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Water main break impacts south Abilene traffic, school pickup

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – According to the Abilene Police Department, a water main break in south Abilene has closed the westbound lanes of Buffalo Gap Road and is affecting afternoon pickup at a nearby elementary school. The closure will impact Alcorta Elementary School, located at 2650 South 32nd Street. Parents picking up students are asked […]

Abilene, TX · 3d

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AI data center construction in Texas draws in major local controversy

Bigbigth”[Our] house has no more residential value,” Abilene resident and business owner Lexi Smith said in an interview with KUT Radio. “If we were ever able to sell, it would be purely commercial.”. With the efficiency of large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) models in daily life, the expansion...

Texas · 2d
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Texas DPS delivers serious safety warning to teen drivers

ABILENE, Texas — As teenagers prepare to get behind the wheel, the Texas Department of Public Safety is emphasizing the risks and responsibilities that come with driving. Sgt. Marc Couch with the Texas Department of Public Safety gives monthly presentations at A OK Driving School in Abilene, addressing leading factors in fatal crashes and educating new drivers about the consequences of unsafe driving.

Abilene, TX · 1d
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Texas Has A Whole Village Of Historic Buildings Where Kids Walk Right Into The 1800s

A jail, a courthouse, a blacksmith shop, and an old gas station all share one quiet patch of West Texas. Kids can wander between them like they’re running errands back in the 1890s, just without the horse. None of these buildings were made for a theme park. They were...

Texas · 8d
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The Antiques Capital Of Texas Is A Charming Small Town That Time Forgot

There’s a small town in West Texas that never got the memo about moving on, and after one visit to Baird, you’ll be very glad it didn’t. Baird, Texas sits about 35 miles east of Abilene along Interstate 20, and it carries the official title of the Antiques Capital of West Texas.

Baird, TX · 2d

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Veterans Freedom Parade returns to Abilene

ABILENE, Texas — Residents lined the streets on Saturday for the Abilene Veterans Freedom Parade, an annual celebration recognizing the contributions and sacrifices of veterans. The parade featured classic cars, marching bands and community floats. The event also raised funds for local veteran services. Gary Blake, commander of VFW...

Abilene, TX · 4d

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New World screwworm zone established in four West Texas counties

MITCHELL, County — A New World screwworm infested zone was established Nov. 5 after the pest was detected in a bovine in Mitchell County, the Texas Animal Health Commission said. The zone covers portions of Fisher, Mitchell, Nolan and Scurry counties. The commission’s map also shows an adjacent surveillance...

Mitchell County, TX · 6d

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Abilene tenants allege lack of communication before mass towing at apartment complex

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Residents at an Abilene apartment complex say they were caught off guard when many vehicles were towed during planned parking lot renovations, leaving some residents with hundreds of dollars in fees and questions about how they were notified. Brandy and Christopher Coston, who live at The Grand at Buffalo Run, said […]

Abilene, TX · 7d

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Balloon Fest returns to Abilene this weekend with rides, launches and entertainment

ABILENE, Texas — Balloon Fest is returning to Abilene this weekend, Nov. 6-7, bringing hot air balloons, food and entertainment back to the city. The event is scheduled for 2250 E.N. 10th St. in Abilene, with activities planned from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Abilene, TX · 6d

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Dyess breaks ground on $78 million B-21 mission planning facility

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Dyess Air Force Base broke ground Thursday on a $78 million facility dedicated exclusively to the B-21 Raider, marking a major step in preparing the base for the next generation of bomber operations. The 46,000-square-foot Mission Planning Facility will serve as a central planning and operational hub for B-21 missions. It […]

Abilene, TX · 6d

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Taylor County Republicans react to disappointing state wide results

Republicans won big in Abilene and surrounding areas Tuesday night, but the party was stunned by the force of the blue wave that hit the rest of Texas. “I feel like Republicans turned out in a big way in Taylor County, and that’s because of your efforts,” Jay Hardaway told supporters at the Taylor County Republican headquarters, minutes after winning the Texas House seat in District 71. “Once again, West Texas does it like we’re supposed to.”

Taylor County, TX · 7d

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Voices of Valor: Retired Air Force master sergeant carries a piece of home through 24 years of service

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – As Veterans Day approaches, KTAB/KRBC is sharing stories from the men and women who have served the country through a special series called Voices of Valor. For reporter Kira Jinkins, the first story in the series is personal. The veteran sharing his experiences is her father, retired U.S. Air Force Master […]

Abilene, TX · 7d

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Voters enact change to firefighter pay negotiations in Abilene

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Voters have decided to change the way firefighter pay is negotiated in Abilene. Proposition A, which forces the City of Abilene to move from its current negotiation process of meet-and-confer to a new process of collective bargaining, passed during the November mid-term elections by a vote of 74% to 26%. Proposition […]

Abilene, TX · 8d

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Big Country Politics: Gina Hinojosa discusses data centers, education & affordability

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Democratic Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa outlined her positions on data centers, public education, property taxes and affordability. With Election Day approaching, Hinojosa discussed what she would prioritize if elected governor, including pausing new data center permits, changing the state’s education accountability system and providing financial relief to Texas households. Hinojosa […]

Texas · 11d

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Cypress Street improvement project puts downtown Abilene in statewide awards spotlight

Abilene, Texas — Cypress Street’s new look is drawing more people to downtown Abilene — and now the project is getting statewide attention. The Cypress Street Improvement Project has been named a statewide finalist for best public improvement in the Texas Downtown President’s Awards. The winner will be announced Nov. 4.

Abilene, TX · 8d

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Abilene ISD ‘taking action’ after staff, students report feeling ill due to sewer odor at school

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene ISD is “taking action” after staff and students reported feeling ill due to a sewer odor at school. District officials confirm a cracked sewer pipe was found under the foundation at Woodson Center for Excellence on Cockerell Drive after they began investigating the unplasent odor. “I understand the frustration and […]

Abilene, TX · 10d

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Texas city's employers face a recruiting hurdle as housing shortage nears 11,000 homes

"We want to make sure that we’re always in a net positive job gain posture."

Abilene, TX · 11d

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From The 2016 Master Plan To Reality, Cypress Street In Downtown Abilene

Downtown Abilene's Cypress Street rebuild is finished and impressive. From North 1st thru North 5th street the Texas State Awards judges have on their finalist list.

Abilene, TX · 10d

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Abilene H-E-B celebrates 35 years of serving the community

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene H-E-B celebrated 35 years of serving the community Saturday morning, inviting customers and community members to join in the milestone.

Abilene, TX · 11d

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Early voters in Abilene weigh economy, party loyalty in key Texas races

ABILENE, Texas — Party loyalty, faith, the economy and border security helped shape the choices of three Abilene voters who spoke with KTXS about how they cast their ballots. Two said they voted for Republicans throughout the ballot. A third declined to name a candidate he supported but described...

Abilene, TX · 13d