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Abilene
Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Retired Army veteran Christina Swopes opened Oooh Snap selfie museum in Abilene to offer a safe, creative space for teens + families during the holiday season. The venue features themed selfie rooms and live karaoke for visitors. KTXS
- ➤ The Community Foundation of Abilene announced that 2026 will be the final year of Abilene Gives—with its last event on May 5—as it shifts to offering year‐round support for local nonprofits. KTXS
- ➤ Abilene volunteers united (at Texas State Veterans Cemetery) in a Wreaths Across America ceremony to honor fallen veterans and show community gratitude. FOX West Texas
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ San Angelo’s third 7 Brew Coffee drive-through opened Dec. 8 after a Dec. 4 ceremony that featured a $1,500 donation to CASA of West Texas, and a new 7 Brew location will open at 1441 Barrow St. in Abilene next year. KTXS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Biscuit Bar, on North Judge Ely Boulevard in Allen Ridge, closed on Monday, Dec. 15 due to rising costs and supply chain issues — affecting about 100 employees weeks ahead of the holidays. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jane Beard — a lawyer, philanthropist and longtime community leader — will receive an honorary Doctor of Laws from Hardin-Simmons University for her dedication to law and community service. Her award highlights a lifelong journey marked by hard work and personal triumph in Abilene. KTXS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dyess Air Force Base began construction on a $26.7 million fuels lab and refueler truck yard Monday morning as part of a $1.6 billion upgrade for the new B-21 Raider, with work set to finish by Oct. 2027 and expected to boost local employment. KTXS
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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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