Good Day
Abilene
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After a local story about Peggy Dodson’s teddy bear charity aired, the community donated extra bears to replace the ones stolen — Pierce Furniture Gallery led the effort with a donation box. Dodson said she will give the bears to children in need this holiday season. KTXS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Abilene Better Business Bureau announced that John Riggins will retire on Dec. 30 after 38 years, and Britni Brown has been named interim CEO; she will expand outreach and strengthen business and consumer education across 13 counties (drawing on her strong business and education background). Abilene Reporter News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene Zoo will host its sixth annual Christmas Celebration from Dec. 13 to 23 with nearly one million lights, themed holiday zones, cookie decorating, and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Entry fees vary and all visitors help support animal care and new guest experiences at the zoo. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Turning Point USA chapter was revived at Abilene Christian University this fall and has attracted hundreds of students as its president Cole Edgar says local support will help it grow despite some criticism. KTXS
- ➤ Wylie ISD is building a 90,000 sqft South Elementary School for K through 5 students near the Buffalo Gap and Highway 707 intersection to ease crowding and improve traffic flow. The campus will open for the 2026-2027 school year. KTXS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Licensed counselor Bianca M. Farmer from Abilene offers advice for managing holiday stress by urging residents to set boundaries and take time for self-care during family gatherings and moments of grief. She suggests using phrases (like 'I'm not as comfortable discussing this now') to ease into conversations. KTXS
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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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Gallery Pop-Up Craft Event
2-4 p.m. — The Grace Museum — Free entry — Embrace the holiday spirit with a creative Christmas tree craft for all ages.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Most people will choose unhappiness over uncertainty.
~ Tim Ferriss
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