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Construction resumes on First Methodist Church of Anson sanctuary after devastating fire
Summary by Abilene News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Ava Davis , BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
ANSON, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - After a lightning-sparked fire destroyed the historic First Methodist Church of Anson in May of 2023, members of the congregation are finally seeing visible progress as construction continues on a new sanctuary. The church, originally built in 1908, stood as a landmark ...
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Key takeaway The church, originally built in 1908, stood as a landmark in Jones County for more than a century.
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The rebuilding of First Methodist Church of Anson's sanctuary brings a sense of renewal to the Jones County community, which has been without this historic landmark for months. As construction progresses, local residents can expect to see increased activity around the church site, with potential impacts on nearby traffic and parking. The project's timeline will be closely watched by community members, who are eager to see the church restored to its former glory. The loss of the original sanctuary, built in 1908, was felt deeply in Anson, and its reconstruction will not only revitalize a beloved place of worship but also help preserve the town's cultural heritage. As the new sanctuary takes shape, it will be interesting to see how the design balances modern functionality with the historic character that made the original building a cherished landmark in the area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? ANSON, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - After a lightning-sparked fire destroyed the historic First Methodist Church of Anson in May of 2023, members of the congregation are finally seeing visible progress as construction continues on a new sanctuary. The church, originally built in 1908, stood as a landmark ...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News and curated for Abilene News readers.
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