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Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to the summer season and much of that can be seen through television and radio commercials that stores have for this upcoming holiday weekend. While some stores will be closed, for Memorial Day, many will be open with grandiose sales in hopes of...

Regardless of location, you can water between 12 am and 10 am as well as 6 pm and Midnight. Odd Number Addresses: You can water Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. Even Number Addresses: You can water Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. *Others: You can water Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. * Denotes industrial,...

The Mesquite Heat Fire showed the entire Big Country (and state) how much we need (and value) volunteer firefighters. Well, our area volunteer fire departments aren't looking for just firefighters, they're looking for volunteers, period. One of those fire departments happens to be the Jim Ned Volunteer Fire Department, which...

As summer continues to heat up in Abilene and throughout the Lone Star State, we are all looking for ways to cool off. Swimply.com can help, by offering some suggestions. It's like an Airbnb but it's about swimming pools, thus the name "Swimply." They feature swimming pools that you can rent by the hour.

All states have symbols that truly represent their people, region, animals, food, quirks, and so on. Heck, when you think of our state symbols, I'm sure the bluebonnets or armadillos immediately come to mind. Well, as they say, everything is bigger in Texas. So, we decided to go big with...

We all need to know what causes wildfires throughout Texas, and learning the facts will help us prevent fires like what's been happening in the Big Country with the Mesquite HeatFire. I've spoken with a couple of fire chiefs from the Volunteer Fire Departments that are battling the blaze. They are telling me that we can avoid a lot of these wildfires.

Cities around Texas are dealing with different increases in crime. Some are seeing increases in different crimes such has burglaries, property crimes, and even shootings. The City of Austin is seeing a huge increase in vehicle thefts, according to KXAN. KXAN reports that the auto thefts aren't just in one...

The Mesquite Heat Fire has ravaged property and homes in its wake, but the personal property isn't all that's lost. Firefighters and first responders, from all over, have ascended to our area to help battle the blaze and many (if not all) will have to replace equipment following this tragedy.

If you have some old tires laying around and don't know what to do with them, check out Abilene's Tire Amnesty Days this weekend. Not only can you get rid of your tires for free, but you can also score a free rain barrel. What is Tire Amnesty Days. Each...

A not so well known fact about the Abilene Kennel Club is it's been in the Key City for a long, long time. While I thought it's been around Abilene for about twenty years. The actual truth is that the Abilene Kennel Club has been in existence in the Big Country since its inception in 1958.

If you are a fan of the United States Air Force, a fan of history, and you like to get up close and personal with planes, you won't want to miss out on this weekend's Big Country Air Fest in Abilene. Aircraft will arrive on Friday May 20 and will continue to arrive on Saturday, May 21. The aircraft will leave Abilene on Sunday.

We're in the time of year that kids are getting out of school and parents are going crazy figuring out what to do with them. When making those summer vacation plans, don't forget about the majestic and scenic station and national parks we have here in Texas. Whether you're into...

A Texas toddler is showing the rest of the world that it's actually pretty simple to use the DoorDash app. And boy, did he use it to order a massive amount of cheeseburgers. The 2-year-old boy from Kingsville, Texas was in cheeseburger heaven after his mom, Kelsey Golden, handed him her phone to keep him busy. It's something just about every parent does from time to time.

Now that graduation ceremonies are beginning throughout Abilene, the Big Country, and all throughout Texas, our thoughts wander to, "what's the best college to attend?" We're fortunate to have three universities and several colleges in Abilene. However, the question still remains which university is best or better yet which one...

When I first heard the term "Ride of Silence" I didn't really know what it was. However, the second time I was confronted with the term "Ride of Silence" was when an acquaintance named Jill Christie with the Texas Department of Transportation was explaining to me what the ride was all about.

You may have seen the sky filled with smoke Tuesday evening and that was because of a massive wildfire south of Abilene in the View and Caps area. While firefighters continue to battle the blaze, there is a path of victims in its wake that need our help. Not only that, but the firefighters and volunteers, who have been assisting at ground control, need a little assistance as well.

With temperatures rising and schools wrapping up, a lot of Texans are starting to get back to their swimming pools with all the toys and accessories that go with pools and summertime fun. But there's something that police in one Texas town are warning citizens about. Apparently, those brightly covered...

National Armed Forces Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 21st, this day was created to celebrate all five branches of the United States Military. Furthermore, Armed Forces Day was originally conceived by President Harry S Truman and became a holiday in 1949. Today the Abilene Zoo celebrates National Armed Forces...

Wrestling fans can rejoice as the WWE is returning to Abilene for a thrilling night of mayhem at the Taylor County Expo Center. Tickets start at only $20 for this incredible lineup that includes Drew McIntyre, Sasha Banks, the SmackDown Tag Team Champions The Usos, and many more. It's been...

Whether you want to get rid of some things taking up space around your place. Maybe you need to sell some things you've been hoarding for a while or you're looking for that perfect thing-ah-ma-jig you've been looking for. Then, here's the perfect opportunity to make some cash and or spend some cash at the Wylie Christian Church (WCC) 6250 Buffalo Gap Rd during their Market Days event.