Alexsis Jones

In the race for Abilene City Council Place 5, incumbent Kyle McAlister is being challenged by Cynthia Alvidrez, a longtime Abilene resident and community advocate.

Abilene local Corey Patterson recounts his unexpected journey to quadruple bypass surgery after experiencing a minor cramp in his chest during a walk in October.

Two Abilene choirs are set to take the stage at one of the nation’s premier music education events.

A spike in flu and COVID-19 cases has forced school closures across the Big Country, with local health officials warning of a particularly severe flu season affecting both children and adults.

Local officials, veterans, and community members gathered in Abilene for the groundbreaking ceremony of a new Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic, a development hailed as a transformative step for veterans in the region.

The race for Texas House District 71 concluded with Representative Stan Lambert returning to office for a fifth term. Lambert, the Republican incumbent, emerged victorious over returning Democratic challenger Linda Goolsbee.

As Texans cast early ballots in the general election, Texas voters can choose between two candidates for House District 71.

In the heart of the Bible Belt, where faith and tradition shape daily life, college students at Abilene’s Christian universities are finding their political voices ahead of the November election. For many, it will be their first time voting, and their experiences reflect a commitment to building connections across the ideological spectrum.

Sunday marked the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. Aligning with key Independence Days for several Central American countries, including Mexico and Chile, this time is set to honor the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

The ever-growing fentanyl crisis continues to cast a long shadow over communities across the country, including Texas. The state’s health department has recorded over 350 fentanyl overdose deaths this year and almost 2,400 last year. In Taylor County, one family's experience has sparked a call to action, and are using their efforts to bring a youth addiction and recovery center to Abilene.