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Leadership Starts with a Choice: Leadership Abilene Applications Now Open
One of the things that makes Abilene special is that when challenges arise, people step up. Whether it's serving on a nonprofit board, mentoring a young professional, volunteering for a community project, or helping guide the future of a local business, our city is filled with individuals who choose to lead. They don't always have the loudest voices or the biggest titles. They simply care about their community and are willing to invest their time and talents to make it better.
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Two B-21 test aircraft are now flying out of Edwards AFB as the program shifts from development into early operational validation
Two B-21 Raider stealth bombers are now flying test missions from Edwards Air Force Base in California, marking a shift from early development flights toward operational validation of the Air Force’s most expensive weapons program. At the same time, federal environmental review documents are advancing for the bomber’s first permanent home, with draft Environmental Impact Statements evaluating Dyess AFB in Texas and Ellsworth AFB in South Dakota as candidates for Main Operating Base 1. The overlap between active flight testing and base-selection paperwork creates a timing pressure that will shape when the first combat-coded B-21 wing stands up and where it operates.
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120 temporary units planned in response to Abilene housing crisis
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story originally stated this was a Dyess AFB project. However, that is incorrect. This project is proposed by a private developer. ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – 120 temporary units are being proposed in response to the ongoing housing crisis in Abilene. These units are proposed for a property located at 6929 Military Drive […]
Breckenridge Texan
Ivy N Bean children’s clothing shop celebrates grand opening with ribbon-cutting
After Jeannie Gann’s three daughters – Sierra, Megan and Kirsten – each had a daughter of their own, she found herself shopping for lots of cute kids clothes. When she had the idea to share what she found with her friends and others, Ivy N Bean was created.
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Industrial flex park planned in Abilene to support data center driven growth
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The growth surrounding the Stargate data center project is already leading to new development across Abilene. Steel Tree Industrial Flex Park is planned near Interstate 20 and will include 10 industrial buildings totaling nearly 96,000 square feet. Developers said that the project is designed for contractors, suppliers and other businesses supporting […]
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ASU grad steps up to head Hendrick Health
Hendrick Health in Abilene announced Friday that Angelo State University graduate Kirk Canada will take the reins at the system while the board conducts a national search for next CEO, a Hendrick media release said. Canada, system vice president and chief operating officer, was appointed interim president and CEO in the wake of Brad Holland, who was serving as president and CEO, leaving after seven years of service . "A West Texas native, Canada has played an integral role in advancing Hendrick’s mission, strengthening operational performance and supporting the continued growth of healthcare services across the region," the media release said. Canada earned a bachelor’s degree from Angelo State University, a doctorate in physical therapy and a doctorate of science from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and a master of science in health care administration from Trinity University in San Antonio, the media release said. He is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Canada joined Hendrick Health in 2012 as a physical therapist, and he has advanced through leadership roles across the organization, the media release said. His roles at Hendrick have included director of regional services, assistant vice president of business development and post-acute services,
The Abilene Reporter-News
Here are business openings, closings and what's coming to Abilene
It's been quite the eventful month here in Abilene. We saw students graduate, summer festivities begin and the new start of many local businesses here in the Big Country. And while some businesses are booming, others have shut their doors permanently this month with one of Abilene's oldest restaurants closing. From new community amenities to grand re-openings and new business announcements, here's what happened in Abilene's local business scene in May. Business openings Sun Laundromat, located at 2401 Garfield Ave., celebrated its grand opening on May 14, welcoming the Abilene community to the new modern laundry facility. The new location offers self-service laundry, drop-off wash and fold and commercial services for local hotels and Airbnbs. More information can be found on the laundromat website . La Aguila, a Hispanic-inspired street food truck, reopened this month after moving into a new food truck. La Aguila hosted a grand reopening on May 22 to celebrate the new truck and pay tribute to their customers. Abilene Heritage Square also opened its doors to the public this month on Saturday, May 16. The 8-acre campus features the revitalized Abilene High School campus, originally built in 1924, and additional new space housing community amenities geared
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President, CEO of Hendrick Health leaving effective immediately
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The President and CEO of Hendrick Health is leaving effective immediately. Hendrick Health announced Friday that President and CEO Brad Holland is leaving after more than 7 years of service. No reason was stated for Holland’s departure, but he did allude to pursing other opportunities in his parting statement, saying, “I […]
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Abilene Farmer's Market provides fresh produce to the Abilene community
On Saturday, the Abilene Farmer’s Market was bustling with vendors, customers, and the hum of trucks and trailers. Each week more than 20 vendors set up their goods — and whether they are seasoned or “green” vendors, each has a deep love for the market, their farms, and the customers they serve.
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Are home prices going up in Abilene in 2026?
Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the...
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Abilene Zoo to honor military with 'Walk of Honor' leading to new C-130 attraction
ABILENE, Texas — As renovations continue at the Abilene Zoo, visitors can look forward to a variety of exciting new features and attractions as part of the zoo’s “Bold Adventure” expansion project. One of the most anticipated additions is a retired C-130 Hercules aircraft that will...