By Sarah CarlsonPhotography by Beth Dukes I should have been a neighborhood developer. Not because I’d be good at developing neighborhoods or anything. No, I want their job because I want their power.It’s true: Neighborhood developers are some of the most influential people around because they get to name the streets, roads, avenues, parkways, etc., on … [Read more...]
Hope and Healing from Tiny Homes
By Loretta Fulton Photography by Beth DukesPatty Davis knew something was afoot when she learned that a Bible with her name on it came as a gift, along with the free housing she was getting while undergoing cancer treatments in Abilene. Ray Garcia knew something was up when his wife suffered a stroke while the family was traveling from California to Florida, which led to … [Read more...]
Why Abilene is Home
We’d be remiss in our Homes Issue not to honor our hometown. A few locals shared why – regardless of house, apartment, condo, rental, or street name – Abilene is, ultimately, our choice of home.“Abilene became my home in 1978 when I came to Hardin-Simmons as a freshman. I love the people in Abilene – from mentors to strangers. The people have boundless generosity, a … [Read more...]
Fake Your Way Through: Alterations
By Wendy Kilmer Before you toss, donate or consign the dress that just doesn’t fit properly or the shapeless top that doesn’t flatter, consider consulting with a tailor or alterations specialist. You may find you already own a piece you love – once it fits perfectly.Fran Stone, owner of A-Town Cleaners, said the most common items brought in for alterations are pants to … [Read more...]
A Day in the Life: Mayor Anthony Williams
By Wendy KilmerPhotography by Beth DukesThe past year has been marked by transition for Abilene’s mayor, Anthony Williams.Ahead of and after being sworn in as mayor on June 26, 2017, he began shifting and culling his commitments, making room for perhaps his most significant one. He stepped down from several boards on which he served, transitioned to a new role … [Read more...]