He didn’t know it at the time, of course, but the first book that Al Pickett wrote set a pattern for the ones to follow. It came at someone else’s request, just like his subsequent four books. Al was the sports editor at the Abilene Reporter-News for 15 years before leaving in November 2001. He started a freelance career in 2002 that continues today. He got a call in 2003 … [Read more...]
David Phillips: The Thrill of the Checkered Flag
Motors roar, dirt blows, and cars zip around including race car driver, David Phillips. Fans and family watch and cheer with nervous anticipation. A wife films the race and holds her breath as she watches her husband weave in and out of the chaos. It’s thrilling and nerve-wracking. It’s exhilarating and sometimes, exhausting. It’s the life of a race car driver and his family as … [Read more...]
Christmas Memories
As we prepare for the coming of Christmas, we asked several members of the Abilene community to share a Christmas memory that is special to them. From all of us at Abilene Scene, we hope you have a very Merry Christmas and make lots of new memories this holiday season with your family and friends. Cameron Wylie Being in the military, our family has moved around … [Read more...]
Gift Guide 2023
It’s almost Christmas time, so let the shopping fun begin! Whether you need gifts for the young or young at heart, local Abilene businesses have a wide array of products and selections that will surely be the perfect gift to put under your tree. We have put together a few of our favorite gifts from a few Abilene businesses that we hope will help as you check off each name on … [Read more...]
Spatchcock Chicken: Step by Step
Step by step guide to Spatchcock (butterfly) chicken for even cooking. … [Read more...]