Drive up a steep hill on the west side of Coleman, look to the right at the very top and you’ll come to the Shira place. It’s hard to say exactly how many people live on the two acres, not to mention eight chickens, two goats, one miniature donkey, turtles, a dog, kittens–you get the picture. The family always consists of mom and dad, Chas and Katie Shira, and their … [Read more...]
Mighty Hope Homes
For Paul and Ashley Herrera, their homebuilding company Mighty Hope Properties is much more than a business – it is the couple’s way of giving back to their community and making the dream of home ownership a reality for people who might otherwise not be able to purchase their own property. Paul said Mighty Hope Properties was founded on the belief that home ownership is … [Read more...]
Abilene Influencer: Talan Cobb
August 10, 2021, should have been one of the happiest days in Talan Cobb’s life, and it was to an extent. That day, Talan was introduced as the new market president for the West Central Texas region of Big Brothers Big Sisters. There was plenty of joy the day Talan was introduced, but it was mixed with a fair share of sadness. She was stepping into the position that had been … [Read more...]
For the Love of the Land
Agriculture Family of the Year reflects on decades of farming Ask Bryan and Kathy Caton the best part about farm life and they answer like true West Texans, with short, to-the-point answers straight from the heart. “Being your own boss,” is Bryan’s West Texas answer. “I love wheat harvest,” is Kathy’s. Their dedication to farm life was celebrated in February during … [Read more...]
Capturing the Wild: Abilene Couple Photographs Their Love of Animals
One of the Delony’s first dates was Scott taking Brandi Jo on a rattlesnake catching adventure at night. “That was when I knew she was the one,” Scott said. He had grown up catching snakes and keeping small critters as pets outside of Houston. Brandi Jo grew up in Abilene, obsessed with horses from a young age even though she didn’t have one. Their love of animals … [Read more...]