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City of Abilene employee dies on the job
Summary by Abilene News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Erica Garner , as published by BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· July 22, 2026
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Key points The employee, Frank Cortez, had been with the city for nearly 30 years. City officials have confirmed the death, and an announcement was made.
A City of Abilene employee has passed away while working. The employee, Frank Cortez, had been with the city for nearly 30 years. He died on Tuesday during the course of his duties.
City officials have confirmed the death, and an announcement was made. The city organization is affected by the loss of Cortez.
Further details about the incident can be found through local news sources, including KTAB/KRBC, which reported on the death and its impact on the city.
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Published: July 22, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? A City of Abilene employee has passed away while working. The employee, Frank Cortez, had been with the city for nearly 30 years. He died on Tuesday during the course of his duties. City officials…
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