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5 years in the making: West Texas VA Health Care System plans to expand Abilene Veteran services in 2026
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The West Texas VA Health Care System signed a new lease to bring a larger health care facility to Abilene area Veterans. Set to open in early 2026, the new center and will be located across from another medical office off US-277. Executive Medical Center Director, Keith Bass, told KTAB/KRBC he […]
Taylor County law enforcement agencies honor fallen officers
"Killed in the line of duty, sir," echoed through the gathered crowd recently during the roll call of fallen officers at the annual Taylor County Law Enforcement Flag and Wreath Ceremony. The individuals lost while on duty signify the service and sacrifice of being a law officer in Abilene and...
7 on ABC 7: The 7 biggest stories from last week you might have missed
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Here are the top digital stories from May 5-May 11. Thanks to a major geomagnetic storm the northern lights were seen across the nation, including here in the Texas Panhandle. Story: Northern Lights spectacle anticipated tonight. American Airlines flight turns around 2 hours in after...
Highlighting mental health: Ending stigma and improving community well-being
ABILENE, Texas — Since 1949, May has been observed as Mental Health Awareness Month. During this month, attention is drawn to mental health issues that impact one in five adults according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to the director of behavioral health at Rolling Plains...
City of Abilene seeks to renovate convention center to compete with booming downtown hotel
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Renovations to the Abilene Convention Center were proposed in a recent city council meeting. Those proposed renovations come with a half-million dollar price tag to start off. “With the construction of the double tree hotel, the convention center is truly showing its age. It’s hard to compete with a facility that […]
Western Heritage Classic rides through downtown Abilene
For the first time in a long time, a parade passed Abilene City Hall. Thursday's Western Heritage Classic parade marked the opening of the celebration of all things Western at the Taylor County Expo Center. With road work continuing to block Cypress Street, the usual parade route through Abilene was...
Share the road: Ride of Silence Wednesday in Abilene
This Wednesday, there will be a Ride of Silence through Abilene in remembrance of those who have lost their lives in cycling-related crashes in Taylor and Jones Counties. The ride will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday with pre-ride ceremonies starting at 6:40 p.m. in the north parking lot of Radford Auditorium at McMurry University.
ACU set to be first Texas university to join 'Every Campus a Refuge' program
ABILENE, Texas — Abilene Christian University says it is set to be the first Texas university to join the Every Campus A Refuge program, designed to partner U.S. colleges and universities with a local refugee resettlement agency as a co-sponsor to host refugees on campus grounds and support them in their resettlement.
Southside Abilene home struck by lightning, no injuries reported
ABILENE, Texas — A Southside Abilene home was struck by lightning Saturday afternoon. We spoke to law enforcement on the scene, and they confirmed the home was struck by lightning. There was smoke coming from the attic, but officials say there was minimal damage. There were no injuries reported.
City of Abilene elects mayor pro-tem, deputy
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The City of Abilene has a new mayor pro-tem (pro tempore) and deputy. Mayor Weldon Hurt isn’t going anywhere, but in the event that he is unable to fulfil his mayoral duties, a pro-tem and deputy are elected. Generally, these two titles are given to senior council members who would be […]
Big Country Beat: 5 lives taken in 3 incidents in Abilene, Baird
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Another active news week in the Big Country brings heartbreaking stories including young lives lost in a Baird crash, a storm chaser helping save a Hawley family caught in a tornado, and more. Keep reading for a full look at the trending local articles of the week. This week’s top 5 in […]
Lady Winds Continue Playoff Run Against Anson on Friday
LAMESA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will look to go further than any other Floydada softball team as they begin their series against the Anson Lady Tigers in the regional semifinal. All games will take place at Lamesa Softball Park with the first game on Friday at 5:00...
First Methodist Church of Anson rises from ashes, embraces new beginnings and patience
ANSON, Texas — On the morning of May 13, 2023, severe thunderstorms made their way across the big country. Lightning from that storm struck the First Methodist Church of Anson burning the historic church to the ground. Almost one year later Pastor Bruce Morgan says it is by the grace of God they can hold church services in their church home today.
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