Abilene Idol finals showcase local talent this Saturday

The 2026 Abilene Idol Finals are this Saturday at the Paramount theater, featuring 20 finalists in three categories ...

Vote for Big Country Athlete of the Week for March 9-15, presented by City National Bank

Athletes from Abilene High, Coahoma, Hamlin, Stephenville, Abilene Cooper, Clyde, Stamford, Jayton and Balllinger are nominated for this week's honor.

Big Country high school baseball, softball top performers (March 9-15)

Read more to see who had the Big Country's top performances on the diamond during last week's Texas high school baseball and softball action.

TGCA Texas high school softball rankings (March 16)

Read more to see where the Lone Star State's top high school softball teams stand in the latest Texas Girls Coaches Association statewide rankings.

Police push forward with investigation into Abilene woman's death

The investigation into the death of an Abilene woman found beside the train tracks is ongoing, the Abilene Police Department said in an updated media release. She was identified as Leslie Smith, 34, ...

Costco announces partnership for discounted fertility treatments

Costco is taking steps to make fertility treatments cheaper for members after announcing a new partnership that could make fertility drugs 80% less expensive. The partnership between Costco, Sesame ...