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Abilene CityLink fares to increase for first time since 2016
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – CityLink fares will soon be going up for the first time since 2016, and according to at least one rider with disabilities, the cost increase should be shared equally by everyone, including those in the disabled community. The fare hikes will roll out in two phases: the first on November 3, […]
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Heads up if you plan to drive southbound on a stretch of the Southwest Freeway
The southbound lanes from the 610 Loop to Chimney Rock will be closed from Sunday night through 5 a.m. on Monday.
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BISD works towards compliance on seatbelt law
BISD works towards compliance on seatbelt law Board approves purchase of two small buses Alex Kielar Tue, 10/14/2025 - 2:32 pm (Photo/Alex Kielar) Jeremy West presented to the BISD school board Monday, Oct. 13 regarding the district’s school bus situation, as all Texas school buses are now required to have seatbelts per Senate Bill 546. School districts must report to TEA on their plan by the end of this school year. X Alex Kielar news@breckenridgeamerican.com A new state law is in place that requires all school buses in Texas to be equipped with three-point lap and shoulder seatbelts, regardless of production year. Breckenridge ISD has begun the process of getting into compliance with the law. Through Senate Bill 546, Texas school districts must either retrofit their current buses with seatbelts, get rid of them and get new buses or declare that it’s not in the budget to be able to do it. That’s according to Jeremy West, the district's director of district services, who is heading up the work on the buses. West presented to the BISD school board Monday, Oct. 13 about the bus situation. West said that the cost to retrofit buses with seatbelts is about $30,000 per
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How gas prices have changed in Abilene in the last week
CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Abilene, TX metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of October 13. - Week change: -$0.12 (-4.4%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-2.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.20. - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.7%)
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Abilene CityLink fare hike proposed to combat rising costs and driver shortage
ABILENE, Texas — Abilene’s CityLink bus service could be seeing its first fare increase since 2016, citing rising operating costs and a continuing driver shortage. “CityLink, as all of us are, is experiencing higher costs to operate and having fares locked in for the last nine years, we just needed the additional revenue to help cover those costs," said Don Green, the director of transportation services.
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How gas prices have changed in Abilene in the last week
CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Abilene, TX metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of October 13. - Week change: -$0.12 (-4.4%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-2.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.20. - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.7%)
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Abilene bus fares may rise for first time in years
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene’s bus service could be increasing its fares for the first time in at least eight years, and the decision is now expected to go before the city council for its first reading. The City of Abilene’s Department of Transportation presented the proposal, sharing that the last increase for CityLink services […]
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Cypress St. partially reopens amid final phase of downtown improvement project
ABILENE, Texas — Part of Cypress St. is open to traffic once again amid the City of Abilene had to close roads for the Cypress Street Improvement Project. City officials made the announcement Tuesday, adding that construction has begun for the parking lot on North 2nd and Pine St. The lot is expected to be completed in the spring.
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Traffic resumes on Cypress Street as construction progresses
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Construction on Cypress Street is moving forward — here’s what’s new: Phase 3B began September 11, closing a portion of Cypress Street. As of Tuesday, October 7, the City of Abilene announced that the 200 block of Cypress Street has officially reopened to traffic. Meanwhile, work has started on the parking […]
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Local resident voices concern over damaged handicap parking spot at Abilene post office
Handicapped parking in America is very important. Right behind me is a concrete slab that is slightly damaged, and it's posing a concern for one citizen in the area. We spoke to the citizen in the area who expressed her concerns and why they matter. "Well, it's going to ruin...
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TxDOT changes aim to ease traffic near Abilene data center
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Growing traffic concerns for residents and businesses close to the new data center construction site have prompted TxDOT to make changes. As the struggle to find the best solution for those who live and work in the area continues, new efforts are being made to secure safety on the roadways. Kimberly […]
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Abilene Railroad Fest celebrates city’s railroading roots
When the Texas Pacific Railway pushed westward in 1881, ranchers and businessmen chose a shipping point just east of Buffalo Gap. That decision gave birth to the city of Abilene, said Coriander Taylor, director of the Abilene Railroad Fest. “Majority of these communities around Abilene wouldn’t be here … if...
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Police urge drivers to slow down, stay alert in school zones to prevent accidents
The Abilene Police Department (APD) is reminding drivers to exercise caution in school zones. According to Rick Tomlin, Public Information Officer for APD, "one of the most important safety measures is simply to slow down and obey all school zone speed limits," Tomlin said (personal communication, September 26, 2025). Distracted...