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Abilene High tops Cooper, 14-6, for fifth straight victory in the Crosstown Showdown
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - Abilene High used two big offensive plays and a strong defensive effort to win the 66th Crosstown Showdown, 14-6. Both defenses played good games. Cooper was able to disrupt the Abilene High offense all night long. They picked up a few sacks and forc...
Abilene growth brings housing challenges for Dyess
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The expected growth at Dyess Air Force Base is bringing new pressure to Abilene’s already-tight housing market. The issue was discussed Wednesday during Hardin-Simmons University’s “The Future Is Now” Summit. Maj. Gen. John Nichols, vice president of ...
Bobcat spotted in broad daylight at Abilene golf course
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A bobcat has been spotted in broad daylight at an Abilene golf course. A couple golfing there on a Monday morning a couple of weeks ago saw the cat near hole 16 at the Live Oak Golf Club off Industrial Boulevard in southeast Abilene. One of their frie...
Chili Bowl returns to Buffalo Gap for 44th year over Labor Day weekend
A longtime Big Country tradition is set to return to Buffalo Gap this Labor Day weekend as volunteers prepare for the annual Chili Bowl.
Abilene High and Cooper are ready for another Crosstown Showdown
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Abilene High Eagles and the Cooper Cougars are set and ready to meet for the 66th time on Friday night at Shotwell Stadium. Cooper leads the series with a total of 36 wins, but Abilene High is riding a 4-game winning streak against the Cougars. T...
Dashawn Polk, Texas Leadership Abilene, is the Gridiron Great brought to you by Clear Fork Bank
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - For TLA's Dashawn Polk, the goal this season is simple. Dashawn Polk said, "Just to show out and shock the world." In just week one, the Eagles have already done that. With a 46-22 win over Baird, the Eagles ended a 28 game losing streak. Dashawn's f...
Two Abilene moms find strength, support in raising children with Down syndrome
(KTAB/KRBC) - Motherhood doesn't always follow the path you expect, but sometimes, the unexpected journey teaches you the most. In this "On Time for Mom Time" podcast episode, you'll meet two moms who both have a child with Down syndrome. Kristy Garza and Cheryl Etter sit down wi...
Dust Devils in the Big Country: What you need to know
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Dust devils are often confused with tornadoes due to their similar physical appearance. Furthermore, it's important to recognize that their formation process and strength are much different. Here's what you need to know regarding this natural phen...
Taylor County indictment alleges Abilene woman delivered fentanyl linked to fatal overdose
A Taylor County criminal complaint alleges an Abilene woman delivered fentanyl to another woman on the day she died in April.
Taylor County indictment alleges John Jerdet touched minor under clothing in 2025
A Taylor County indictment alleges a man touched a minor in September 2025.
Taylor County man accused of possessing explicit video of ex-girlfriend made as a minor
A Taylor County criminal complaint alleges a man possessed a sexually explicit video of his former girlfriend that was made when she was a minor.
Abilene man indicted for soliciting 13-year-old online
A Taylor County indictment alleges an Abilene man communicated sexually online with a person he believed was a 13-year-old girl.
West Texas Fair and Rodeo schedule of events, discount days 2026
(KTAB/KRBC) – The West Texas Fair and Rodeo is coming back to Abilene for the 2026 season September 10 through September 19. Fan favorite rides, foods, vendors and some new additions will join the PRCA Rodeo at the Taylor County Expo Center for two weeks of festivities. Cost of a...
Stamford and Haskell worked together to honor the legacy of Mitch "Mac" McLemore
STAMFORD, Texas (BCH Sports) - After a two-year hiatus, the oldest rivalry in the Big Country was renewed for the 107th time as the Stamford Bulldogs and Haskell Indians took the field as rivals. But tonight, they came together as allies to honor the memory of Coach Mitch McLemor...
Food Bank of West Central Texas launches 1 million meal challenge for Hunger Action Month
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Food Bank of West Central Texas is kicking off Hunger Action Month with an ambitious goal to provide 1 million meals to neighbors in need across 13 counties by the end of September. The 13 counties it serves extend beyond the Big Country. These co...
Hunger Has a Face: Broc Baird and the Food Bank of West Central Texas
The Abilene People podcast features Broc Baird, Director of Marketing & Communications for the Food Bank of West Central Texas, discussing local food insecurity, the Million Meal Challenge for September, and efforts to improve service accessibility....