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Historic Texas radio station permanently shuts off after 75 years
The station's license was canceled after unsuccessful efforts to sell it.
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WATCH LIVE: Western Heritage Classic Parade
ABILENE, Texas — The weekend’s Western Heritage festivities will kick off with a colorful parade featuring wagons, riding clubs, antique cars and tractors, marching bands and themed floats. The parade begins at 6:30 p.m. KTXS reporter Brenna Gibbons and Jeff Gore will be live at the parade.
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GALLERY: Abilene Zoo welcomes baby giraffe
ABILENE, Texas — A baby giraffe born earlier this week at the Abilene Zoo is making his public debut as zoo visitors get their first chance to see the newborn calf exploring alongside his mother. The male giraffe was born Monday morning to Pele, a first-time mother, zoo officials...
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Pierce Furniture Women’s Open returns to Abilene, bringing players and economic boost
ABILENE, Texas — Women’s professional golf is back in Abilene this year, bringing players, visitors and an economic boost to the Big Country. Starting Monday, May 4, through Thursday, the Pierce Furniture Women’s Open is a 54-hole professional tournament featuring three rounds of play. The event marks the sixth year the Women’s All Pro Tour has returned to Abilene.
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GALLERY: 2026 Cinco de Mayo parade in downtown Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Downtown Abilene was filled with bursts of color, music, and joy as crowds lined the streets for the 2026 Cinco de Mayo parade. This year marked the first parade along the new downtown route, featuring around 72 entries, including floats, classic cars, and lowriders. Ballet Folklórico dancers performed along the route, […]
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Sweetwater wins gold and Cisco claims bronze at Girls UIL State Golf Tournament
AUSTIN, Texas (BCH Sports) – Tuesday was a great day for a couple of Big Country girls golf teams in Austin. The Sweetwater Mustangs rolled to the Class 3A golf state championship with a dominant performance. The Lady Mustangs shot a team total of 675 to win by 19 shots. They were incredible consistent. Sweetwater shot a team total 338 on Monday and followed it with a 337 on Tuesday. Bailey Rainbolt led the way with a two-day total of 165. Rainbolt was one of four Lady Mustangs to finish in the Top 20.
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Summer Exhibitions Coming to West Texas & the Panhandle
Art galleries and institutions in West Texas and the Panhandle region have announced their summer exhibitions, including shows at the El Paso Museum of Art, The Grace Museum in Abilene, Ballroom Marfa, the Museum of the Southwest in Midland, and more. El Paso. The El Paso Museum of Art draws...
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Everything you need to know about Tuesday’s Cinco de Mayo Parade in downtown Abilene
Downtown Abilene comes alive Tuesday evening for the annual Cinco de Mayo Parade, and everyone is invited. The parade steps off at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 5th through downtown Abilene. Those participating in the parade should plan to line up around 5:30 p.m. near the courthouse at South 2nd Street and Oak.
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Field Breakdown: 2026 Pierce Furniture Women’s Open presented by Abilene CVB
The ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour continues its Texas stretch this week at the Pierce Furniture Open presented by Abilene CVB, taking place May 5–7 in Abilene, Texas. Abilene Country Club returns to the schedule for the fifth consecutive year and has become a familiar stop for many athletes competing on tour.
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Minds On Trial: Episode One - The Problem
In Abilene, a quiet crisis has been building for decades. It doesn't make the front page. It doesn't draw a crowd. But it is there every time a police cruiser is dispatched to a home at 3:00 AM because a son is hearing voices, or a daughter is spiraling into a darkness her parents don't understand.
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Abilene Heritage Square Library to feature hanging glass sculpture
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A multi-story hanging glass sculpture by artist Carlyn Ray is in the process of being installed at the Abilene Heritage Square Library campus. “You’re going to be blown away when you see it,” said Julee Hammer at Monday’s Library Advisory Board Meeting. The sculpture will feature glass ribbons made by Abilenians. […]
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Rex Tackett Signs Off On Lone Star State Combo Spin
An AM/FM simulcast offering spoken word programming that includes The Mike Gallagher Show, Sean Hannity and a locally hosted “Going Home” show in the 5pm hour is being spun. Who is buying these stations, which serve small cities south of Abilene and northeast of San Angelo, Tex.?. Class...
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From ruins to revival: Plan to restore historic landmark moves forward
ABILENE, Texas — More than three months after KTXS reported on plans to restore the Abilene Courts, the project has since progressed through early redevelopment stages. The effort focuses on revitalizing the former motor court, which currently stands as little more than a fragile façade. The historic site,...