It’s all about music at The Ice House. Everything from the decor to the food and drinks, to the entertainment - it all centers on music and the home-grown joy of having a beer. Owners Ted and Allicyn Evans planned it that way all as part of the unique atmosphere of their businesses. The Ice House is located in downtown Abilene on the corner of Walnut and North 2nd … [Read more...]
Karson’s & The Commons
Karson Tutt has carved out quite a stylish niche for herself amid the bustling of restaurants, retail and corporate offices that make up downtown Abilene. Opened in October 2020 and occupying almost 2,000 square feet of ground-floor space in the Motis Building, Karson’s and The Commons is part upscale, on-trend retail and part co-op. As welcome as her store is on the … [Read more...]
Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame
Olympians, Pro Football Hall of Fame recipients, and even a professional poker player, began their journeys to the world stage right here in the Big Country. Now through the efforts of former Abilene Reporter-News sports editor, Al Pickett and his wife Carole, these achievements are preserved in the 3,400-square foot Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame Museum at the Mall of … [Read more...]
Amber Dragon Meadery
Ron and Lorraine Poston have a passion for good mead, passion that flavors every bottle they make together at the Amber Dragon Meadery. Mead, also called honey wine, is an ancient form of alcohol, most often associated with vikings or Nordic culture. The most basic version is fermented water and honey, but any mixture of fruits and herbs can be added to form flavors for every … [Read more...]
Florence Posies and Honey & Fig Gelato
What began as a pop-up shop in a horse trailer has now blossomed into a modern gelato bar and flower shop in the heart of the SoDA District. Owned by Rachel Patten and her husband, Micah, Florence Posies and Honey & Fig Gelato has become Abilene’s newest family-friendly hangout spot. The shop opened in December, 2020, and features a gelato and coffee bar, a sprawling … [Read more...]