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Pedestrian & vehicle crash in East Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — A crash occurred between a vehicle and a pedestrian in east Abilene on Sunday night. Before 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, a crash took place at the intersection of East South 11th Street and Castle Drive. According to the officers at the scene, a vehicle and a pedestrian collided. Both parties […]
Don’t Miss Out On The Best Food Trucks Found In Abilene, Texas
Food trucks in Texas have been popping up more and more in recent years. They offer a variety of different types of food, drinks, and more to indulge in while maintaining a convenient way for us to stuff our faces. Over the past decade, Abilene has become a hub for...
Are Texas’ Black-Eyed Children a Tall Tail or Something Sinister
While most people might write this off as a joke or an urban legend, this a story that has been deep within the lore of Texas for years. If you find yourself alone at night, you might come across the terrifying sight of someone staying at you from afar. At least that was the case with one Texas man named Brian Bethel who came across what is known as the "black eyed-children".
Human Trafficking Is A Big Issue In This Small West Texas City
They say everything is bigger in Texas. Most of the time, that is a good thing. But, one thing that is not good and that has become a huge issue in this small city is human trafficking. Abilene Texas is known for being a very tight-knit community that supports a...
These Are The 7 Biggest Employers In Abilene Texas Right Now
Deep in the heart of West Texas, you’ll find the small city of Abilene, where you’ll find a community that is as tight-knit and welcoming as any great city across the Lone Star State. But we’re also known to be an economic hub, as Abilene is home to several major employers that play a huge role in our growth and stability.
Rainbow Rodeo bucks the trend as Abilene LGTBQ+ community celebrates third annual parade
Editor's note: An earlier version of this online story did not include the full name of the Abilene Pride Alliance. (This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.) Pride was front and center Saturday as members of the Abilene LGBTQ+ community celebrated their third annual Abilene Pride Alliance Parade and...
Make Sure Your Pets Are Not Breaking the Law in the Big Country!
The Importance of Spaying, Neutering, and Vaccinating Pets in Abilene. Paul Washburn, founder of Rescue the Animals, recently visited the studio to discuss the crucial need for pet owners to spay, neuter, and vaccinate their pets. He revealed that local animal shelters are facing a major overcrowding issue, largely due to unspayed and unneutered cats and dogs roaming freely.
Amarillo High football falls to Abilene, other Week 6 scores from the Texas Panhandle
Amarillo's Week 6 high school football slate was action-packed, with three Class 5A programs playing important district matchups over the weekend. A number of other schools in the Texas Panhandle were on a bye this week, but there were still multiple entertaining games throughout the area on Friday night. Here are all the...
Abilene ISD trustee discusses advancements, challenges & Hispanic community in the district
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — In this week’s episode of Big Country Politics, Abilene ISD school board trustee Billy Enriquez discussed the advancements he has seen in the district, particularly in relation to the Hispanic community. He shared his perspective from attending Abilene schools in the 1950s and 1960s to serving six years on the board. Enriquez […]
Fun Halloween Events Here in Abilene and Some Safety Tips Too
Trick-or-Treat What’s the Halloween Plan, Grandpa?. Every year around Halloween I got the same old question from all my kids and grandchildren. "What are we doing for fun this Halloween?" You'd think I'd have these all memorized by now, but I don't. However, below is a list of some events in and around Abilene and West Texas.
Abilene area forecast: Monday October 7th
From Meteorologist Clemente Morales: A warm weather pattern will continue for all of the Big Country producing some readings through the afternoon near the 90 degree mark each day. Rain chances will also stay gone in the forecast. For today, we will see sunny skies and warm temperatures with a high around 87 degrees. The […]
Father Nilo of Holy Family Catholic Church in Abilene celebrates 30 years of priesthood
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – From weddings to baptisms, one priest has been a significant part of people’s lives for 30 years: Father Nilo Nalugon, the pastor of Holy Family Catholic Church. He discovered his calling while attending seminary high school after being involved with the church through his parents. “I kind of slowly fell in […]
Taylor County welcomes new EMS locations
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Taylor County has two new emergency medical services locations. This move came after the Taylor County Commissioners Court approved a five-year contract with Taylor County Emergency Medical Services earlier this year. On Friday, October 4, we will celebrate the ribbon cutting for the Merkel location on 1003 Ash Street. The […]
Anson High School welcomes alumni for first career fair
ANSON, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — On Thursday, Anson High School’s gymnasium was filled with students and 40 organizations for its first Career Fair. Local colleges and businesses showcased the career paths available to students after graduation. Many of the professional representatives were Anson alumni. High school counselor Kaci Murphy said having alumni preset gives the students […]
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