2011 News Releases
December 28, 2011
Most City offices closed in observance of New Year's Day
December 21, 2011
Most City offices closed in observance of the Christmas holiday
December 14, 2011
Protect pets from winter health hazards
December 9, 2011
Dyess We Care Team to build train station at Abilene Zoo
December 2, 2011
Rose Park Senior Center hosts annual holiday festival
November 30, 2011
"Miracle on 34th Street" performance cancelled
November 28, 2011
Pet adoption discounts from Homes 4 the Holidays
November 21, 2011
Most City offices closed in observance of Thanksgiving
November 21, 2011
New FEMA maps show revised flood zones in Abilene
November 16, 2011
City's Animal Services receives state awards
November 10, 2011
Abilene Zoo bids farewell to lady lion cubs
November 9, 2011
Most City offices closed Veterans Day
November 8, 2011
Community gathering a Sears Park tradition
November 7, 2011
First nationwide test of Emergency Alert System set for Wednesday
November 3, 2011
Support first responders with Blue Hero Lights this holiday
November, 3, 2011
City receives award for annual financial report
November 2, 2011
Mayor to host press conference Thursday
October 28, 2011
Lake Ft. Phantom closed temporarily for repairs, extension project
October 26, 2011
City of Abilene declines federal grant
October 12, 2011
City's Managing Director for Administration named to state board
October 7, 2011
"Abilene on the Move" is a day to get moving
October, 7, 2011
Record breaking year at the Abilene Zoo
October 3, 2011
City asks citizens for capital project ideas
October 3, 2011
APD invites citizens to National Night Out
September 30, 2011
City Rec hosts Tin Cup Seven Iron Golf Tournament
September 29, 2011
One day water restrictions take effect Monday, Oct. 3
September 28, 2011
Water Conservation Plan news conference scheduled
September, 28, 2011
Abilene youth participate in local PPK competition
September 27, 2011
Rose Park Senior Activity Center to host Party on the Patio
September 27, 2011
Utility line protection program now available to citizens
September 27, 2011
Seasonal Influenza vaccine now available during Health District's routine immunization clinics
September 21, 2011
Fall Clean & Tire Amnesty Days coming Oct. 6 - 8
September 20, 2011
Friends of Fitness Day brought to you by the Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness
September 16, 2011
September 12, 2011
Cobb Park Rec hosts dodgeball tournament
September 9, 2011
Abilene-Taylor Country Public Health District to provide Seasonal Influenza vaccinations
September 9, 2011
Abilene Animal Shelter nears 2,500 pet adoption record
September 9, 2011
9/11 Moment of Remembrance to be held at City Hall
September 2, 2011
Abilene will gather for 9/11 National Moment of Remembrance
August 31, 2011
Most City offices closed Labor Day
August 24, 2011
City of Abilene adds check register to website
August 15, 2011
Eighth annual Doggie Splash Day
August 4, 2011
Budget Workshops conclude, first public hearing on tax rate set for August 11
August, 3, 2011
National Homeless Animal Month celebrated all month at Abilene Animal Shelter
July 29, 2011
Applications for City University now available
July 29, 2011
Catch the Senior Talent Show premier
July 29, 2011
Public Health District offers extended hours for back to school vaccinations
July 25, 2011
Dog Bite Prevention program at Library
July 15, 2011
July 14, 2011
Abilene Police Department and Taylor County Sheriff's Office seek Justice Assistance Grant
July 13, 2011
City of Abilene employees award scholarships
July 11, 2011
Proposed Fiscal Year 2012 budget unveiled
June 29, 2011
City-related closings for July 4th holiday
June 24, 2011
Abilene Fire Department not expected to assume EMS duties
June 23, 2011
City celebrates renovations at Johnson Park
June 22, 2011
Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke recognizes Abilene
June 21, 2011
Street rehabilitation scheduled for two Abilene intersections
June 17, 2011
Sign up for Safety City's Summer Safety Camp
June 9,2011
Bring your teddy bear to the zoo for free admission
June 8, 2011
Animal Services celebrates Adopt-A-Cat Month with discounted cat adoptions
June 6, 2011
Girls League added to Late Night basketball program
June 3, 2011
New water restrictions in effect Monday, June 6
June 2, 2011
May 27, 2011
Most City offices closed Memorial Day
May 26, 2011
Abilene Zoo unveils Safari Express train, bird garden this weekend
May 19, 2011
City's budget presentation receives award
May 17, 2011
Zoolute to Dyess: free day at Zoo for military families
Fourth annual Mayor's Hike set for June 4
May 13, 2011
Abilene rates high is Public Protection Classification
May 11, 2011
Mayor to hold press conference Friday
City's Animal Services begins Dog Bite Prevention program
May 9, 2011
City offers free CFL light bulbs to citizens
May 6, 2011
City's Animal Services celebrates Be Kind to Animals Week
Diveristy Garden dedication Saturday
May 5, 2011
Councilman Spano selected to attend National Security Forum
Abilene Planning uses QR codes to inform public
May 4, 2011
Results of Best Tasting Water Contest
April 29, 2011
Living Well/Health Fitness Jamboree
Diversity Garden work day for youth, Saturday at Zoo
April 26, 2011
Some Rose Park facilities to close early
April 25, 2011
MPO names new executive director
Cobb Recreation Center hosts dance
Free childhood immunizations offered at Immunization Carnival
April 22, 2011
April 15, 2011
Mayor's 5K Run/Walk/Wheel kicks off tomorrow
Abilene Zoo celebrates Earth Day Saturday
April 14, 2011
Public water systems compete in Best Tasting Water Contest
City Manger Gilley honored with lifetime achievement award
April 13, 2011
Senior citizen volunteers save the city thousands
April 12, 2011
Animal Services offers free flea and tick dips for dogs
April 11, 2011
Mayor and City Council cut costs with iPads
April 7, 2011
West Texas' Largest Adoption Event exceeds goal
Spring Clean and Tire Amnesty Days begin today
April 4, 2011
Pine Street construction expands
April 1, 2011
Abilene Animal Shelter has record breaking adoption month
Abilene participates in World Autism Awareness Day
March 31, 2011
City of Abilene Employee Enrichment Conference
March 24, 2011
Zoo's flamingo flock doubles in size
Ladies Volleyball Night at Rose Park Rec Center
March 23, 2011
Spring Clean and Tire Amnesty Days coming April 7-9
March 22, 2011
Mayor Archibald to recognize local fitness leader
March 21, 2011
Steam-N-Wheel Bike Race and Fun Ride
Mayor asks citizens don't text and drive
March 17, 2011
New home for Zoo’s prairie dogs
West Texas to partner in future water plans
Mayor to hold press conference about water in West Texas
March 14, 2011
Citizens asked to complete Hazard Mitigation Survey
March 11, 2011
Hop aboard the zoo train this spring break
Sign up for Mayor's 5K Run Walk Wheel
March 8, 2011
Dr. Jane Goodall to visit Abilene Zoo
March 7, 2011
City phones up and running, Municipal Court still down
City of Abilene phone system down
City seeks input for CDBG and HOME Grant projects
March 3, 2011
City of Abilene accepting applications for federal HUD Grants
March 1, 2011
March Adoption Shelter at Abilene Animal Shelter
February 24, 2011
Great Texas Warrant Roundup to Release Names of Outstanding Defendants
February 22, 2011
Abilene participates in the Great Texas Warrant Roundup
February 17, 2011
Zoo hires first staff veterinarian
February 16, 2011
Carver Youth Council 4th Annual Talent Show
February 3, 2011
Trash collection schedule change due to weather
February 1, 2011
City of Abilene weather related closures and delay
City of Abilene Homeland Security encourages winter weather safety
January 28, 2011
Zoo opens new reptile exhibits
January 14, 2011
Mayor's Archibald to deliver 2011 State of the City address
Register now for the 13th Annual Daddy/Daughter Dinner and Dance
January 13, 2011
Installation of new signs to benefit Abilene tourists and residents
January 12, 2011
Record number of animals adopted out at Animal Shelter
January 6, 2011
Be part of our wild family by becoming a Zoo Docent
Abilene Zoo lion joins the family