Within the Abilene Police Department, there is an elite group that don’t wear badges or carry weapons. These are the members of the Department’s K9 unit and are astute, intelligent and willing to stand on the front line of danger. More than “just dogs,” these animals are highly trained officers, using their powerful noses, finely honed instincts and fearless dedication to … [Read more...]
Tis the Season
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others,” the wise Mahatma Gandhi is known to have said. Nonprofits all across the Big Country realize what a gift it is to give to and serve others, especially during the holiday season. Whether this season of life is one of giving or of receiving, the following organizations in Abilene are ready to find … [Read more...]
Abilene Turkey Drive: Providing Thanksgiving Meals, Jackets and Backpacks to Those in Need
A group of friends, one idea and multiple blessings for those in need. That’s how things started one October day during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic – a time that had communities wondering if normality was a thing of the past. As families struggled with providing the basic necessities, the last thing many were thinking about was how to create a memorable … [Read more...]
Blossom Wigs
Stephanie Gallagher is now in the wig salon business, teaching others about wigs and connecting with women over hair loss. Dolly Parton, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Beyonce, Zendaya, Keira Knightley, Gwen Stefani and Kim Kardashian have a couple of things in common. They are all celebrities, and they all wear wigs. For Blossom Wigs owner Stephanie Gallagher, a … [Read more...]
Uniting for Children and Change: A Family’s Journey Through Foster Care
On a Sunday morning in October of 2019, the Boyd family did their typical Sunday routine and found themselves in the audience at Beltway Church. That Sunday, however, ended up being anything but typical for the family as they left the building feeling a nudge that couldn’t be dismissed or set aside. Jason and Megan Boyd, along with their two young children, Jay and Natalie, … [Read more...]