This West Texas Legacy Is Still Standing Strong After the Storm

Sunday afternoon’s storm didn’t just whip through Abilene, it left its mark on one of the city’s most beloved landmarks. With wind gusts reportedly hitting 80 MPH, the iconic Dixie Pig sign at South 14th and Butternut was folded in half, just a week after another storm system damaged part of the restaurant's sign.

And while the structure of the sign might be bruised, the heart and soul of the Dixie Pig remain strong, and so do the memories tied to this cherished West Texas diner.

More Than a Meal, It’s a Taste of Abilene’s Past

Since the early 1960s, the Dixie Pig has been dishing out comfort food that sticks with you long after the last bite. Originally a full-service restaurant, it became known in more recent years as the go-to spot for hearty breakfasts and midday lunches, closing by early afternoon most days.

Locals know the routine: hot bacon and eggs, golden-brown biscuits, and sausage gravy that rivals Grandma’s best. If you’ve ever sat in one of those booths on a chilly morning with a mug of fresh coffee, you know it’s more than just food, it’s family, fellowship, and home.

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A Piece of Abilene’s History

The Dixie Pig has been owned and operated by the same family for generations, a rare feat in today’s fast-paced, franchise-heavy world. The vintage sign has been part of Abilene’s landscape for over 60 years, visible to thousands who travel South 14th every day.

Seeing that sign bent and broken hit many of us in the heart. It’s more than a business sign. It’s a symbol of resilience, tradition, and small-town pride.

Hoping for Restoration, And a Bigger Story

Many lifelong Abilenians are already talking, hoping the Dixie Pig sign can be repaired, or better yet, restored. Because just like the food served inside, it’s part of our collective heritage.

So here’s to the Dixie Pig. May the sign rise again, and may the coffee stay hot, the bacon crispy, and the memories keep being made.