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Texas author calls for more civility
ABILENE, Texas — An Abilene author is turning decades of experience in storytelling into a new effort to encourage civility in everyday life. Glenn Dromgoole, a former Abilene Reporter-News editor and author of 35 books, launched MoreCivilityPlease.com in July. The website offers 16 free reflections on themes such as kindness, respect, and gratitude.
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Bobcat spotted in broad daylight at Abilene golf course
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A bobcat has been spotted in broad daylight at an Abilene golf course. A couple golfing there on a Monday morning a couple of weeks ago saw the cat near hole 16 at the Live Oak Golf Club off Industrial Boulevard in southeast Abilene. One of their friends posted the sighting […]
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Did you know. . . this Abilene auto shop doubles as a bird rescue?
(KTAB/KRBC) – An Abilene auto shop has served its customers cars for 43 years, but for about half that time, the care has extended well beyond the vehicles in its garage. For more than four decades, Abilene drivers have flocked to Pittman’s Garage on the 1400 block of Poplar Street to keep their cars running. […]
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Chili Bowl returns to Buffalo Gap for 44th year over Labor Day weekend
BUFFALO GAP, Texas — The Chili Bowl returns to Buffalo Gap this Labor Day weekend, as volunteers prepare for the annual Big Country tradition. Now in its 44th consecutive year, the event has brought the community together for more than four decades. Festivities run Saturday, Sept. 5, through Sunday,...
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Foodies Are Obsessed With This All-You-Can-Eat Steak Buffet In Rural Texas
If you’ve ever looked at a steakhouse menu and thought “I could eat twice this much,” then Ballinger, Texas, has been waiting for you. Beefmaster Steakhouse is the all-you-can-eat steak buffet that food lovers across Texas keep talking about, and once you’ve been there, you’ll completely understand why.
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Back Pain And Desk Posture Issues Got The Spotlight On Weekend Buzz With Chiropractors From The Joint
Dr. Ryan Bailey from The Joint Chiropractic joined the show to break down why so many locals are dealing with back and neck pain. The team cleared up some myths about chiropractic care while sharing what patients can expect.
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Sharp Shells, Ecosystem Damage, Zebra Mussels Now Breeding In Fort Phantom Hill Lake
Zebra mussels have taken hold at Fort Phantom Hill Lake in Abilene. Texas Parks and Wildlife confirmed the lake is now fully infested after finding reproducing mussels at multiple locations around the water.
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Abilene crowns the best local burger joint
Last week, we rounded up some of Abilene's most popular burger joints , ranging from long-time community staples to new modern dining concepts captivating the area. Then we asked our readers to pick their favorite and vote to determine which Abilene burger joint is the best. After a long week of voting and with a little over 400 participants, the poll has closed, and we officially have a winner. With 176 votes (43.6%), Larry's Better Burger Drive-In has taken the crown as Abilene's best burger joint. Coming in second is Lucy's Big Burgers with 112 votes (27.8%), and in third is Texas Flaming Grill with 73 votes (18.1%). More: Obnoxious sewage odor, dust, debris in Abilene restaurant inspections More: New Abilene Firehouse Subs marks 1,500th location As one of Abilene's oldest burger joints, Larry's Better Burger Drive-In is a community staple that has been serving Abilene old-fashioned burgers since the 1950s. Operated now for over 50 years by Larry Olney and family, Larry's offers a better burger at a low price in a retro-style drive-up restaurant at 1233 N. Treadway Blvd. Larry's Better Burger Drive-In is a cash-only establishment and is closed Saturday and Sunday. This article originally appeared on
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Meet Siam, this week’s adoptable pet from Taylor Jones Humane Society
This week’s adoptable pet from the Taylor Jones Humane Society is Siam, a four month old Siamese cat. Siam was found on the streets before coming to the humane society. He has tested negative for feline leukemia and FIV, received his first set of vaccines and still needs to be neutered before going home with a new family.
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New brunch café coming to Abilene
Breakfast in Abilene is about to get a whole lot more exciting. The Flying Biscuit Café, a Southern-inspired regional breakfast chain, is expanding into Abilene, serving brunch and biscuits all day, every day. The franchise recently announced that it has signed a lease at 2467 N. Judge Ely Blvd. in the Allen Ridge shopping center less than a mile away from Abilene Christian University. According to a recent blog post from the cafe, the new dining concept is expected to open sometime during the first quarter of 2027 with an exact date to be announced as buildout progresses. Spearheading the project are Abilene residents Edward Ortiz and his wife Samantha and brother Edgar Ortiz, who have prior experience running other franchise businesses in the area. More: Abilene crowns the best local burger joint More: Spirit Halloween sets up shop in Abilene “We wanted to bring something new to West Texas, and Abilene is home,” said Edward Ortiz. “What matters most is giving friends and families a place to sit a while," Ortiz said. "We want everyone who walks in to leave planning the next visit — and we’d like Abilene to claim this one as its brunch spot.” The closest
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Abilene artist brings his artwork to the big leagues, one bat at a time
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An Abilene artist is seeing his work move from local murals to Major League Baseball fields. Mixed-media artist Kameron Alexander has spent about a decade creating murals and other artwork. For the past two years, he has also been hand-painting baseball bats for professional players. So far, two MLB players have […]
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Historic Abilene building gets new life as home of Belt Buckle Distillery
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A historic three-story building in Abilene’s Soda District is getting a new life as home to Belt Buckle Distillery, but the business owners say they don’t want the building’s past to be lost. Larry “Satch” Sanders, CFO of Belt Buckle Distillery, said the property has played several roles throughout its history. […]
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Motherhood on & off camera with Abilene anchor Pam Nolan
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – She arrives at work when most are still sleeping; Pam Nolan anchors the morning and noon newscasts on KTAB. She’s also a proud mom of her adult son, Matt. Nolan joins “On Time for Mom Time” podcast hosts, Brittany Pelletz and Stacie Lopez, for a conversation about being a mom in […]
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Prickly Pear Cafe: The tasty secret hiding inside a Coleman boutique
COLEMAN, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – If you’re looking for a West Texas destination where you can shop, eat and soak up a little local history, Prickly Pear in downtown Coleman is worth the drive. Featured this week on “Bite of West Texas,” Prickly Pear is a clothing boutique with a cafe tucked away in the back. […]