Day trips are a great way to get out of town without having to break the bank with a hotel stay. For less than a few hour’s drive, you can enjoy the towns surrounding Abilene with all their hidden treasures and activities. Anson is just 30 minutes north of Abilene and features food, shopping and activities for a day out with family or friends! Itinerary MORNING Pack up … [Read more...]
2023 Farm Family of the Year Celebrates Success
Christopher Hart almost didn’t tell his wife, Samantha, that they had won the title “Farm Family of the Year.” The Abilene Chamber and the Taylor County AgriLife Extension Service honors a local farmer each year with this award, notifying the recipient in the fall, and presenting the award in the spring. But Christopher kept the information tucked away to himself, not … [Read more...]
Abilene Influencer: Downing Bolls
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...]
Abilene Candle Co.
Abilene Candle Co. is a new Abilene business bringing light to the SoDA District and the scents of West Texas to the world. The store is located on the east side of the SoDA district in the space formerly the home of Florence Posies and Honey & Fig Gelato. Owner and founder Jamie Foreman kept the flower shop’s layout with a shelving and store in the front and venue in the … [Read more...]
How to Build a Garland
A beautifully decorated tree and garland can add a special sparkle to your holiday season. Here’s wishing you and yours a Christmas filled with peace, good health and joy! Step 1: Measure Before you purchase your garland base, put your measuring tape to work. Remember that your garland should hang off each side of the mantle or piece of furniture by at least 12 … [Read more...]