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GETTING TO KNOW DOWNTOWN
It’s our hope that you don’t just visit downtown Abilene, but experience all of the local stories that make the heart of our community so special. Browse through a variety of stories of everything from local media partners, to things to do, to historic information about our beloved downtown.


Primal Brewing Company brings new energy to the north side of downtown Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KBRC) – It’s no secret Abilene is growing; with a new hotel and plenty of small businesses, the key city has a lot

On the Double: Downtown Abilene hotel opens with Texas-style branding
For months, Abilenians and those regularly visiting the city have watched a hotel go up downtown, often fascinated by the effort it takes. The Abilene

Rain showers good news for the Abilene Farmers Market
ABILENE, Texas — Last year everyone was feeling the heat including vendors at the Abilene Farmers Market. The heavy rainfall this year has been great news

A room with a view: Kings Collective barbers set up shop upstairs
Wade Schumpert was telling quite a story Saturday at the “soft opening” of The Kings Collective Barber and Apothecary. There was no clipping of hair

Abilene, Texas Named To One Of The Best Downtowns In The State – thetravel.com
Texas is home to many iconic cities, but these towns have the best downtowns in the state. Texas has long been a vibrant and bustling

Downtown Abilene residents, visitors get excited for newest addition: Bodegish
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A new convenience store will soon be available in Downtown Abilene on Cypress Street, and some residents say they have been fighting