The Houston-Lantrip Center for Literacy and Learning at Hardin-Simmons University is focused on the well-being and support of children and parents who are dealing with learning differences and disorders that are on the rise in the United States. The center includes two programs: dyslexia services and autism spectrum disorder services. The Houston-Lantrip Center has existed … [Read more...]
New on the Scene: Abilene Fresh
KEEPING IT FRESH Josh Casey founded Abilene Fresh to connect the Abilene community with fresh, locally-grown food. Operations began in 2020 but emerged out of a previous organization, Hug-A- Root Farms. “I needed to eat better in order to stay well, and I developed a passion to help others do the same,” Casey said. “The key was expanding access to fresh, naturally grown … [Read more...]
Roll Shack
AN INTRIGUING IDEA While vacationing in Breckenridge, Colorado, in early 2019, Stefanie McCain and her daughters stopped by a store offering rolled ice cream. Her husband, Jerry Salinas, opted to shop around nearby instead, but as he gathered with the rest of the family finishing their sweet, icy treats, they were all intrigued by the familiar dessert in a new form. “If this … [Read more...]
Beauty Bus
Abilene Beauty Bus Facebook.com/abilenebeautybus @abilenebeautybus abilenebeautybus.com Beauty Beginnings For nearly a year now, a jaunty turquoise and white Argosy travel trailer has roamed Abilene as a mobile medical spa, offering beauty and cosmetic services for parties, events and small gatherings of friends. Dr. Sara Trammell previously worked at The Medspa … [Read more...]
The Green Room
Crystal Skaggs was a paralegal just a year and a half ago. But she knew she needed a change, a chance to explore creative work. That creative work took the form of a fresh cocktail concept downtown. “At first, I couldn’t figure out if I wanted to open a restaurant or cocktail lounge,” Skaggs said. “But I knew I wanted to bring something fresh and new and be part … [Read more...]