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Avoca, TX · Traffic & Transit
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Holiday season sees spike in drunk-driving crashes; experts urge drivers to stay sober
It's the holiday season, and many people are traveling and attending holiday parties, but one thing to remember is always to drive safely home. We spoke to an expert who deals with substance abuse here in Abilene. According to TxDOT, December has the highest number of drunk-driving crashes in Texas.
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Residents concerned over increased truck traffic and safety in Merkel
MERKEL, Texas — Residents in are expressing growing concerns over safety due to an increase in truck traffic linked to construction and solar farm projects in the area. On Wednesday, a rock truck overturned near Ash and South 11th street while navigating a sharp turn at high speed, as captured by a neighbor's doorbell camera.
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TxDOT urges safe driving, launching "Drive Sober. No Regrets" campaign
ABILENE, Texas — As holiday travel increases across our area, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is urging drivers to make safe choices behind the wheel. TxDOT is launching its annual “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” campaign, aiming to reduce drunk driving during one of the most dangerous times of the year on Texas roadways.
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TxDOT urges safe driving, launching "Drive Sober. No Regrets" campaign
ABILENE, Texas — As holiday travel increases across our area, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is urging drivers to make safe choices behind the wheel. TxDOT is launching its annual “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” campaign, aiming to reduce drunk driving during one of the most dangerous times of the year on Texas roadways.
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Abilene residents voice concern over rising construction traffic
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Construction projects have been popping up all over Abilene and the Big Country over the past few years. Big projects that spell new jobs, economic opportunity, and growth for our area. But growth can come with its growing pains. Residents in and around Abilene are speaking up to express concern about […]
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Rainy conditions lead to Moran bus accident
A Moran ISD bus overturned Thursday morning while en route to pick up students in Breckenridge. The incident occurred around 6:00 a.m. at the intersection of FM 576 and CR 292 in Stephens County. According to Superintendent Dr. John Denson, the bus was heading to Breckenridge when driver Brad Stautzenberger...
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Load of gravel spills onto I-20 in Abilene, traffic rerouted
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A load of gravel spilled onto I-20 in Abilene Tuesday morning, causing a traffic reroute off the highway. The incident happened in the eastbound lanes near mile marker 283 around 9:30 a.m. Police at the scene told KTAB and KRBC a gravel truck somehow lost its load on the highway. The […]
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Abilene's CityLink to restore its BA2 paratransit bus service in December following driver shortage
ABILENE, Texas — Eligible riders in Abilene will soon see paratransit service restored. CityLink announced it plans to restore service in its BA2 coverage areas beginning on Monday, Dec. 1, for those who live more than three-quarters of a mile from a fixed bus route. CityLink had to temporarily...
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CityLink re-hires former drivers; reopening BA2 paratransit bus service
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – As of Monday, December 1, transportation access will be restored to paratransit BA2 passengers (eligible riders who live more than three-quarters of a mile from a fixed bus route). This announcement comes from City Link’s new general manager, Joe Fernandez, who spoke before the Mayor’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities […]
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Abilene ISD faces bus driver shortage, causing delays and route adjustments
ABILENE, Texas — A few weeks ago, Abilene ISD Superintendent, Dr. John Kuhn, posted on Facebook warning families about several bus drivers calling out sick, and that caused bus delays throughout the day. The district told KTXS News that they’re dealing with a bus driver shortage. AISD said...
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CityLink restores Paratransit access for eligible riders in BA2 with new drivers on board
Abilene, Texas — CityLink announced it will restore Paratransit Service in its BA2 coverage areas beginning Monday, Dec. 1, bringing transportation access back to eligible riders who live more than three-quarters of a mile from a fixed bus route. The agency temporarily halted service in those areas earlier this...
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North Abilene crash causes road closure
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A crash in north Abilene shut down part of Old Anson Road Monday evening. Crews were called just before 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Old Anson Road and West Overland Trail. As of 7:20 p.m., Old Anson Road remains blocked off at West Overland Trail. It’s not yet known whether […]
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Cheapest gas stations in Abilene
Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed. Paying extra for gas means you have less to spend on other things, which, over time, can really put a crimp in your budget.
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Abilene’s bus and other public transportation fares will rise for the first time in almost a decade
Abilene is increasing ticket prices for public transportation. The city council voted today to raise City Link fees for the first time since 2016. City Link fees will increase for the fixed route, paratransit, microtransit and evening rides. Officials will phase in he fares increases, with half of the increase...