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Soldier Deployed in Afghanistan Sends Brother Wedding Wishes from the Cockpit of His Harrier Jet [VIDEO]

Chaz — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:33:36 +0000

A soldier who is deployed in Afghanistan understandably couldn’t be at his brother’s recent wedding. So, he did the next best thing. He recorded himself wishing his brother and new bride the best – from the cockpit of his Harrier jet while flying over Afghanistan. I’m not sure who the pilot is, but his brother, [...]

Hometown Heroes – Hall of Heroes

Frank Pain — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:19:53 +0000

Abilene is home to quite a few extraordinary men and women, many of whom serve (or have served) in the military and also those who are local first responders (police, firefighters, EMS). Townsquare Media is honored to be a part of this great community and would like to thank those who put their lives on the line each and every day.

Please, join us in honoring our Hometown Heroes by thanking them for their willingness to sacrifice their lives for the freedom we enjoy daily. Not only do these heroes put their lives on the line day in and day out, but they also sacrifice time with their families that we take for granted.

Help Us Honor Hometown Heroes from the Abilene Area

Frank Pain — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:00:48 +0000

Seven Marines Killed, Others Injured, at Nevada Training Site

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 14:46:39 +0000

An explosion during a training exercise Monday Night caused the deaths of seven Marines and injured seven others at the Hawthorne Army Depot outside of Reno, Nevada. The Marines, based out of Camp Lejeune in North Carolina, were training at the Hawthorne site because the desert surroundings create a realistic simulation of the environment in Afghanistan. Their [...]

Nominate a Soldier of the Week

Frank Pain — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:29:18 +0000

Townsquare Media Abilene would like to thank each and every member of the military (past and present) for their service to our country. Thank you so much. Each week we’ll recognize a member of our military with ‘Soldier of the Week’. If you know of a member of the military (anyone from any branch that [...]

Medal of Honor Warfighter: Zero Dark Thirty Map Pack Goes Live, Wants To Improve Veterans' Lives

John Llewellyn Martin — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 20:29:58 +0000

That’s right, console warriors, the Zero Dark Thirty Map Pack for Medal of Honor WarfighterÂ is up on Origin now, bringing you two new multiplayer maps and lots of new content. The new multiplayer maps are inspired by Darral and Chitral, two of the most dangerous hotspots in the world. The Darral Gun Market map takes [...]

10 Returning Soldiers Reuniting With Their Dogs

Cameron Simcik — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 19:55:17 +0000

Veteran’s Day is one of the greatest American holiday, because we get to celebrate those who have and are still serving our country. It’s one of the greatest sacrifices; these men and women are leaving their loved ones to risk their lives for us. For that, we give them a sincere thank you.Of course being [...]

Americans Observe Veterans Day

Joe Student — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 22:00:58 +0000

Millions of Americans took time to observe Veterans Day in cities across the nation on Sunday. Ceremonies, moments of silence and parades were held to thank and memorialize the men and women of the U.S. armed forces who have served the country’s military. President Barack Obama placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown [...]

Returning Soldiers Have Huge Pillow Fight

Cameron Simcik — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 13:15:36 +0000

Military homecomings are the ultimate heartwarming tearjerkers. Remember the surprise visit at a recent football game or the adorable dog welcoming home his soldier owner? We’re tearing up all over again! But don’t let the waterworks flow just yet -- we’re here to bring you a funny behind-the-scenes look at these guys.

Air Force Releases Declassified Flying Saucer Plans

Amanda Ferris — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 20:48:15 +0000

The truth is out there! Well, sort of. The ‘X-Files’ gang were partially right: the National Archives recently published declassified “flying saucer” schematics and the details of the project, dubbed “Project 1974″ that hailed from the 1950s. Back then, the US Air Force decided to team up with a long-gone Canadian company to create a [...]

Military Dad Surprises Family In Front of 85,000 at College Football Game

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 16:17:49 +0000

When Tammy Faile and her two children were chosen as the military family of the game for South Carolina's match up Saturday against the University of Georgia, they probably expected some sort of message from their husband and father Sgt. First Class Scott Faile, who is stationed in South Korea.

And that's what they got at halftime, a video message on the University of South Carolina’s Williams-Brice stadium's Jumbotron.

Townsquare Media in Abilene Remembers 9/11

Frank Pain — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 20:19:40 +0000

September 11, 2001 is a day that will be remembered with tremendous heartache but it is also a day that launched a wave of patriotism that has been unparalleled. The staff of Townsquare Media Abilene talk about their memories of that fateful day. Dave Wheaton I was getting ready for my air shift in Kalamazoo, [...]

Dusty Hill, of ZZ Top, Campaigns for the Aid of Our Veterans [VIDEO]

Frank Pain — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:10:35 +0000

How many times have you seen a 'homeless' person on the side of the road with a sign that read 'Homeless Veteran, Please Help'?

Probably too many times to count.

Well, over 60,000 veterans are on the street or in shelters and Dusty Hill, of ZZ Top, went to the web to campaign for the help for our veterans.

Mother Arrested for Child Fatality; 2 Other Children Injured. What are Your Thoughts?

Frank Pain — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 22:08:00 +0000

Bigcountryhomepage.com reported that Tiffany N. Klapheke, 22, was arrested after the death of one child and bodily injury on her 2 other children. On August 28 at 3:56 pm, Abilene Police Department (APD) Dispatch received a call from a female that sounded distressed. APD Dispatch was able to piece together that the call was coming [...]

Military Starts Naked Salute Facebook Group for Prince Harry

Emerald Catron — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:56:07 +0000

Well, if what happens in Vegas isn’t going to stay in Vegas, as many people as possible should probably put naked pictures of themselves up on Facebook to make it okay. It’s maybe not how we would deal with the Naked Prince Harry Fiasco of 2012, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t happening right now.

Operation Homefront Military Family Homecomings 2012 Video – What's the Song?

Joe Robinson — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:00:08 +0000

Iron and Wine‘s Sam Beam has a knack for turning pretty much any song he hears into a tender, touching ballad. Performing solo with just an acoustic guitar, his wistful, whispered vocals and down-tempo delivery has transformed tunes from bands as varied as the Flaming Lips and New Order, and his take on the latter’s ’Love Vigilantes’ from their 1985 album ‘Low-Life’ is featured in a new spot from Operation Homefront.

Wounded Warriors Scale New Heights With the Heroes Project

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 18:09:16 +0000

Wounded warriors that may have lost a limb or suffered an injury while serving our county can find a renewed purpose in life and engage in physical activity. The Heroes Project is making sure of that, as it works to help combat-injured vets overcome their individual circumstances by climbing the highest peaks in the world. That’s not only a “feel good” mission but an incredibly badass one as well.

Soldier Returns Home From Afghanistan and Surprises Son 'Star Wars' Style [VIDEO]

Chaz — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 12:00:37 +0000

There have been so many videos where our brave soldiers have returned home from duty to surprise their loved ones. Some have brought tears to our eyes, while others have made us laugh. This particular homecoming has to be one of the most well thought out surprises that I've seen. Watch as this soldier surprises his son with an all out 'Star Wars' themed reunion that would make even George Lucas proud.

'Ride for Randy' Memorial Ride to Benefit Wounded Warrior Project Set for July 28th

Frank Pain — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:36:03 +0000

‘Ride for Randy’ is a memorial ride that will be held in honor of USAF MSgt Randy Gillespie who was killed in action in Afghanistan 5 years ago. This year’s ‘ride’ will take place Saturday, July 28th. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project in Randy Gillespie’s name. Information Location [...]

Should Timothy Poe Be Kicked Off America's Got Talent? [VIDEO]

Dave Wheaton — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 21:43:57 +0000

If you haven’t heard, Timothy Poe is a country singer who appeared on Season 7 of America’s Got Talent. As it turns out, further research has shown that Poe lied about just about everything he said on stage during his audition. And that’s not an exaggeration. His military record shows no such injury that he [...]