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We’re journeying to North Coleman County, where one family’s connection to the land spans generations—and continents. What began with an Englishman managing royal estates for the King of England eventually led to a vast Texas ranch stretching across Coleman, Callahan, and Taylor counties.

The Voucher debate is over. Texas has a new law that will provide a billion dollars in funding for homeschool and private school students. We’ll get local reaction.Abilene is dealing with a cyber attack. It’s disrupted city communications, payment systems, and other functions. There’s not a lot that city leaders can say as the investigation is ongoing. We’ll get an update…and a County Commissioner describes Taylor County’s experience with such an attack.Big Country community groups joined forces Monday to protest efforts to deport detainees at the Bluebonnet Detention Center to El Salvador.West Texas Roots traces the history of a Big Country ranch that was once ruled by an English prince.And a local author has released a new murder mystery set in West Texas.

This week, we will hear about vouchers and maternity deserts.We’ll also hear from a McMurry alumnus who took on the infamous Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony.We’ll also bring you the story of one of our community members who had a close brush with death last year– he wants to help others avoid the dangerous medical situation he experienced just before Christmas.On West Texas Roots, we’ll hear about how a West Texas man's educational journey from a one-room schoolhouse laid the foundation for his path to higher learning.And David Sedaris shares some laughs with us as we preview his visit to Abilene later this month!

There are 3 universities in town. How will the closing of the U-S Department of Education impact those institutions—Students and their families–and higher education as a whole?The annual archaeological dig at Paint Rock brought together indigenous people in time for the equinox–we’ll have the latest from that ongoing project.Watch out for third party ticket sellers. We'll have more on that. West Texas Roots brings us the story of a father’s journey from hitchhiking to the oil fields.And McMurry’s Playfest is coming up–the annual event gives student playwrights the chance to see their work on the stage. This year’s event features a play written by a McMurry student who won a statewide contest last fall.

Betty Bradley has been the Executive Director for Meals on Wheels since July 1st, 1975. As Meals on Wheels prepare to celebrate their 50th Anniversary they are facing some financial challenges.

Christine Curtis Carr of Curtis Carr Consulting.

Sheryl Etter and Susie Dyck are leaders in the Upside Down Club of Abilene a 501c-3 non-profit that advocates for individuals with Down Syndrome.

Early voting begins in Texas next week. This week during Morning Edition and All Things Considered KACU is bringing you interviews with each of the candidates running for Abilene City Council.Today on the West Texas Dispatch we’ll examine their positions on issues that the city council will be deciding in the coming year– from funding pensions and dealing with infrastructure needs to transparency.We’ll also take a closer look at the ballot measure asking voters whether Abilene can issue bonds for a major expansion of the Abilene Regional Airport.And we’ll look ahead to next week’s Zoobilation Gala.

A staple of West Texas is the small town with a big history. Nestled in West-Central Texas, within the bounds of Brown County, lies the small town of Bangs, Texas. Let’s have a listen about the man who this town was named after, and how his printing career led to local fame and an enduring legacy throughout the region. Tom Bowden has the story.

It’s time for the West Texas Dispatch!We’ll look ahead to Abilene’s biggest day of philanthropy. Abilene Gives set a fundraising record of more than 2.5 million dollars last year. Can the city’s generosity surpass that tally?The White House is telling Congress to rescind the money allocated to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Local public radio stations would be hit hardest by this move. We’ll hear more – as an independent local broadcaster brings us the details.Lubbock ISD is struggling to navigate its budget process amid uncertainties around a bond election and legislative action.On West Texas Roots, we’ll hear from an Abilene Farmer’s Market vendor whose family has been farming in Stamford since the 80s.AND a Big Country band is hoping to hit it – tiny?-- The Brownwood musicians are part of this year’s Tiny Desk Contest.All that and more coming up after the news from KACU