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The Abilene Reporter-News

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Texas high school football: Big Country UIL Bi-District Playoff Schedule, Scores (Nov. 12-14)

After two and a half months of highly-competitive and exciting regular season action, the 2026 Texas high school football playoffs have finally arrived. The Lone Star State’s best high school football teams have punched their tickets to the postseason and have their sights set on the 2026 UIL Football State Championships on Dec. 16-19 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington where 12 new state champions will be crowned. But now the Big Country and Abilene area’s top teams are set to kick off the bi-district round of the 2026 UIL playoffs Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 12-14, with the winners securing spots in the area round next week. Here’s a closer look at every matchup featuring Big Country teams competing in the bi-district round of the 2026 UIL Football Playoffs: This post will be updated throughout the week with scores! 2026 Texas High School Football Playoffs – Big Country UIL Bi-District Playoff Pairings, Scores (Nov. 12-14) CLASS 5A DIVISION I Abilene High Eagles (6-4) vs. El Paso Hanks Knights (7-3), 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12, at Shotwell Stadium in Abilene Complete 5A DI UIL Football Playoffs bracket. CLASS 5A DIVISION II Abilene Wylie Bulldogs (7-3) vs. El Paso Del Valle Conquistadores (6-4), 7

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Love & Care founder shares personal story ahead of Mission Thanksgiving

ABILENE, Texas — Mission Thanksgiving is just around the corner, supporting Love & Care Ministries and the people it serves. KTXS sat down with founder and executive director Mark Hewitt to hear how a calling that began with a few meals grew into a lifelong mission. Before Love &...

Abilene, TX · 2d
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Big Country Cribs: A tour inside 15 Ninth Hole

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Big Country Cribs takes viewers inside some of the Big Country’s most impressive homes! In this episode, Victor Sotelo tours 15 9th Hole, a stunning, expansive estate in Abilene. Joined by John Mark Willits of Berkshire Hathaway, Victor explores the custom-built property, highlighting its impressive features, unique character, and the story […]

Abilene, TX · 2d

The Abilene Reporter-News

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Hendrick Medical Center now a Level II trauma site

Hendrick Medical Center has announced a significant milestone in its role as a regional healthcare provider. The north Abilene hospital has earned a designation as a Level II Trauma Center, according to a hospital media release. Hendrick can provide initial trauma care for a broad range of injuries and severities, the media release said. Hendrick will also be able to take expanded leadership responsibilities in the region in relation to trauma education and disaster planning. “We are able to care for more trauma patients closer to home instead of transferring them to centers far from Abilene,” Dr. Erin Woller, a surgeon and medical director for Trauma Services at Hendrick, said in the media release. Being a Level II Trauma Center means that the hospital has the surgeons and operating room personnel on hand and in-house at any hour of the day. Hendrick is the highest-level trauma center off Interstate Highway 20 between Fort Worth and Midland. The new designation has been a goal five years in the making. Hendrick built a Trauma and Acute Care Surgery team in-house with the ability to respond at whatever time they are needed. More: BOBS beats hunger each day with free breakfasts They added

Abilene, TX · 1d

The Abilene Reporter-News

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Things to do for Thanksgiving fun in Abilene

As Thanksgiving approaches, Abilene families will have plenty of opportunities to celebrate the season beyond the dinner table. From turkey trots and craft workshops to children's activities, story times and hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics programs, local organizations are hosting a variety of Thanksgiving-themed events throughout November designed to bring the community together. Craft Hour: Thanksgiving Pie Kids and families can celebrate the Thanksgiving season with a little creativity at the South Branch Library on Sunday, Nov. 15, during Craft Hour: Thanksgiving Pie. Participants will have the chance to make their own festive pie-themed craft to take home, using supplies provided by the library. The free, come-and-go program is open to all ages and offers a fun, hands-on way for families to spend an afternoon together. The event begins at 2 p.m., and no registration is required. Innovation on Parade Children and families are invited to get creative at the Abilene Public Library's Innovation on Parade program on Wednesday, Nov. 18. The event will begin with a reading of "Balloons Over Broadway" by Melissa Sweet, which tells the story of the artist who helped create the giant character balloons that became a staple of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day

Abilene, TX · 1d

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Mother Nature grounds the Abilene Balloon Festival

A crowd of people watch a hot air balloon inflate at the Abilene Hot Air Balloon Festival. This past weekend, Abilene took to the skies as the Abilene Balloon Fest returned. The festival of fun and wonder was cut short as the weather turned uncooperative. Robin Hicks, alongside the Optimist...

Abilene, TX · 1d

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Wylie Fastpitch Softball Association leadership speaks out

ABILENE, Texas — After losing its sanction from USSSA and its facility use agreement with the City of Abilene in September, the Wylie Fastpitch Softball Association's president and treasurer are sharing their side of the story. WFSA President Marissa Black and Treasurer Stephanie Black said the association lost its...

Abilene, TX · 11h

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Seminole advances with 63-0 win over EP Bowie

SEMINOLE, Texas (KCBD) - The Seminole Indians (8-3) won their sixth consecutive game Thursday, steamrolling the El Paso Bowie Bears 63-0, and their high-powered offense was on full display. The Tribe now awaits the winner of Levelland-Mineral Wells, who play 7 p.m. Friday at Shotwell Stadium in Abilene.

Seminole, TX · 21h

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Ball State Co-Authored Study Finds Data Centers Create Few Lasting Jobs

A new peer reviewed study co-authored by a Ball State University researcher found that data centers in Texas produced a brief bump in construction jobs but no lasting gains in local employment. The findings come as Indiana has disclosed more than $655 million in data center sales tax exemptions. The...

Indiana · 21h