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Merle Haggard and Randy Rogers, slated to co-headline the 3rd annual Outlaws & Legends Music Fest March 23, 2013
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Merle Haggard and Randy Rogers Band to Co-Headline ‘Outlaws & Legends Music Fest’ March 22 and 23 [UPDATED]

Many have wondered if it would even be possible to match the star power of the 2nd Annual 'Outlaws & Legends Music Fest' this past March. With the announcement of country legend Merle Haggard and the Randy Rogers Band to an already stacked lineup for the 2013 show, it's safe to say that the self-proclaimed "biggest 1-day, 1-stage event in Texas" just got bigger. This year's event will benefit the Ben Richey Boy's Ranch.

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The NCAA March Madness Will Cost America’s Business’ Over $100 Million Dollars

The NCAA's (National Collegiate Athletic Association) March Madness (men’s college basketball tournament) is celebrating its 75th anniversary. The NCAA is a non-profit organization that is raking in the cash, $10.8 billion to be exact. However, America's Business' will loose over $134 Million dollars because of the March Madness Tournament. The loss is due to loss of worker productivity in the first two days of the tournament alone. But is it happening here in Abilene or the Big Country?

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Center for Contemporary Arts is Accepting Early Registrations for July CarWalk in Downtown Abilene

The Annual CarWalk hosted by the Center for Contemporary Arts (CCA) is coming to downtown Abilene July, 11th 2013. While you might think it's a bit early, the CCA is trying to get car owners and classic car enthusiasts to sign up early and get their assistance in helping organize this years CarWalk/ArtWalk. This years theme is "Where the Rubber Meets the Road."

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The Budweiser Clydesdales are Coming to the Western Heritage Classic in Abilene May 9-11

Those "Gentle Giants" more commonly known as the "Budweiser Clydesdales" are coming to Abilene to the Western Heritage Classic May 9-11, at the Taylor County Expo Center. The best place for West Texans to get their first view of the famed Budweiser Clydesdales will be at the 'Western Heritage Parade' at 6:30 p.m. on May 9th as they pull the Budweiser wagon through the streets of Downtown Abilene.

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Abilene Band ‘Far From Nothing’ Do Their Version of the ‘Harlem Shake’ [VIDEO]

Just when you think you've seen all of the Harlem Shake videos, an Abilene metal band has stepped up to the plate to do their own version of the dance craze. Ladies and gentlemen, it's 'Far From The Harlem Shake'. Prepare to laugh your butt off!

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Shay Visits the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum in College Station, Texas

I told you last week that I visited the Texas A&M for the first time in 17 years. I was with my boyfriend and his 13 year old son, neither of whom had ever been to College Station. It was fun to show them around; once I found my bearings. One particular place I wanted to show off was the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum.

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Nominate a Local Athlete of the Week

Townsquare Media Abilene is proud to salute our outstanding local athletes who excel on and off the field, with their athletic accomplishments as well as scholastic.

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Nominate a Soldier of the Week

Townsquare Media Abilene would like to thank each and every member of the military (past and present) for their service to our country. Thank you so much. Each week we'll recognize a member of our military with 'Soldier of the Week'.

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Strawberry’s Bar to Host Benefit this Saturday for Abilene Man with Cancer

I've said it before and I'll say it again, Abilene is the best when it comes to supporting our own in need. Dennis Jennings recently found out his throat cancer returned and along with that diagnosis he visualized the rising cost of medical bills. Never fear, Abilene is stepping up to help Dennis so he knows he's never alone.

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Finding the right prom dress
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Best Places to Buy Prom Dresses in Abilene

It's been along time since I had to worry about a prom dress so when someone asked me the other day where they could get one in Abilene I had no idea what to tell them. I decided there were probably a lot of others out there with the same question. So I did a little research and here's some place I found in Abilene that sell prom dresses.

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Turkey and Dressing isn’t Just for Thanksgiving According to Rudy’s Father

Since mom passed a couple years ago I've been looking after my aging father and it can get pretty interesting at times, especially when you've got a dad like mine (half drill sergeant, half comedian). When mom was alive she told dad what he was hungry for. Now, dad found his hunger independence and he tells me what he's been craving. Last week he says "you know son, turkey and dressing isn't just for Thanksgiving, I'm hungry and I want turkey and dressing. Take me to eat turkey and dressing, right now."

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Slap Ya Mama
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Rudy Discovers Term of Endearment ‘Slap Ya Mama’ is Also a Cajun Food Product

We've all heard the old comment "slap your mama" as a left handed or a rather awkward complement. When something is so good that you say "your food was so good, you ought to go home and slap your mama for feeding you all that garbage all these years." Now comes a product that claims it's so good you should "Slap Ya Mama."

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