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Finding Community in Abilene

January 2, 2023 4 Comments

Addie Wilson moved to Abilene in November 2021 from Philadelphia, where she had tons of friends and was engaged in work and social events. Michaela Brandon is the mother of a 1-year-old daughter and wanted to meet other young moms. They have different interests, but both wanted the same thing–to find community in Abilene. “Nobody wants to go shoe shopping by themselves,” … [Read more...]

Abilene Influencer: Downing Bolls

December 27, 2022 Leave a Comment

Most people don’t have a clue what a county judge does on a day-to-day basis, but the current Taylor County Judge, Downing A. Bolls Jr., will tell you that there are no “typical” days. Each day brings something different, whether on the judicial side of the job or the administrative side. As of Dec. 31, Bolls will retire, keeping a promise he made when first elected as … [Read more...]

Grieving Between the Lines

November 7, 2022 2 Comments

SISTERS WRITE CHILDREN’S BOOK ABOUT LOSING A PARENT “My Little Boy, Your heart is now learning to feel many new things…” The poignant beginning of a children’s book about working through grief sets the tone for what’s to come. It should also serve as a warning to grab a box of tissues before reading too far into it. The book, Love, Mom, was written and illustrated by … [Read more...]

Abilene Influencer: Brian Nagy

October 10, 2022 Leave a Comment

Being head golf professional for two major courses leaves little time for outside activities, but Brian Nagy finds a way. He is the head golf professional for both courses operated by the Abilene Country Club, the older one on Treadaway Boulevard and the newer Fairway Oaks course. That’s a full-time job by any measure, but Brian is dedicated to serving the community as well. … [Read more...]

Taking Root: Family Makes Farming a Part of Fostering Journey

September 12, 2022 Leave a Comment

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...]

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