June 24th, 2026

Abilene officials are up to their elbows in budgeting for the 20-27 fiscal year. Today we’ll take a look at how they’re approaching the work…with millions of extra revenue flowing into the coffers.

We’ll also talk about the local economy–which is fueling that flush-budget situation. So much new development underway…and more coming. But how are the small businesses doing?

Some Abilene community members have worked for years with the Equal Justice Initiative to create a memorial for lynching victim, Grover C. Everett…. Last weekend their work was unveiled in downtown Abilene.

We’ll bring you a field guide to an invasive species that is a scourge during the Texas summer months.

And we’ll discuss the value of preserving family stories.