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Wake-Up Weather: you saw how much rain???
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- Wake-Up Weather: you saw how much rain???
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- 5:06
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- Wake-Up Weather: you saw how much rain???
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- #1 ranked Wylie Bulldogs are ready for the Class 5A tennis playoffs
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- #1 ranked Wylie Bulldogs are ready for the Class 5A tennis playoffs
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- Taylor County works through influx of voter registration records
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Of the about 3,500 voter registration records Taylor County recently received, about 350 remain for the elections office to go through as of Wednesday afternoon. The county received an influx of records last week due to a state error, with affected records going back to October 2025.
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- Brownwood senior citizens walk the runway at fashion show
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- BROWNWOOD, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Senior citizens in Brownwood had the chance to show off their style during the Brownwood Senior Citizens Center’s first-ever fashion show.
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- Former Wylie bulldog helps Chicago Bears clinch win Monday night
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Former Wylie High School quarterback Case Keenum returned to the NFL field in a big way Monday night, helping the Chicago Bears to a win despite entering the game as the team's third-string quarterback.
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- Wylie takes #1 ranking into Class 5A tennis playoffs
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- Wylie takes #1 ranking into Class 5A tennis playoffs
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- August Pfluger: A conversation on the issues facing West Texas
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- 26:11
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- U.S. Rep. August Pfluger joins West Texas Politics for a one-on-one conversation about issues affecting West Texas and the 11th Congressional District. Pfluger represents Texas’ 11th Congressional District, which includes San Angelo and communities across West and Central Texas. pfluger.house.gov
During the interview, Pfluger discusses his work during the current congressional term, energy prices and the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, border and immigration policy, and his legislative priorities moving forward.
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- "Don't panic." ACU continues to grow as they approach UAC play
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- "Don't panic." ACU continues to grow as they approach UAC play
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- HSU's Keegan Ratliff is building a future for Para-Standing Tennis
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 16 hours ago
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- HSU's Keegan Ratliff is building a future for Para-Standing Tennis
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- McMurry University receives $2.8 million grant for student success, AI programs
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- 1:16
- Date posted
- 16 hours ago
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- ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – McMurry University has been selected for $2,845,646 in federal funding over a five-year project period through the U.S. Department of Education’s Title III Strengthening Institutions Program. The first-year federal award is $1,138,403.
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- After the tornado, a Jones County Mom finds her way back to baking
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 16 hours ago
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- JONES COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A Jones County mom is sharing her story after a tornado destroyed her home and business. Kendra Gabriel is currently in her empty-nest chapter of motherhood, with her only daughter away at college. After rebuilding her life following the wrath of Mother Nature, she was finally ready to return to her passion for baking.
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- Fun tailgate and Halloween snacks to feed a crowd this fall
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- 6:31
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
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- Fun tailgate and Halloween snacks to feed a crowd this fall
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- Fun tailgate and Halloween snacks to feed a crowd this fall
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- 6:44
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
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- Fun tailgate and Halloween snacks to feed a crowd this fall
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- After a tornado, a Jones County mom finds her way back to baking
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- 25:05
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- A Jones County mom is sharing her story after having her home and business destroyed by a tornado. Kendra Gabriel is currently in her empty nest chapter of motherhood with her only daughter away at college. After rebuilding her life following the wrath of Mother Nature, she was finally ready to return to her passion of baking.
"On Time for Mom Time" hosts, Brittany Pelletz and Stacie Lopez took their podcast to Abilene's Vendor Village where Kendra Gabriel is now offering her Parlor Baking baked goods again.
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- Wake-Up Weather: the main event is here, flooding and storms possible
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- 4:44
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Wake-Up Weather: the main event is here, flooding and storms possible
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- ‘It’s like a river’: Abilene resident recalls years of flooding on Willis Street
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- 2:22
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Heavy rain and flooding can quickly turn some Abilene roads into dangerous waterways, and one longtime resident said he has seen it happen for decades.
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- Taylor County resident speaks about living near data center
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Arlene Mendler has been at her Abilene property for nearly 35 years. Mendler said they used to take their horses out and ride in the area, and others, including her daughter, would jog. But now, the data center entrance is across the street from her property.
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- $30K distributed across Sweetwater ISD from education foundation
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- SWEETWATER, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - It's a big day of giving at Sweetwater ISD. Members of the Sweetwater Education Foundation paraded from school to school, handing teachers grant money to invest in classrooms.
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- Abilene High keeps cool and recovers after slow start
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Abilene High keeps cool and recovers after slow start
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- Cooper offense ran and passed the Cougars to victory
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Cooper offense ran and passed the Cougars to victory
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- Elevior Spine Institute helps patients through minimally invasive pain treatment
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- 4:45
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Elevior Spine Institute helps patients through minimally invasive pain treatment
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- HSU Theatre hosts Pops at the Pond, a free outdoor concert October 2nd
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- 3:55
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- HSU Theatre hosts Pops at the Pond, a free outdoor concert October 2nd
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- KTAB 4:00pm Forecast: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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- 4:43
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A Flood Watch will be in effect for the Big Country Wednesday, Wednesday night and Thursday. A few showers are possible this evening. After midnight, showers and storms should approach the Big Country from the west (Permian Basin) and be in the area Thursday morning. The best chance for storms, some with heavy rain, comes Wednesday afternoon and Wednesday night. Some storms may produce strong wind, small hail but heavy rain is the main threat. Flash flooding is possible as rain amounts of 1 to 3 inches (or more) are being projected. Have a way to receive weather warnings on Wednesday and Wednesday night. Avoid known flood prone areas.
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- Want to get closer to the Abilene Zoo animals? Here’s what you can do
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- 3:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- During most visits to the Abilene Zoo, you get to watch the animals from a distance, but did you know, there are several opportunities to go inside some of the exhibits.
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- Sweetwater musicians keep the Tejano sound alive through passion
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- 3:23
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- SWEETWATER, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Did you ever start a garage band trying to make it big?
A Tejano band in Sweetwater is still rockin', but only for the love and passion for music.
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- ‘It was unreal’: 14-year-old Hermleigh singer performs national anthem at Savannah Bananas game
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- HERMLEIGH, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Imagine stepping onto a baseball field, surrounded by thousands of cheering fans, to sing the national anthem — all at just 14 years old.
That dream became a reality for Hermleigh ISD ninth-grader Maryellen Yocca when she was invited to perform the national anthem before the Savannah Bananas vs. Texas Tailgaters game on September 27.
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- Want to get closer to the Abilene Zoo Animals? Here's what you can do
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- 24:47
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Many of you have been to the Abilene Zoo and have observed the animals from a distance. But what about if you could get a little closer?
In this latest episode of Wild About It on KTAB+, host, Brittany Pelletz is taking you inside of many of the exhibits. It's something that zoo goers can add on to their zoo experiences. You can pet and feed many of these animals while you're there.
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- Wake-Up Weather: FLOOD WATCH on the rise
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- 4:49
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Wake-Up Weather: FLOOD WATCH on the rise
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- Bite of West Texas: From the Gridiron to the Grill, Kurt Klausner Builds Sunset Jr. in San Angelo
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- SAN ANGELO, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — A love of cooking, a family history in the restaurant business and a little creativity on the grill have helped turn one San Angelo family’s food trailer into a growing local restaurant.
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- Hometown Heroes | Episodes 1-3
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- 14:57
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Hometown Heroes follows the 2026 Hawley Bearcats season both on and off the field. The first three episodes capture the emotions of a season-opening loss to Albany, the unwavering support of a small town rallying behind its team, and the unique traditions that make Hawley football special, including a behind-the-scenes look at the Bearcats' tunnel crew. Through victories, setbacks, and community pride, the series highlights the players, coaches, students, and fans who make Friday night football the heartbeat of Hawley.
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- ‘It was unreal’: 14-year-old Hermleigh singer performs national anthem at Savannah Bananas game
- Runtime
- 1:49
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- HERMLEIGH, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Imagine stepping onto a baseball field, surrounded by thousands of cheering fans, to sing the national anthem — all at just 14 years old.
That dream became a reality for Hermleigh ISD ninth-grader Maryellen Yocca when she was invited to perform the national anthem before the Savannah Bananas vs. Texas Tailgaters game on September 27.
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- Wylie heads into open date of district opening victory
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Wylie heads into open date of district opening victory
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- Sweet corgi Rhiannon looking for forever home
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- 3:03
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Sweet corgi Rhiannon looking for forever home
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- Medicare notice of change letters arriving soon, let Maichel Retirement Solutions help you review yo
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- 5:07
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Medicare notice of change letters arriving soon, let Maichel Retirement Solutions help you review your plan
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- Wake-Up Weather: Rain and a cold front
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- 4:25
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Wake-Up Weather: Rain and a cold front
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- Top Plays from Week 5 of High School Football
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Top Plays from Week 5 of High School Football
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- District 19 candidate Tom Sell discusses data centers, affordability & priorities
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- 14:43
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Republican Congressional District 19 candidate Tom Sell joined Big Country Politics for a Sunday conversation about his campaign, data center development, affordability, the national debt and his priorities if elected to Congress.
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- Wildcats fall to 23) Mercer following weather delay
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- Wildcats fall to 23) Mercer following weather delay
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- McMurry head coach Jordan Neal's postgame thoughts after loss to U. of Dubuque
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- McMurry head coach Jordan Neal's postgame thoughts after loss to U. of Dubuque
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- HPU wins historic game at the Star 51-28
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- HPU wins historic game at the Star 51-28
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- Sonic KTAB Football Xtreme Week 5
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- 21:54
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Episode 5 of Sonic KTAB Football Xtreme brings some of the biggest moments of the season so far!
The Cooper Cougars picked up a huge district win over Wichita Falls Memorial, setting the tone.
Our Game of the Week was an absolute offensive explosion, with Sweetwater putting up 83 points in a wild Friday night showdown.
And for the first time in who knows how long, all five Abilene high schools came away with wins in the same week! Abilene High, Cooper, Wylie, and the rest of the Abilene programs gave us plenty to celebrate.
Plus, Episode 5 is packed with exciting scores, big plays, explosive highlights and the best football players from across the Big Country.
From district-opening statements to unforgettable individual performances, Week 5 had it all — and Sonic KTAB Football Xtreme has it covered.
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- What you donate could help build a home—or become a cost for Habitat for Humanity Abilene
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- You never know what you might find inside the Habitat for Humanity Abilene ReStore.
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- ACT comedy 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike' explores family, aging, and change
- Runtime
- 4:38
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- ACT comedy 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike' explores family, aging, and change
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- Abilene flock cameras, random drug testing & a Texas House Candidate's big pitch | Big Country Polit
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- 22:59
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- This week on Big Country Politics, the debate over Flock license plate reader cameras takes center stage as Abilene city leaders and residents weigh concerns over privacy, public safety, and surveillance. We break down discussion from the September 24 Abilene City Council meeting and the growing national attention on Flock cameras following hearings in Washington. Plus, the City of Clyde updates its drug and alcohol testing policy with random testing for city employees, and Arrebah Bharmal sits down with Texas House District 19 Republican candidate Tom Sell to discuss his campaign, data centers, and the issues shaping West Texas.
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- Could this be the best burger and cheesesteak spot in West Texas? | Bite of West Texas
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- 28:14
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Host Heather Easley heads to Sunset Jr Burgers & Cheesesteaks in San Angelo for a taste of a local favorite. In this episode of Bite of West Texas, Heather visits with owner-operator Kurt Klausner and his mother, Pam Klausner, to learn the story behind the family-run restaurant, their commitment to great food, and what keeps customers coming back for their burgers and cheesesteaks.
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- Wake-Up Weather: Polo and its moisture track
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- 4:07
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Wake-Up Weather: Polo and its moisture track
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- After losing her son to fentanyl, an Abilene mom turns grief into purpose | On Time For Mom Time
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- 28:54
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- An Abilene mom who lost her 25-year-old son to fentanyl dedicates her time advocating for safer communities and resources for families impacted by addiction.
April Barron traveled to Washington, D.C. with the United Against Fentanyl organization to participate in Hill Day to speak with members of Congress and advocating for changes she hopes can help other families.
Before traveling the nation's capital, Barrow visited with On Time for Mom Time podcast hosts, Brittany Pelletz and Stacie Lopez to discuss her community efforts while honoring the life of her son, Matthew Isaiah Flores.
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- The heart behind Loaves and Fishes food pantry
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- 2:55
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- It's organized chaos in the Loaves and Fishes food pantry.
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- West Texas Fair and Rodeo attendance up from last year
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- 1:56
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – With the West Texas Fair and Rodeo wrapped up for the year, preliminary numbers show higher attendance than last year.
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- KTAB 5:00pm Forecast: Thursday, September 24, 2026
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- 4:11
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Hot and mostly dry weather will continue through the weekend. There is a low 20% or less chance for showers Friday and Saturday but most areas should stay dry. Temperatures through Monday will range between 92 and 95 each day with lows in the low 70's. A big weather change is expected by late Monday through Tuesday and Wednesday. Moisture from Pacific hurricane Polo is forecast to move into West Texas early next week, interact with an upper level low and strong cold front, to bring a good chance for rain and much cooler temperatures Tuesday and Wednesday. We are forecast highs in the 80's (but could be cooler) and lows in the 60's by Tuesday and Wednesday.
