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Latest COVID-19 testing numbers as of June 4, 2020

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COVID-19 mobile testing site set for June 6, 2020

Click here for a link or phone number to set up a required testing appointment. Read on...
Residents welcome at peaceful protest Thursday evening

Abilene Police Department has coordinated with community leaders and business owners for a peaceful demonstration in support of the family of George Floyd. Read on...
Best Friends and City of Abilene partner to improve shelter outcomes during director search

Michael Bricker, Director of Operations for Best Friends' Shelter Embed Program will serve as Interim Director of Abilene Animal Services beginning July 1 Read on...
UPDATED: Reopening dates for City of Abilene services and facilities

The City of Abilene is working to reopen facilities and services in accordance with the Governor's Open Texas guidelines. Click here for current opening information updated 5/18/20. Read on...
Butternut Street Detour Begins

Butternut Street repairs have begun with improvements expected until August 2020. A detour is currently in place for all through traffic as construction continues. Read on...
Reopening of Health District and MERCY Clinic set for June 1

The Abilene Taylor County Public Health District is preparing to reopen its 850 North 6th and 1902 Shelton MERCY Health Clinic location on Monday, June 1, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Read on...
CityLink to Remove 10 Passenger Limit on Buses

Effective May 18, 2020, CityLink Transit is removing the 10 passenger per bus limit on all fixed routes. Read on...
Long-term water source secured for Abilene, Midland, and San Angelo

What began a decade ago as a collaborative effort to address long-term water needs has culminated with the signing of a multi-generational groundwater supply contract benefiting our region. Read on...
Required change in test reporting brings total cases of COVID-19 in Taylor County to 206

The Texas Department of State Health Services has notified the Abilene Taylor County Public Health District of two changes needing to made in its reporting of COVID-19 positive test results. Read on...
John Knox Repairs Begin

John Knox repairs expect to begin on May 4 with improvements expected for approximately 1 month. Read on...
Entry Level Police Officer Applications Accepted

Now through June 14, answer the call and apply to be an entry level police officer with the Abilene Police Department. Read on...
Mayor Williams requests permission to hold August election

The request would allow Abilene voters to elect local officials prior to the adoption of the City budget and tax rate, and avoid another possible postponement in the event of a resurgence of COVID-19 the fall and winter months. Read on...
Thirty-six Abilene Fire Department self-isolate with COVID-19

An additional seven members of the department are in self-quarantine awaiting test results. Read on...
MERCY Clinic and Abilene Taylor County Public Health District closed to public

Tele-services and COVID-19 testing still are available by calling 325.676.6634 or 325.692.5600. Read on...
Abilene Taylor County Public Health District reports 3rd COVID-19 related death for Taylor County

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News conference set to discuss COVID-19 testing at AbiMar Foods

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Abilene Taylor County Public Health District reports second COVID-19 related death for Taylor County

The deceased patient was a male in his 70s, with underlying health conditions, who was being cared for at Hendrick Medical Center’s Intensive Care Unit. Read on...
Possible exposure to COVID-19 positive individuals at Southwest Drive Walmart

The Abilene Taylor County Public Health District would like to notify the public of possible exposure to individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 at Abilene’s south side Walmart located at 4350 Southwest Drive. Read on...
Abilene Taylor County Public Health District reports first COVID-19 related death for Taylor County

The deceased patient was a female in her 40s, and a resident of Disability Resources, Inc. (DRI) with underlying medical conditions. Read on...
Abilene Taylor County Public Health District receives four positive COVID-19 test results

These four positive test results brings the total positive test count for Taylor County and Dyess Air Force Base to seven. Read on...
A message from Mayor Anthony Williams

Mayor Anthony Williams shares a message with residents as he plans to take another step to further safeguard the health of our community against COVID-19 Read on...
Abilene Taylor County Public Health District receives second positive COVID-19 test result

This is the second positive test result received by the Health District, and the third total for Taylor County and Dyess AFB Read on...
Details around first confirmed positive case of COVID-19 in Taylor County

An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the first individual to test positive for COVID-19 in Taylor County has revealed the following information... Read on...
Abilene Taylor-County Health District receives first confirmed positive test result for COVID-19

The infected individual was tested Wednesday, March 25, and received notification of their positive test result Thursday, March 26. Read on...
Residents urged to practice social distancing and sanitize at City parks

It's important to know Community Services’ Parks and Recreation crews do not sanitize City park equipment or surfaces. Read on...
Extension of Disaster Declaration Limits Gatherings to 10

Effective immediately after signing on March 23, 2020, Mayor Anthony Williams has directed residents to limit social gatherings to 10 or fewer individuals to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Read on...
Not Feeling Well? Call First!

What to do if you think you may be infected with COVID-19. Read on...
Gatherings Limited, City Closures Announced to Limit Potential for Spread of COVID-19

Abilene Mayor Anthony Williams and City administration has taken these steps to promote social distancing in our community. Read on...
Abilene Street Projects

Learn about Abilene's current Street Projects, from the Bond Program passed in 2015 to the Street Maintenance Fee. Read More
Medical Professionals Encouraged to Join the Greater Abilene Medical Reserve Corps

Volunteering to be a part of the GAMRC may make all the difference in helping Abilene and the Big Country respond to a medical or public health emergency. Read on...
Welcome to the Storybook Capital of America!

Take a look at why Abilene has earned this special designation, and how locals and visitors can experience it for themselves. Read on...

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Best Friends and City of Abilene partner to improve shelter outcomes during director search

Michael Bricker, Director of Operations for Best Friends' Shelter Embed Program will serve as Interim Director of Abilene Animal Services beginning July 1 Read on...
Reopening of Health District and MERCY Clinic set for June 1

The Abilene Taylor County Public Health District is preparing to reopen its 850 North 6th and 1902 Shelton MERCY Health Clinic location on Monday, June 1, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Read on...
UPDATED: Reopening dates for City of Abilene services and facilities

The City of Abilene is working to reopen City facilities and services in accordance with the Governor's Open Texas guidelines. Click here for latest updates as of 5/18/20 on opening information. Read on...