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Summer Camps at the Abilene Zoo [UPDATED]

Shay Hill — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:00:29 +0000

Updated: April 22,2013 The Abilene Zoo is once again planning their summer camps for kids. Classes for pre-schoolers (must be potty trained) are from 9a – 12p and are $75 for members/$85 for non-members. The classes for kindergarten-5th grades are from 9 am – 2:30 pm and are $120 for members/ $140 for non-members and [...]

What Day Do Pools Open in Abilene?

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:38:58 +0000

Warmer weather approaches it’s time to start thinking about the great outdoors and where to go swimming in Abilene. Here are the best pools around Abilene to kick off the 2013 swimming season. Abilene State Park – Pool The pool and concessions will open Saturday May 25, 2013. Pool hours are 11am till 7pm. [...]

Hot Twitter Girl of the Week – Tiffany Oertel [PICTURES]

Chaz — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:12:26 +0000

I was recently asked the question, “What do you look for when you’re searching for the Hot Twitter Girl of the Week?”. The answer – hot babes wearing next to nothing like this week’s hottie, Tiffany Oertel. Duh! Tiffany is a fitness model and NPC bikini competitor. She was the 2010 OC Classic NPC Bikini [...]

Hot Twitter Girl of the Month for January is Brooke Knight [PICTURES]

Chaz — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 18:20:23 +0000

January was another smokin' hot month for our Twitter girls, as you had 4 more beautiful ladies to gawk at. The votes are in and we have crowned another hottie as the Hot Twitter Girl of the Month - Brooke Knight.

9th Annual Autism Extravaganza Comes to Abilene Christian University February 6th

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:55:34 +0000

The Abilene Region 14 Education Service Center and the Autism Speaks foundation are hosting the "9th Annual Autism Extravaganza" and the “Greater Abilene Walk Now for Autism Speaks” kick-off luncheon at the ACU Hunter Welcome Center, Wednesday, February 6th. This years featured speaker is John Elder Robison, author and lecturer. Robison will share his unique experiences as a person living with Asperger Syndrome.

Hot Twitter Girl of the Week – Alexis Fox [PICTURES]

Chaz — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 15:19:07 +0000

This week’s Hot Twitter Girl of the Week is a fox in more ways than one. Meet Alexis Fox. Alexis was Playboy’s Miss October 2012. This foxy model was born in Miami, but now makes her home in Durban, South Africa, making the beaches there that much more nice. She loves the outdoors, playing at the [...]

The World of Wheels Comes to the Abilene Civic Center Jan. 25th – 27th

Rudy Fernandez — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:00:34 +0000

The World of Wheels is back at the Abilene Civic Center, featuring hot rods, customs, racing show cars, motorcycles and more. Car enthusiast and Show Chairman Steve Longmire says "this years World of Wheels is awesome because there's something that will interest everyone no matter what the age is." Have your picture made with Tow Mater from the Walt Disney movie 'Cars.' If you're a NASCAR fan, you're going to love meeting Bobby Allison. There really is Something for everyone. Here's all the rest of the ticket info.

The 2013 West Texas Rehab Center's Telethon Raises Over 1.2 Million Dollars

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 04:42:51 +0000

As the old saying goes, "it ain't over till the fat lady has sung" and she has done so because the totals are in. The West Texas Rehab Center's telethon and auction raised, $1,202,646. This is not the all-time high for the Rehab center, in fact last year's telethon was, when the Rehab center raised just over 1.33 million dollars. This year's total is the fourth highest in the history of the Rehab center's telethon and auction.

RODEOHOUSTON Entertainment Lineup Released for 2013

Shay Hill — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 18:52:26 +0000

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has just released the RODEOHOUSTON Entertainment list for this year. It includes a little pop, rock, Tejano and yes, of course, country. There will be something for everyone this year, from young to old. The event, held annually, benefits youth and education in the agricultural field. The rodeo, since [...]

Things To Do With The Kids On A Snow Day – Chaz's Top 5

Chaz — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:30:58 +0000

Here in Abilene Texas, it does not snow much. But, when it does, usually it shuts down the whole town simply because we're not accustomed to it or prepared for it like people are up north that get a lot of snow. Most of the time, when it does snow, you can bet that several [...]

Quadrantids Meteor Shower Peaks Overnight Wednesday January 2nd

Shay Hill — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:34:57 +0000

Quadrantids meteor shower is an annual event that will peak tonight through Thursday. NASA will be streaming a live webcam of the event or you can step outside to check it out yourself. However, the moon is quite bright (waxing gibbous moon) at the moment and could cause some interference with seeing the shower clearly.

Rock 108 Playlist – January 2013 Top Songs

Frank Pain — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 12:00:47 +0000

Check out the top 40 songs in Rock 108's rotation for the month of January 2013

New Year's Firework Safety Tips From the National Council on Fireworks Safety

Shay Hill — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:00:12 +0000

Fourth of July, although the most popular, is not the only holiday where fireworks are used. New Year's Eve is also a major day for fireworks displays. The same rules apply and so it is time to review all those safety tips once again. You don't want to ring in a new year on a bad note.

Low on Cash and Looking for Cheap Entertainment in Abilene? Here Are 5 Things You Can Do

Chaz — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 21:01:40 +0000

If you're low on cash and looking for cheap ways to have fun in Abilene, I got you covered. Here are 5 ways you can still have a little fun in the key city that won't break your pocket book. Photo By Chaz 1 Disc Golf Disc Golf, played just like golf but [...]

Spiders, Snakes and Wives…Oh My! Our Biggest Fears

Chaz — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 14:45:29 +0000

Whether it's spiders, snakes, relationships or heights, everybody has some sort of fear. I took to our Facebook page and asked you what your biggest fear was for our Question of the Week.

Sarah Silverman Teaches Conan a Dirty Trick With a Smartphone [VIDEO]

Chaz — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 14:00:22 +0000

Sarah Silverman is one of the funniest women of all time, in my opinion. She is just hilarious to watch and comes up with some of the most off the wall stuff you've ever seen. So, it was no surprise when she taught Conan how to be really, really dirty with a smartphone.

Favorite 80′s Fads – Shay's Top 5

Shay Hill — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 14:00:58 +0000

I grew up in the 80's so while much of that decade is something we want to forget there were still things that I loved and want to remember. Some of the so called "fads" I found out are still around or have even made a small comeback. Scary isn't it? However, I think I would welcome back some of the 80's fads compared to some of the trends of the present. So here are my top 5 fads of the 80's; reminisce with me now.

Vampires, Zombies, Dragons and More – Mythical Creatures We Wish Were Real

Chaz — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 12:07:35 +0000

We've all heard or read stories about mythical creatures, whether it be from the old Greek stories, or some that are a little more modern. Most, if not all, even inspire little kids to dress up as one for Halloween. Well, what if those mythical creatures were real? Here's a list of mythical creatures we [...]

Watch an Epic Battle Between Batman and Spider-Man [VIDEO]

Chaz — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 22:42:18 +0000

I consider Batman and Spider-Man two of the best super heroes ever. But, what if they got into a fight? Who would win in this epic battle? Obviously, these are just two clowns dressed in a Spider-Man and Batman costume but watch as they give each other all kinds of hell on the streets of [...]

Dash Cam, VW Commercial, President Sings – Shay's Top 3 Weekly Viral Videos [VIDEO]

Shay Hill — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 16:00:18 +0000

Well it’s time again for some great videos. If you are like me there are some things out there that you missed or maybe there are some things that you just want to see again. Here are 3 top watched videos. If you watch shows like “Cops” you know the cars are equipped with dash [...]