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"Ride for a Cure" benefit for the American Cancer Society is being organized by Heath Page for September 1st at Kent's Harley Davidson.  Heath's sister, Jessie,  was recently diagnosed with cervical cancer and has undergone chemo and radiation.  Heath wanted to do something to help find a cure so others don't have to face this.  The proceeds (100%) from the ride will go to the ACS to pro

The Big Country Wheat Conference will be held August 23rd at the Taylor County fair grounds, 1982 Lytle Way in Abilene. The Farm Bill will affect most all West Texans, as most farmers and ranchers try to figure out the challenges the new 'Farm Bill' will bring. The drought conditions are also top-of-mind for most area farmers And ranchers. If you'd like to attend the event, there is no registratio

The Global Leadership Conference on the Church, Business and Education is scheduled to take place on the Hardin Simmons University (HSU) campus Thursday and Friday August 9th and 10th. This leadership conference/summit attracts leaders, clergy and educators from over 300 cities from around the world. This conference affords attendees the opportunity to meet and engage world-class entrepreneurs, be

I watched a movie the other night that I had never heard of called "Mission to Mars" with Gary Sinise, Tim Robbins and Don Cheadle. Apparently this movie was released in 2000. It was interesting and somewhat farfetched, or so I thought at the time. It seems it is more realistic than I had imagined. I know we've already landed on Mars but this newest mission to the red planet is a litt

Walk With Pride is an annual program that helps provide a new pair of back-to-school shoes for Big Country students. 'Walk With Pride' is a cooperative effort of the Salvation Army and the Abilene Association of Realtors. The program has been going on for over 25 years and is available to all children ages 4 through 12 years of age, the kids must be enrolled in head-start thru the 5th grade. Here'

One of my favorite reality shows, and I don't like reality shows, is Dancing with the Stars. I think it is a well planned show. Sometimes I don't agree with the judges decisions, but who does? I think it's great entertainment and I love to watch stars that have never danced actually come in and surprise everyone. Well now that the show is entering it's 800th season, it's time for the "All

Get your kids immunizations all caught up before school starts this Thursday, August 2nd, 2012. The Medical Care Mission will be holding a free immunization clinic at their offices on Pine Street. There are some things you'll need to bring with you in order to get your kids their shots.

It's a phrase I've heard for years, my grandparents and parents said it and now I say it but what does the phrase "once in a blue moon" actually mean? I've always heard it used in reference to something that happens very rarely. For the most part that is true.

I love the idea of the Olympic Games. I’m a traditional sports fan (football, baseball, some basketball only), but the Olympic Games has the ability to catch my attention and make me watch sports I wouldn't normally watch if you paid me. Every fou...

The Abilene Public Library is set to finish out the last days of summer vacation, with a host of fun and involving activities. August may well be the hottest month  of the year , but there's no reason to be bored and hot. Check out the lineup of events at out local libraries.

The Cross Plains public library was one of 78 libraries in America, chosen to participate in the 'Big Read' program. The library is set to receive an endowment for the arts. The 'Big Read' is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts designed to restore and promote reading in America.

Saturday is the National Day of the American Cowboy (NDAC) and will be celebrated all over the Lone Star State. The closest place to Abilene holding a big celebration is the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. Most all activities associated with the NDAC at the Fort Worth Stockyards will be free, with only a few exceptions.