The Abilene Zoo is home to a diverse array of animals from around the world, each with its own unique story to tell. From the towering giraffes that gracefully roam the savannah exhibit to the playful primates that swing through the trees, the zoo provides a window into the wonders of wildlife. With a focus … Continue Reading
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Picture Perfect Patio
Summertime is here! That means more hours of sunshine each day and the chance to enjoy those long, summer evenings. As the temperature starts to … Continue Reading

Tigé Boats: Making Waves from Abilene
The name alone–Ultré ZX–sounds exquisite and exotic, like something you just have to own. People in the boating world took notice when Tigé … Continue Reading

Every Shot Matters
Jim Ned senior Corban Nix has turned disc golf from a family pastime into a path toward Junior Worlds and possibly a collegiate future. Corban … Continue Reading

Abilene Zoo 60th Anniversary Celebration
The Abilene Zoo is an oasis in the zoo desert of Texas. The closest zoos are located in Fort Worth, San Antonio, El Paso and Oklahoma City. In … Continue Reading

Patriotic Snow Cone Cupcakes
It's nearly America's 250th birthday, and you've got to have cake to celebrate a birthday! I decided to go with making patriotic cupcakes, and since Texas summers are so hot, I thought it'd be fun to make the … Continue Reading

At the Table with the Founding Fathers
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, flags seem to wave a little higher, traditions feel a little deeper and it’s only natural to reflect on where we’ve come from. Anniversaries like this … Continue Reading


















