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BJ Welding Supply Building 40,000-square-foot Facility In Abilene, Adding 24 Jobs
A major welding supply company is planting roots in Abilene with a new facility and 24 job openings. BJ Welding Supply's 15.3 million dollar expansion shows confidence in the community's industrial future.
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The Longest-Running Farm & Ranch Show in Texas Returns to Abilene!
Agriculture has always been at the heart of West Texas. From the farmers and ranchers who work the land to the businesses and industries that support them, agriculture continues to play a vital role in our region's economy and way of life. Each February, we have the opportunity to celebrate that legacy while looking ahead to the innovations shaping its future.
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Hotels, housing and headaches: Abilene prices continue to increase with data center construction
As data center construction continues in Abilene with the Stargate data center, Abileneans continue to feel the impact of rising costs, specifically when it comes to hotels and housing. According to data provided by Robert Lopez, the vice president of the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, hotel prices have more...
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Reed Resale brings a new twist to secondhand shopping in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas — A clothing item that no longer fits one person’s style could become someone else’s new favorite at Reed Resale in downtown Abilene. Owner Allie Reed said the store combines a consignment hybrid with an online boutique. Clients bring in women’s clothing to sell, and...
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LIST: Abilene welcomes new restaurants, recreation & fitness businesses
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Several new businesses are opening or preparing to open across Abilene, bringing new dining options, recreational activities and entertainment to the Big Country. From a breakfast and lunch spot near Abilene Christian University to a new pickleball facility and claw-machine arcade, here’s a look at businesses opening in Abilene. Flying Biscuit […]
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Year-over-year job growth strong in Abilene, housing demands see big increase
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Texas led the nation in 12-month job growth, according to Governor Greg Abbott’s office. The state grew 1.1% compared to the nation’s .8%. So what does that look like in Abilene, and how are they keeping the jobs amid the housing demand? “Year-over-year about 700 jobs,” Abilene Chamber of Commerce President […]
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This 103-Year-Old Texas Drug Store Still Serves Up Old-Fashioned Magic at Its Soda Fountain and Grill
Count every owl figurine in this drugstore correctly, and you can earn a free burger. That’s a real deal, and the place is packed with owls. Good luck keeping your focus. The prize burger has been on the menu since the store opened. The soda fountain still mixes Black Cows, floats, and malts at an antique bar. That bar came all the way from a shuttered pharmacy in North Carolina.
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Abilene Christian University's endowment surpasses $1 billion
ABILENE, Texas — Abilene Christian University’s endowment has surpassed $1 billion, marking a historic financial milestone that university leaders hope will expand academic opportunities and strengthen long-term institutional resources. Joe Lee, president and chief investment officer of Abilene Christian Investment Management Company, has been responsible for managing ACU’s...
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TSTC host job fair with 60-plus companies in Abilene
Abilene, Texas — Texas State Technical College students got a chance to meet face-to-face with potential employers and even line up interviews during the school’s annual job fair. The job fair was held Oct. 20 at TSTC’s Industrial Technology Center, with more than 60 companies registered to attend....