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Help Abilene Make This Mission Thanksgiving the Best Yet
Mission Thanksgiving accepts your donations from 7 AM until 7 PM on Friday November 20th

Teaching Children Financial Habits Through Banking
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.

Why Wind Direction Matters Most In Whitetail Hunting
Grunt calls work best when used sparingly. Sometimes the deer you're hunting responds better to silence than to another sound.

Texas Halloween Road Trip: Nightmare on 19th Street Brings the Screams to Lubbock
Nightmare on 19th Street is bringing back the scares with four haunted houses and over a mile of twisted corridors. Get ready for The Year of the Creeps.

The Most Haunted Places in Abilene and the Big Country, According to Locals
Dead Man's Curve, the Anson Lights, and a CVS on North 10th. Apparently, the Big Country has more ghostly hotspots than you'd think.

Six Creepy Critters That Want Inside Your West Texas Home
One Texas homeowner learned the hard way that scorpions don't just stay outside. A pest control expert breaks down what's really bringing six common household invaders indoors.

Haunted Trails, Pumpkins and Booze: Why I Love This Texas Fall Destination
Denton Valley Farms near Clyde has over 40 ways to spend your fall, from haunted houses to paintball rides and a massive pumpkin patch.

Safety City Abilene, The Children's Program KEAN 105 Cruise Night
Back in the early eighties, a radio station and police department teamed up to throw a party that would help keep kids safe across West Texas for decades to come.
Abilene Halloween Car Show Drives Hope in Fight Against Alzheimer’s
Visiting Angels is hosting a Spooktacular Car Show and Trunk-or-Treat on October 24, turning a classic fall tradition into support for Alzheimer's awareness.

Classic Cars and Special Memories With My Dad at Clyde’s Keepers Car Club Car Show
One 1967 Pontiac GTO stood out at the car show, chosen for reasons that run deeper than chrome and horsepower.

German Pancakes At Fort Worth's Ol South, A 60-year Tradition
Ol' South Pancake House has been flipping the same German pancakes since 1962. That's over six decades of breakfast done right in Fort Worth.

Remember Back In 1974 When Elvis Played Abilene And Broke Records
Photographs from Elvis's 1974 Abilene show preserve a moment when the King drew more people than any performer before him.

Keeping Abilene Beautiful, Talking AI and Drinking Modelo With Melissa Morris
Wings on the Wind festival brings free science and nature activities to Abilene State Park this Saturday for the whole family.

Why the Heck Did I Wait to Tour Abilene’s Historic Swenson House in Texas?
That grand staircase inside the Swenson House wasn't just beautiful. It was inspired by one of Denver's most famous hotels from decades past.

Abilene Zoo's Boo At The Zoo Expands To Seven Days
Abilene Zoo's Halloween celebration is expanding this year, adding an extra day so families can trick-or-treat among the animals all month long.

Rhymes And Vines Festival Features Cookoff & Live Texas Music
Nine years running, the jalapeño popper cookoff at Rhymes & Vines is heating up this Saturday with teams competing for bragging rights.
Halloween Events Pack Abilene And Big Country With Costumes, Music, Food This October
Classic cars, costumed dogs, and a haunted house tour. October's packed with reasons to get out and do something fun around here.

Independence Brewing Brings Back Oklahoma Suks Beer For Texas Matchup Season
Nothing brings out the competitive spirit quite like Texas-Oklahoma weekend. One Austin brewery is fueling the rivalry with a specially brewed amber ale.

Abandoned Abilene Building Gets Much-Needed Cleanup, But What Happens Next?
One story about an eyesore sparked action. Now locals are watching to see what happens next with this abandoned Abilene building.

Why Abilene Police Are Increasing Traffic Enforcement Through 202
Orange cones and single lanes mean your usual route just got a lot slower. Give yourself extra time and watch your speed.

Abilene Police Department Trunk Or Treat On October 29
Police and firefighters are handing out candy this Thursday night. Bring the kids and your Halloween costumes to meet the people who keep our community safe.

Abilene's National Night Out Offers Free Food And Family Activiti
Neighbors gathering with cops, free food, and live music from firefighting musicians. Abilene's doing National Night Out right on October 6th.

Abilene's Music Scene, Captured In Backstage Photos
Abilene's been recognized as a Music Friendly Community, and decades of local support for live music made it happen.

Clyde Car Show Celebrates Garage Monsters And Automotive History This Fall
Keepers Car Club is bringing classic cars and community together in Clyde this October 10th. Food, friends, and some serious garage monsters on display.
Local Animal Charity Hosts Corks And Collars Event With Wine And Costumed Dogs This Weekend
Come Saturday October 10th to The Winery at Willow Creek where costumed pups, wine, and live music come together for a good cause. Corks and Collars benefits All Kind Animal Initiative.
Abilene, Let’s Fiesta: Business Mercado Rocks October 10 With Live Music and Family Fun
Local businesses are throwing a neighborhood celebration this October, complete with live music, dance lessons, and family fun at the convention center.

Sonflower Craft Show Supports Youth And Music Ministry
More than 70 vendors bringing handmade goods to town this Saturday. Local church craft show supports youth, music, and women's ministries.

Abilene Wylie’s Case Keenum Lit Up the Eagles on Monday Night, and I Loved Every Minute of It
Local guy Case Keenum stepped up for the Bears on Monday night and reminded everyone why experience matters in big moments.

Beetlejuice Musical Brings Big Songs And Dark Comedy To Abilene Auditorium November 11
That Beetlejuice musical everyone's talking about is coming to Abilene in November. Fair warning, it's loud, weird, and absolutely worth the trip.
Flood Watch Issued For West Central Texas Through Friday Morning With Heavy Rain Expected
Heavy rain is headed to West Central Texas, and some areas could see more than 7 inches in just two days.

Most Frequently Drawn Numbers In Texas Mega Millions
Over a thousand Powerball drawings later, a few numbers keep appearing more frequently than the rest in Texas.

HH Beverage Hosts Fundraiser For Local Veterans Camp With Barbecue And Silent Auction
Local veterans are getting some serious support this Friday at HH Beverage, where the community's coming together for a good cause.

How To Nominate A Hispanic Military Hero In Abilene
Abilene's looking to honor a Hispanic service member who's made real impact both in uniform and back home.

Studio Sanitation, Hand Washing, And Protecting Your Health
After years of being extra careful about what he touches, this radio personality's hygiene habits are looking pretty smart right now.
Grab A Rod And Head To Johnson Park For Kids Fish On November 7
Got a fishing rod and a couple hours free Saturday, November 7, from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m.? Abilene's hosting a public fishing event that's perfect for families of all ages.

Abilene Community Band's First Fall Concert At Heritage Square
The Abilene Community Band is playing its fall concert at a building that's been through quite a journey, from high school to middle school to community hub.
