76 years of sharing history through song and story By Melinda Lucas and Betsy Parsons Albany may be best known, if for any single reason, as the home of the Fort Griffin Fandangle, an annual outdoor musical that tells the story of the settling of this part of Texas through music, dance and narration. The summer of 2014 will be the 76th anniversary of the production, … [Read more...]
Meet Jason Smith: Abilene Chamber of Commerce President and CEO
A man described as possessing Yoda-like wisdom and a commitment to community has taken the helm of the Abilene Chamber of Commerce. Jason Smith, 44, started work June 17 as president and CEO of the Abilene Chamber of Commerce. He took over for Mike McMahan, who retired after 10 years on the job. Smith brings 16 years of economic development experience. He’s helped bring … [Read more...]
We’re Pleased to Introduce…
Catherine Lansdowne as the Abilene Philharmonic's new executive director. The Abilene Philharmonic Association is proud to announce the appointment of Catherine Lansdowne as Executive Director. Lansdowne arrives at the Philharmonic from the Smithsonian Institution’s fundraising office, where she served as project manager and writer/editor since 2005. Of the … [Read more...]
Upscale Utopia
Each one of his 10 properties, located in Abilene’s oldest and best neighborhoods, offers some of the most creative decor and first-class amenities this West Central Texas city has to offer. Repurposed antiques, brand name bedding, decor themes and a flare for the dramatic punctuate each property. “I kind of let the architecture of our houses send us in a direction,” said … [Read more...]
The Philharmonic performs the Masters, Movies and Mystery
The Abilene Philharmonic continues its 2012-2013 season of classical, pops and chamber concerts with Masters, Movies and Mystery. This season exemplifies the high artistic standards and thoughtful programming that have made the Abilene Philharmonic one of the region’s cultural treasures. Masterworks III, on January 26th, features Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G … [Read more...]