is an annual indoor pole vault meet in Abilene, Texas, aimed at promoting the sport and featuring athletes from across the state.
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