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Abilene High Football defeats San Angelo Central 60-36 in season opener
SAN ANGELO, Texas (BCH Sports) – The Abilene Eagles are 1-0 to start the season after taking care of business on the road against San Angelo Central. In the 98th ever meeting between the two, the Eagles won their 46th game against them all-time. After Abilene went up 7-0, the Bobcats tied things up with a 1-yard touchdown […]
Crime Reports: Woman allegedly ‘slammed to the ground’ during burglary in South Abilene
Editor’s Note: The following arrest and incident reports were supplied by the Abilene Police Department. All information below comes from reports made by responding officers, and all suspects are considered not guilty unless determined otherwise in a court of law. Incidents 2100 block of Amy Lyn Avenue – AssaultA 63-year-old man reported that a known […]
Stepping up to the Tee: Abilene Disc Golf Association upgrades disc golf courses
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) —The Abilene Disc Golf Association, in cooperation with Abilene Parks & Recreation, is upgrading local disc golf courses. While disc golf is a relatively new sport, its popularity has grown rapidly, with Abilene having a healthy population of players. Because of this growth, the Abilene Disc Golf Association has taken it upon […]
Three Keys for the ACU Game
Texas Tech will commence its 100th season of football by playing a program it hasn't met in 75 years. The Red Raiders and the Abilene Christian Wildcats will kick it off at 6:30 on Saturday, August 31, in what could be soupy conditions in Jones Stadium. Presently, there is a 40-percent chance of rain in Lubbock tomorrow, although the precipitation is expected to clear out by nightfall.
Dyess AFB From Birth to Crown Jewel of Abilene: Happy Birthday!
Dyess AFB: Celebrates Its Birthday and a Legacy of Service in Abilene, Texas. September 18th is the Air Force's Birthday. Here in the Big Country we'll celebrate it with Dyess Air Force Base, nestled in the heart of Abilene, Texas. To me it's more than just a military installation, it's a cornerstone of the community and a symbol of enduring service and sacrifice. For all west Texans, Dyess is woven into the very fabric of our lives.
ACU wins first match of 2024 season against Campbell
WACO — The Wildcats gained their first win of the 2024 season on Friday night, taking down the Campbell Fighting Camels, 3-1. "We are very excited that we were able to get our first win of the season against a great opponent in Campbell," head coach Ijeoma Moronu Alstrup said. "I'm proud of the overall performance of the team and our ability to rebound from the Baylor loss and refocus on what was ahead of us. There's so much more to come."
No. 23 VB Sweeps ACU to Start Classic
WACO, Texas – The 23rd-ranked Baylor volleyball team beat Abilene Christian on Friday morning in the Ferrell Center, 3-0. BU swept ACU in three sets at the Ferrell. Baylor dominated the first set with a score of 25-11 and was able to keep their momentum the rest of the morning, winning the second set 25-17 and took the third set 25-14. Baylor held ACU to a .065 hitting percentage.
39th Annual Big Country AA Conference returns to Abilene this Labor Day weekend
ABILENE, Texas — The 39th Annual Big Country AA Conference is happening August 30-September 1 at 201 Mesquite St. Event Center in Abilene. It's a three-day event featuring stories of recovery from alcoholism by speakers across the United States. Throughout the weekend, there will be multiple speakers, a dance,...
Wildcats drop season opener to No. 23 Baylor Bears
WACO — ACU opened the 2024 season with a challenge on the road against the No. 23 ranked Baylor Bears, ultimately falling to the Bears in straight sets. "We knew that starting the season off against No. 23 ranked Baylor would be a challenge," head coach Ijeoma Moronu Alstrup said. "But I feel the team happily accepted that challenge. We saw moments of some very high-level volleyball from both sides and many individuals stepped up in big ways."
SUBVARSITY REPORT: JV, Freshman Lions open with road wins at Wylie
ABILENE – The Brownwood Freshman Lions dominated their season opener, jumping out to a 22-6 halftime lead, while mirroring their performance in the second half. The Lions led 15-0 after the first quarter as, after a bad snap on a Wylie punt, Brownwood took over inside the Bulldog 10. Caden Wilson scored on a 3-yard run and added the two-point conversion.
Abilene Missing Person Cold Cases
As someone who has lived in Abilene most of my life, I understand the power of community. Each of these missing person cases highlights the need for awareness and engagement. We can all play a part in helping to solve these mysteries—whether it's sharing information, keeping an eye out for suspicious behavior, or simply lending support to the families affected.
Mann Middle School holds community input summit on STEM transition
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A panel of nine Mann Middle School students gathered before Abilene ISD staff, administration, and parents Thursday for a set of community ‘summit’ events. These events are aimed at informing the future direction as the district determines the best changes for Mann’s transition into a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) […]
Labor Day activities across the Big Country
In case you aren't sure how to spend your Labor Day weekend, here are a few activities happening around the Big Country. The 39th Annual Big Country AA Conference is happening August 30-September 1 at201 Mesquite St. Event Center in Abilene. It's a three day event featuring stories of recovery from alcoholism. The event is open to the public and admission is $25. Registration for the event opens at 4 p.m. Friday.
Cooper High students and staff rally together at pep rally for football season opener
ABILENE, Texas — Football season is underway in Texas and like many schools across the state, Cooper High School has their season opener tonight against Azle High School. To help get fans excited, Cooper High held a pep rally Friday morning and students told us it was awesome. "Oh...
Abilene Police give out high fives at Austin Elementary
Several Abilene Police Officers were on hand at Austin Elementary today giving out high fives and wishing each student a good day. The officers lined the sidewalk outside the school and gave every arriving student a high five to start their day.
Author Tish Harrison Warren to speak at ACU dinner
Abilene Christian University’s Faulkner Center for Marriage and Family will welcome author and columnist Tish Harrison Warren to speak at a dinner Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m. in ACU’s Hunter Welcome Center. Tickets are $30, and the event is open to the public. Warren is the author of...
ACU begins fall campaign at Boilermaker Classic
ABILENE — The women's golf program will begin their fall portion of the 2024-25 schedule on Monday as they head to West Lafayette, Indiana for the Boilermaker Classic. "We are excited to get things rolling for year two," said head coach Rob Bennett. "Our team has looked strong so far in qualifying and I think we have a good opportunity to perform well at Purdue. I am really encouraged by how our returners have improved over the summer and by how our freshmen are playing right now.
Labor Day office closures in Abilene and San Angelo, some businesses open
Labor Day is approaching and several city offices will be closed. Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District & Mercy Clinic. Customer Service Center (Utility Billing) Environmental Recycling, Brush Center, & Convenience Center. Municipal Court. Main Library. Mockingbird Library. South Branch Library. Trash Pick-Up Residential and Commercial. CityLink. The following offices will...
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