Abilene: Quick Facts

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Ken Paxton brings his 'Come and Take It' Senate campaign to Abilene • Oct. 29, 2026, 6:03 PM ET (Abilene Reporter-News)

See Texas AG Ken Paxton rally in Abilene for U.S. Senate • Oct. 29, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (Abilene Reporter-News)

UPDATED Where to vote early in Abilene • Oct. 16, 2026, 5:56 AM ET (Abilene Reporter-News)

Texas high school football Week 8 scores: Big Country, Abilene-area live updates • Oct. 16, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (Abilene Reporter-News)

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