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Abilene
Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Abilene Zoo has unveiled its annual Christmas Celebration, featuring 1.2 million lights, themed tunnels, glowing trees and animated displays, beginning today and running through Dec. 23. Guests can enjoy ice skating, cookie decorating and a Walk to Bethlehem as the event brings the community together. KTXS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials are investigating a mealybug outbreak that is threatening pastures and grasses in Texas – they report no insecticide has proven effective so far. FOX West Texas
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Voice Institute of West Texas closed this week after its last founding doctor retired (the clinic served thousands over 40 years), leaving patients to wonder where they will receive care for voice issues next. Abilene Reporter News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McMurry head coach Mark Jedow returned to Abilene after leading Team USA Deaf Swimming to a standout performance at the Deaflympics in Tokyo from Nov. 20-26, where his 12 athletes aged 13 to 39 earned 12 gold, 3 silver, and 8 bronze medals and set several records. 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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