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DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center

December 18, 2023 Leave a Comment

The Storybook Capital of America has a brand new castle fit for royalty and everyday folks to spend a night or two or just stop by for a drink and a meal. The DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center opened in July to much fanfare, befitting a project that was 30 years in the making. Since then, the sparkling new hotel has been the talk of the town. “The … [Read more...]

Barn 89

November 9, 2023 2 Comments

Farms and ranches dot the Big Country landscape. Country folk drive to the thriving metropolis of Abilene for the conveniences of healthcare, shopping, and entertainment. Likewise, city folk drive to the country to get away from the daily hustle and bustle. And on one of these well-traveled back and forth roads is Barn 89. For many years, this big red barn on FM-89 was a fancy … [Read more...]

D&W Underground

October 9, 2023 Leave a Comment

Don’t expect a flight of stairs descending underneath D&W Underground at 1201 S. First Street–expect much more. You won’t be disappointed, even if you thought you might be headed for an underground adventure. Instead, the “underground” name refers to the vibe the interior exudes, with its restored tile floors and walls and spaces filled with reminders of the … [Read more...]

Beauty Plug TX

September 21, 2023 Leave a Comment

Jetquetta Glacken did not always dream of working retail. She was content staying home raising her daughters and earning money from her rental properties. Her oldest was about to start her senior year at Cooper High School. Her other daughters were middle school-aged and preschool-aged. Life was full and busy. But when her cosmetologist-cousin Ayanna Williams suggested they … [Read more...]

Mexico Viejo

August 21, 2023 2 Comments

When Esmael Perez drove from San Angelo to Georgia to visit family back in 2021, he noticed an abandoned restaurant on the side of I-20. It sparked his interest, and he thought about that place for the rest of his visit. On his way back through Texas, he stopped to take a look.  Perez is in a family of restauranteurs. His relatives own restaurants in Texas, Georgia, and … [Read more...]

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