One of Abilene’s most fun traditions is Art Walk. Gathering with the community downtown is definitely a pro to living in a smaller town. This month's theme was “Dog Walk,” and a bunch of pooches and their owners gathered around for art, music and lots of wagging tails. It was awesome to see how many dog lovers there are in Abilene. I met a lot of really unique people and … [Read more...]
Fake Your Way Through: Alterations
By Wendy Kilmer Before you toss, donate or consign the dress that just doesn’t fit properly or the shapeless top that doesn’t flatter, consider consulting with a tailor or alterations specialist. You may find you already own a piece you love – once it fits perfectly.Fran Stone, owner of A-Town Cleaners, said the most common items brought in for alterations are pants to … [Read more...]
It was a “Jolly Holiday” at the Paramount Theatre
First, I would like to introduce myself. I am Emily Lomax, your new blogger and Digital Marketing Director. I am an Abilene native, graduated from Abilene High School and received my degree in advertising from West Texas A&M. I love spending time with my family, collecting vintage vinyl records, and throwing pottery when I can. I look forward to seeing you around Abilene … [Read more...]
A Day in the Life: Mayor Anthony Williams
By Wendy KilmerPhotography by Beth DukesThe past year has been marked by transition for Abilene’s mayor, Anthony Williams.Ahead of and after being sworn in as mayor on June 26, 2017, he began shifting and culling his commitments, making room for perhaps his most significant one. He stepped down from several boards on which he served, transitioned to a new role … [Read more...]
Health Topics: Skincare
By Bailey LeRoux Endless numbers of treatments, products and tools on the market claim to be the multistep problem solver for all your skincare woes. How to cut through the noise and find answers? We turned to local Abilene experts for tips.No Purchase Necessary While you can spend plenty of money on numerous products and treatments, you can also care for your skin with … [Read more...]