September in the Big Country is always a festive time, with live performances, food and fun at the West Texas Fair & Rodeo and high school and collegiate athletic competitions. And this year another celebration will be added to our community’s already busy season - the 100th anniversary of the founding of Hendrick Health. The health system’s flagship hospital opened on … [Read more...]
Girl Scouts Cookie Business
By Rebecca Hargus Photography by Laura Seaton and Doug Hodel “Would you like to buy a box of Girl Scout Cookies?” This phrase is one many of us at Scene look forward to hearing each year, and since Girl Scout Cookie season is upon us, Scene ventured to Hawley to speak with top-selling Girl Scout Troop 7126. Nine girls from Hawley, Eula and Abilene comprise this … [Read more...]
From Risk to Reward
Small business owners and entrepreneurs find support and success in Abilene By Loretta Fulton Photography by Beth Dukes It took a first place finish in a business start-up competition to convince sisters Kate Stover and Summer Walters that they were indeed entrepreneurs. That happened in April 2013 when the sisters won the grand prize in the community … [Read more...]
Grace, Grit and Good ‘Ol Boys Clubs
Abilene women are bucking stereotypes to succeed in traditionally male-dominated professions By Loretta Fulton Photography by Beth Dukes A belief in yourself, stamina, and a "never give up" attitude all are good tools to have in the toolbox for women who hold, or want to hold, a job historically reserved for men. Abilene is filled with women who fit the bill. … [Read more...]