Hey there! So, yesterday was quite eventful in Abilene, and I can't wait to fill you in on everything that went down. First up, you might have heard about the shocking case involving an Abilene man who allegedly stole a whopping $600,000 worth of copper wire from his former employer. It seems he had quite the extravagant spending spree, using the money for bar tabs, golf trips, and vacations. Talk about living the high life on someone else's dime! He’s been arrested now, so we’ll see how that all pans out in court.
In more serious news, the Nolan County Sheriff's Office is on the lookout for a man wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. They’re asking for our help to locate him, so if you have any information, it’s worth reaching out to the deputies. Keeping our community safe is always a priority, and they’re counting on us to lend a hand.
On a lighter note, the Abilene community is coming together to rebuild Fort Imagination Playground, which was devastated by a fire. It’s heartwarming to see so many folks rallying to restore this beloved spot for the kids. Meanwhile, in nearby Rotan, residents were alerted to some damage as several mailboxes were found vandalized overnight. The Fisher County Sheriff’s Office is investigating that, so a little neighborhood watch might be in order.
Lastly, I have some sweet news for bakery lovers! McKay's Bakery is gearing up to reopen soon under a new name, Moli McKay's Bakery Café. After closing its doors for two years, it’s about time the aroma of fresh baked goods fills the air again. It feels like there's a bit of everything happening in our little corner of Texas, doesn’t it?
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An Abilene man accused of stealing $600K worth of copper wire from his former employer, then spending all the money on "bar tabs, golf trips, and vacation,s" has been arre
NOLAN COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Nolan County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Deputies are searching for Log
ROTAN, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Fisher County Sheriff’s Office is asking Rotan residents to check their mailboxes after several were damaged or knocked over overnight. According to the sheriff’s office
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Since the fire that devastated Fort Imagination near the Abilene Zoo, many members of the community have stepped forward to help rebuild the beloved playground, according
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A driver has died after slamming into a trailer in the parking lot of an Abilene convenience store Monday night. Jamony Latimore, 31, of Oklahoma, was pronounced dead at t
Editor’s Note: The Abilene Police Department supplied the following arrest and incident reports. All information below comes from reports made by responding officers, and all suspects are considered n
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A beloved Abilene bakery will be back in business soon after closing two years ago. McKay's Bakery is going to now be called Moli McKay's Bakery Café and will be located a
COLEMAN, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - For more than a year, Coleman seniors have been without a senior center and Meals on Wheels office after the previous building flooded in 2024. Now the new building has op
Hey there! Yesterday was quite the day in Abilene, with some heartfelt moments and a little bit of drama on the road. First off, I have to mention the community spirit that shone through at the annual Out of the Darkness Walk. Despite the rainy weather, nearly 300 folks came together to honor loved ones lost to suicide and to raise awareness about mental health. It was an emotional gathering, showing just how much our community cares for one another. Moments like these remind us that we’re all in this together, supporting each other through thick and thin.
Hey there! So, yesterday was quite a day in Abilene, full of community spirit and some exciting happenings. The Regional Victim Crisis Center celebrated its 48th anniversary with a lovely community lunch, bringing together first responders and medical partners. It was heartwarming to see everyone come together, sharing a meal and appreciating the vital work that these folks do for our community. It’s always nice when we can take a moment to recognize the heroes among us, right?
Hey there, neighbor! Yesterday was quite a day in Abilene, with some heartfelt moments and significant achievements making the rounds. Over in Sweetwater, a touching dedication ceremony took place for a new Career and Technical Education building at Sweetwater High School, honoring former teachers Eddie Puckett and Kenneth Dudensing. It’s always special when our local educators get the recognition they deserve, and it sounds like these two had a lasting impact on many students' lives.
