ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Wylie ISD reported record-breaking enrollment numbers at its school board meeting on Monday.

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – We're no stranger to crime news in these parts, and this past news cycle has been no different. Keep reading for a full look at this week’s Big Country Beat.

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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – While tragedy continues to trend in local headlines, city news became a really strong contender in this week's Big Country Beat. Keep reading for a full look at the trending local articles of the week.

Strong winds and hail tore through Santa Anna Wednesday evening leaving much for residents to clean up, this just one day after an intense hail storm hit the small town. While no major damage or injuries have been reported broken trees scatter the streets and yards, and crews work to restore power to homes and businesses some disconnected for over an hour.

Footage of wind and hail storms that hit Santa Anna Tx on May 21st & 22nd, 2024. Taken by resident in the area.

The faces of Freedom: Abilene man mounts 3 year research project to honor local fallen veterans

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - For the second year, Abilene State Park's pool won't be open for the summer season. The state park says it's closed this year to make some necessary repairs, and it should stand strong for the summers to come.

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Abilene Parks & Recreation Board unveiled its concepts for the new Lake Fort Phantom Master Plan on Tuesday. Those plans include excited changes like sports courts, a beach, aqua rentals, and more.

MUNDAY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – For the first time ever, the Munday City Council is comprised entirely of women. While Munday’s mayor and city manager are both men, these five women say they are proud to represent their community, and hope to inspire young girls to one day run for office.

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - In a historic move, Boy Scouts of America is rebranding by changing its name to "Scouting America." This move comes as the program is celebrates five years of allowing girls into the program in an effort to be more inclusive. It was a change that's taught many Abilene girls useful life skills.

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Parents of St. John's Episcopal students met with members of the Abilene Police Department (APD) Monday to discuss a case against a former preschool employee Mark Eichorn, who is accused of possessing graphic media involving children.

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Driving to the southside Chick-fil-A restaurant is mostly met with some dangerous traffic hazards turning into the Drive through. Now, close to two decades after most residents have come to live with the discomfort, the city has been working to resolve the issue, leasing the chain a piece of its land.