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Coleman, TX · Education
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Taylor Telecom to launch program honoring Big Country students making a difference Monday
ABILENE, Texas — Taylor Telecom will announce a new program Monday recognizing Big Country students who are making a positive impact in their schools and communities. The company has invited local school district superintendents within its coverage area to attend a luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. at the Club Level of Abilene Christian University’s Moody Coliseum.
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Winters ISD: ‘No indication of an immediate danger’ found after ‘potential threat’ directed at district
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Winters ISD students will go through classes with a heightened security presence on campus this Friday after the district reported that a “potential threat” was directed toward it Thursday evening. In a statement issued on the night of Aug. 13, Winters ISD said its administration was made aware […]
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Abilene ISD teachers earn Region 14 Teacher of the Year honors
ABILENE, Texas — Two Abilene ISD educators have earned Region 14’s top teaching honors and will advance to the state level in the Texas Teacher of the Year program. Noah Watson, a kindergarten teacher at Bowie STEM Academy, was named the Region 14 Elementary Teacher of the Year, while Katie Condra, an English language arts teacher at the Academy of Technology, Engineering, Math, and Science, or ATEMS, was named the Region 14 Secondary Teacher of the Year.
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Breckenridge Buckaroos, Dublin Lions scrimmage to raise funds for benevolence fund
The Breckenridge High School Buckaroos and the Dublin High School Lions will take the field at Buckaroo Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, for a pre-season scrimmage designated as part of the statewide “Our Day to Shine” program. The JV scrimmage will start at 5:30 p.m., and the varsity...
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Abilene High has new leaders but the same goals
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) – The Abilene High Eagles started getting ready to defend their third straight district title on Monday morning. The Eagles and head coach Mike Fullen are expected to some great things this season. They return five starters on both sides of the ball, and many...
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2026 Preseason All-Big Country High School Volleyball Super Team
As summer winds down, and the start of a new school year quickly approaches, teams throughout the Lone Star State are gearing up for the start of the 2026 Texas high school volleyball season. The Big Country and Abilene area’s top high school volleyball players and teams will tip off the 2026 season on Monday, Aug. 10, and look to leave their mark on the court this year. The Abilene Reporter-News is recognizing the top returning high school volleyball stars from across the Big Country with spots on the ARN’s Preseason All-Big Country Volleyball Super Team , which seeks to honor the area’s most talented and prominent players. Selections were determined by a combination of stats, individual awards/accolades and overall team success from the 2025 Texas high school volleyball season . Here’s a closer look at all the athletes who earned spots on the Abilene Reporter-News’ 2026 Preseason All-Big Country Volleyball Superteam: 2026 Preseason All-Big Country Volleyball Super Team – First Team Starters Middle Blocker – Haddie Mock, Abilene Wylie, Sr. Mock was named a Class 5A TGCA All-State pick after a strong junior season for the Lady Bulldogs in 2025, tallying 51 solo blocks, 104 block assists, 243 kills
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Texas DPS issues back-to-school warnings for motorists, students
If there's an end to summer, it's the first day of school. To that end, the Texas Department of Public Safety is reminding parents, students and any other motorist traveling past school campuses or along the routes students walk to reach them, to be extra-vigilant. When exactly is the first day of school? For Abilene and Amarillo ISDs, that's Aug. 19 and Aug. 18, respectively. But for Abilene's Wylie ISD, school begins a week earlier on Aug. 13. That's true also for Wichita Falls ISD and San Angelo ISD while Lubbock and Lubbock-Cooper ISDs begin on Aug. 12. “As students head back to school, we’re asking every driver to make safety their top priority," said Texas Highway Patrol Chief Bryan Rippee. "Slow down, eliminate distractions and remain alert — especially in school zones, at bus stops and in high-volume traffic areas. Every child deserves to arrive at school and return home safely, and that starts with each of us making responsible decisions behind the wheel," Rippee said. DPS provided a list of driving tips for motorists to refresh their skills with: Give students extra room and don’t assume they are paying attention to your vehicle. Students are often distracted by
Breckenridge Texan
Breckenridge schools start 2026-27 year on Monday; drivers urged to use caution in school zones, around buses
The 2026-27 school year kicks off for Breckenridge students bright and early tomorrow morning, Monday, Aug. 10. For the new year, classes will start at 7:45 a.m. (East Elementary, junior high and high school) or 7:55 a.m. (South Elementary) and wrap up between 3:30 and 3:45 p.m., depending on the school and grade level.
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New Abilene ISD teachers receive surprise grants
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – About 40 Abilene ISD teachers who are new to the profession were awarded $150 grants on Thursday by the Abilene Education Foundation. This was the 15th annual distribution of the Judy Dudley Memorial GIFT, or Giving Incentives for First-Time Teachers, Grants. AEF Executive Director Adam Samuels said the grants are important […]
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Anson’s Firepower is Physical & Determined to Win
ANSON, Texas (BCH Sports) – The Anson Tigers have the firepower to be a serious district title contender. There’s the 6-foot-5 receiving threat, Malachi St. John. Returning sophomore quarterback Grayson Feagan. First-team All-District linebackers Samuel Wilburn and Avery Lozano. Last season’s District Lineman of the Year, Alijah Lozano....
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School zone crashes up 12%; Eula police urge drivers to slow down
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – As students across the Big Country head back to school, law enforcement is reminding drivers to slow down and stop for school buses, warning that one careless decision could put a child’s life at risk. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, traffic crashes in Texas school zones rose 12% from […]
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From the Kitchen to the Classroom: Big Country chef shares easy summer recipe & TSTC culinary opportunities
SWEETWATER, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Chef Nathan Sheasby, a chef instructor with the Texas State Technical College (TSTC) Sweetwater Campus Culinary Arts Program and owner of Chef Sheasby Catering in Abilene, joined Heather Easley and Carter Vandrasik on West Texas Today to prepare a gourmet summer dish: sweet potato gnocchi with asparagus, summer corn, goat cheese, […]
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Member Spotlight: America's SBDC at Texas Tech University
The Abilene SBDC stands out for its personalized, no-cost advising and strong commitment to the success of local entrepreneurs. By combining expert guidance with practical training and strategic partnerships, the center helps businesses start, grow, and thrive while directly contributing to the region’s economic development. What do customers say...
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2026 All-Big Country High School Baseball Super Team, Awards
From elite defenders and speed demons on the basepaths to prolific power hitters and dominant pitchers, the Big Country’s 2026 Texas high school baseball season was defined by elite playmakers who delivered when it mattered most. Several Big Country squads launched deep playoff runs, while many of the area’s top high school baseball stars stood out on the diamond and left their mark with spectacular individual seasons. The Abilene Reporter-News recognizes the area’s top players, coaches and teams from the 2026 season with our All-Big Country High School Baseball Super Team . Super Team selections were determined through a combination of coach nominations, statistics, all-district honors and team success. Here’s a complete look at the Big Country and greater Abilene area’s top standouts who earned all-area honors and spots on the Abilene Reporter-News 2026 All-Big Country Baseball Super Team: More: Fan Vote | Who should be 2025-26 All-Big Country Boys High School Athlete of the Year? More: Fan Vote: Who should be 2025-26 All-Big Country Girls High School Athlete of the Year? More: Coleman ISD taps longtime assistant as interim football coach 2026 All-Big Country Baseball – Major Awards MVP – P/SS/C Aiden Shank, Gordon, Sr. Few players meant as
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ARN’s 2026 All-Big Country High School Softball Super Team, Awards
From super consistent slappers and dominant pitchers to high-impact power hitters and elite defenders, the Big Country’s 2026 Texas high school softball season was defined by playmakers who delivered when it mattered most. Several Big Country squads advanced far into the postseason on deep playoff runs, while many of the area’s top high school softball players also stood out on the diamond and left their mark with spectacular individual seasons. The Abilene Reporter-News recognizes the area’s top players, coaches and teams from the 2026 season with our All-Big Country High School Softball Super Team . Super Team selections were determined through a combination of coach nominations, statistics, all-district honors and team success. Here’s a complete look at the Big Country and greater Abilene area’s top standouts who earned all-area honors and spots on the Abilene Reporter-News 2026 All-Big Country Softball Superteam : 2026 All-Big Country Softball – Superlative Awards MVP – CF Addi Hart, Coahoma, Sr. Hart was the most valuable player on the Big Country’s best team, earning TGCA and TSWA All-State honors after helping Coahoma reach the UIL state title game for the fifth consecutive season. She was a consistent tone-setter as the leadoff hitter in the Bulldogettes’