Things to Do on the 4th of July That Are Easy, Cheap or Free
Independence Day will soon be here and with so much going on, my July 4th suggestions will make things easier. These have become fun Fernandez family traditions.
Abilene News
Effective Friday At Noon, Texas Bars Are Ordered To Shut Down
Shut down the bars - that's the latest order from Governor Greg Abbott regarding the state's response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Abilene Lions Clubs Offer a Holiday Flag Service
The July 4th is here, it's time to look at Old Glory to see if she's fit to fly. Can you remember which holidays to fly the flag? Abilene Lions Clubs to the rescue.
Lone Star Summer Concert Features Josh Grider
See Josh Grider live at the Black Plumbing, Maverick Saw Cutting, Lone Star Summer Concert Series Wed. 7/8 at Betty Roses on Catclaw. Only the first 100 will get in.
Benefit Concert for Tony Tate Saturday at the Red Dirt Pavilion
The scenic venue in Buffalo Gap will play host to a full day/night of live music to benefit former Cooper Cougar standout, Tony Tate.
Abilene Freedom Festival & Fireworks Spectacular July 4th at Expo
What was supposed to be a two-day celebration is now just one, but it'll be spectacular - that's for sure.
The Big Country Swap Meet Returns to Abilene June 26th and 27th
Abilene's Big Country Raceway is hosting the largest car-parts and car memorabilia swap meet in West Texas. The Big Country Swap Meet is June 26th and 27th.
Military Appreciation Day Returns to Taylor County History Center
Military Appreciation Day returns to the Taylor County History Center July 18th. Active duty and retired military personnel and their families will get in free.
Mulligans Outdoor Bash Features Mike Ryan, Bart Crow and More
Don't miss "Mulligan's Outdoor Bash" with Mike Ryan, Bart Crow and Matt Stapp live in concert Friday July 17th. Proceeds benefit Abilene's Habitat for Humanity.
Abilene Businesses Team up to Say Thank You to Front-Line Workers
Townsquare Media Abilene, Smith Outdoor Power Equipment and Gravely Mowers have teamed up to say thank you to all the front-line healthcare workers with a free luncheon on Saturday, June 20th.
Texas Gun & Knife Show Returns to Abilene August 15th & 16th
The Texas Gun and Knife Show returns to the Abilene Convention Center. Shooting, hunting, outdoor-sports vendors and non-profits will be here August 15th and 16th.
What Not to Get Dad for Fathers Day
This fathers day, think before you buy dad that gift. I thought a list of things NOT to buy dad would be helpful. Here's my short list, what's missing?