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Grand Jury List: Several fentanyl, meth cases indicted in Taylor County
Editor’s Note: A Grand Jury indicted the following suspects on felony charges in Taylor County, Texas, June 26. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law. Michael Todd Scott – Theft Nicholas Damon Sanders – Assault Family Violence Jesus Waylon Meza – Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent […]
Kirby Lake Park to close for the Fourth of July
The city of Abilene is being proactive in preventing fires by closing Kirby Lake Park ahead of the Fourth of July evening celebrations, according to the city. While there is no official burn ban in place for Taylor County, Kirby Lake Park will close on July Fourth at 6 p.m. "to minimize the risk of wildfires and other potential hazards from fireworks during the Independence Day celebration," according to a recent city of Abilene release.
Abilene man arrested for robbing Tye convenience store last July
TYE, Texas — An Abilene man has been arrested for allegedly robbing a convenience store in Tye. The Tye Police Department said Mathew Austin robbed a Yesway store in Tye in July last year. Police caught up with Austin in Gillespie County a few days ago. He was brought...
Abilene man accused of Aggravated Sexual Assault
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An Abilene man accused of sexually assaulting a woman after a night out has been arrested. Aaron Martinez was booked into the Taylor County Jail for Aggravated Sexual Assault Wednesday in connection to the allegations. Court documents state Martinez met up with a 19-year-old girl he had met on a dating […]
Cue the sparklers: Fourth of July events and where to get fireworks in Abilene
It is that time of year again to light up the sky with Fourth of July fireworks. Sale of fireworks in Texas for the upcoming holiday began Monday and ends at midnight July 4. Taylor County does not have a burn ban in place for the Fourth of July. However, the nearby counties...
Burn ban potential for Taylor County ahead of Independence Day festivities
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Triple digits are continuing throughout the Big Country, making conditions dry ahead of the 4th of July holiday, and some are concerned that a burn ban may be put into effect ahead of the festivities known to bring fireworks. Firework season began June 24, with several stands opening for Independence […]
Inmates fixing Taylor County, one pothole at a time
Amidst Texas Department of Transportation and city roadworks delays, the Taylor County Jail has taken a proactive approach to fixing roads in the county — one pothole at a time. You could see evidence of the roadcrew miles before catching a glimpse of them. They had already fixed numerous potholes Tuesday on the small county road in the community of View. ...
‘We have to swamp the Democrats’: Taylor County GOP chair urges Republican unity, addresses influence of outside organizations on elections
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — In this week’s Big Country Politics, Chris Carnohan, Chairman of the Taylor County Republican Party, discusses the necessity of uniting the Republican Party in Taylor County and addresses concerns about the influence of outside organizations on elections. Carnohan was elected to the Republican Party chairman position earlier this year. “The basic […]
UPDATED: What's up with Big Country fireworks, shows and burn bans?
Callahan County Commissioners enacted a burn ban, effective June 10. But the 90-day order will not affect Fourth of July celebrations, and individuals will be allowed to responsibly use fireworks bought retail. Shackleford County has continued a similar burn ban as well. Other counties such as Taylor and Jones have no burn ban,...
Big Country Beat: 2 die in 3 Taylor County crashes
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – This last news cycle has been an especially standout one with multiple crashes taking lives, plus the FBI investigated and arrested a local man. Keep reading for a full look at this week’s Big Country Beat. This week’s top 5 in BCH’s Big Country Beat The week began with a fire […]
Taylor County man arrested after high-speed chase
LAWN, Texas — The Taylor County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of fleeing from law enforcement. Officers responded to an active disturbance call last Friday in Lawn. When they arrived, they say "JD" James Prickett fled in his car. Police say Prickett was driving over 115 mph...
Taylor County Sheriff’s Office arrests ‘armed & dangerous’ wanted suspect
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A local man who was wanted by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) and considered to be armed and dangerous was arrested Thursday morning in Haskell. According to a press release from TCSO, officers were called out to a disturbance in Lawn last Friday, but upon their arrival, the suspect […]
Jones' trial for death of Eric Tonche has been delayed
Editor's note: In a previous version of this online story, the date of the trial was misstated. The trial has been delayed, according to Taylor County courthouse records. We apologize for any confusion. Marvin Kyree Jones Jr., 21, is expected to stand trial for murder in connection with the death of Eric Tonche. The alleged street shooting took place May 10, 2023. ...
Homes in Taylor County sold for lower prices recently: See how much here
Newly released data from Realtor.com for March shows that potential buyers and sellers in Taylor County saw houses sell for lower than the previous month's median sales price of $225,000. The median home sold for $197,909, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. That means March, the most recent month...
71-year-old allegedly tied with lamp cord during robbery in Merkel
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A Houston man has been accused of robbing a 71-year-old man in his home in Merkel. In September 2023, the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a stolen vehicle in Merkel. The victim stated that he heard a knock at his door. When he opened the door, he saw two […]
Ride to Work Day reminds drivers to share the road June 21st
Who: Motorcycles, trikes, scooters, and other two/three-wheeled motorized transportation for a Ride to Work Day. When: June 21, 2024 (Friday) at 11 am, group picture taken at 11:20 am, stands up at 11:30 am. Where: Meet at the Taylor County Expo Center located at 1700 SH 36 and group ride...
Hawley man to appear in federal court on child pornography charges
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — A Hawley man has been taken into custody on federal child pornography charges. Crespin Nicolas Garza is in the Taylor County Jail on federal charges of Possession of Child Pornography Involving a Prepubescent Minor and Transportation of Child Pornography. He is scheduled to appear in federal court next week. He does not […]
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