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Here's a simple way to make a Big Country kid's Christmas brighter, and it starts with a wish list and a little holiday spirit.

Black-eyed kids, lucky pennies, and an extra chair at dinner. Come Friday, some habits are hard to shake.

Comedy fans, here's something to put on your radar: Henry Cho is headed to Abilene's Historic Paramount Theatre in 2027.

Forget the party labels for a second. Here's what legal weed could actually mean for folks around here.

A price check, a menu refresher, and a reminder to put the phone away at the table this year.

Texas is dominating another national list, this time for the best places to spend Thanksgiving.

The Sphere brought back childhood memories, Absinthe brought the laughs, and Vegas brought the lighter wallet. A weekend worth retelling.

Ever rung a bell or grabbed an Angel Tree tag? This is the year they need you most.

Outlaws & Legends turns sixteen in 2027, and the lineup pairs living legends with familiar Texas voices.

Before you head to the stadium this Friday, one heads-up about the gate that caught this grandpa off guard.

Abilene's honoring veterans this weekend with a free feast and parade, bringing the community together to say thank you.

Twenty drivers are bringing serious heat to Abilene this Thursday night. The grudge races at WesTX Abilene Raceway aren't just about winning, they're about pride.

Perfect weather and perfect timing made Halloween night the backdrop for Baird's downtown bash, complete with live music and neighborhood support.

A hot air balloon once landed right in the middle of a disc golf game at ACU. Twelve years later, that memory still stands out as pure Abilene magic.

Abilene's revamped Cypress Street just landed a spot among Texas's best downtown makeovers. Winners get announced this November.

More than 150 cars are rolling into WesTX Abilene Raceway for War of Reckoning, and the purse is worth serious money.

BJ Welding Supply is dropping 15.3 million into a new Abilene facility, bringing two dozen fresh jobs to the community.

Local shelter pets need a break from kennel life this holiday season, and your couch might be the perfect temporary home.

After his father came home from a Korean War prison camp, this boat owner decided to give back to the veteran community.

Jay's BBQ Shack just beat out some of Texas's most famous barbecue joints. The Abilene restaurant took top honors in USA Today's latest readers choice awards.

A group called Man of God GC is opening their doors Saturday afternoon to serve free meals and offer prayer to the community.

Walmart, Target, and Lowe's are sitting out Thanksgiving Day. Black Friday deals start the next morning instead.

Foundry's opening its doors Thursday to introduce employers to newly trained electrical workers who are job-ready now.

The Abilene Zoo is hosting Day of the Dead this November with mariachi music, dancers, and beautiful altars to celebrate life and memory.

Discover five Texas-sized facts that made this West Texan say wow, from millions of cattle to a margarita machine that made American history.

Abilene's had its share of famous visitors over the years, and Monday added another chapter to that list at Betty Rose's.

John Anderson's final visit to Abilene included a special request: he wanted to talk with the friend he'd known since 1979.

Texas lawmakers want to ditch the clock changes, but there's a federal roadblock standing in the way right now.

When ATF, local police, and federal marshals joined forces in Abilene, the operation uncovered drug distribution networks and illegal firearms trafficking.

Local law enforcement deployed automated cameras that read license plates to help crack cases, now sharing details on their new transparency portal.

A car show with a Halloween twist is coming to Abilene this Saturday, and it's all for a good cause supporting Alzheimer's awareness.

The Abilene Zoo is hosting Day of the Dead with mariachi music, dancers, and animal encounters. Families can even build their own ofrendas.

A century-old grocery store turned home in Lavaca puts you steps from downtown San Antonio's best breakfast spots and historic charm.

Kids getting on and off school buses need drivers to actually stop. Texas law is clear, and lives depend on it.

Mission Thanksgiving accepts your donations from 7 AM until 7 PM on Friday November 20th

Parents wondering when to start teaching kids about money should know this: a real savings account beats a jar under the bed every single time.