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Man accused of kidnapping baby from N.M. park after killing mother had threatened to ‘start killing people and children’
A Texas man accused of kidnapping a 10-month-old girl at a New Mexico park after having fatally shot her mother and another woman had previously threatened to "start killing people and children," according to federal investigators. A federal criminal complaint alleged that Alek Isaiah Collins called the FBI twice last...
New dean selected for Holland Medical High School
ABILENE, Texas — Ginger Held will be the next dean of Holland Medical High School, the Abilene ISD announced Friday. Held will replace Kathy Walker, who plans to retire at the end of the school year after 30 years of service to AISD students. She has more than 30...
Abilene High best friends share spotlight as valedictorian & salutatorian
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Many students work diligently to become valedictorians or salutatorians at the pinnacle of their high school careers. At Abilene High School this year, two best friends are sharing the stage as the top two in their class. AHS Seniors Sydney Spell and Arabelle Marz have been friends since the middle of […]
Hospice of The Big Country to host butterfly release memorial ceremony
On Saturday, June 1st Hospice of The Big Country (HOBC) will host an open event for anyone in the community who is grieving the loss of a loved one. The memorial service will be held at Festival Gardens in Nelson Park will feature a butterfly release. HOBC will do a group release and later each family will get their own butterfly to release privately in the park. The ceremony will be followed by a picnic lunch.
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...
Maple Street project paused due to oil pipeline improvements, frustrating residents
ABILENE, Texas — The Maple Street project construction is on pause after oil pipelines cause concern for improvement. "We knew there were some oil pipelines beneath the roadway that we are improving ... they had some concerns over the construction project," said Max Johnson. Johnson is the director for...
Abilene ISD appoints Dr. Joseph Waldron as 2nd-in-command for district
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene ISD has appointed Dr. Joseph Waldron, Ed.D. to serve as deputy superintendent for the district. As deputy superintendent, the district said Dr. Waldron will be second-in-command for all of the district and the lead when Supt. Dr. John Kuhn is unable to respond. “Dr. Waldron is a precise thinker who […]
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