City of Abilene
Recent News About City of Abilene
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Abilene receives $1.8 million grant to expand job growth in Opportunity Zone
The City of Abilene has secured a $1.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce that will be used to develop high-quality manufacturing jobs in the Five Points Business Park area near a Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Opportunity Zone.
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Abilene budget is expected to cover economic losses due to COVID-19
Members of the Abilene City Council have crafted a budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year they say could likely weather the storm caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Abilene police chief hopes new initiative will build trust, legitimacy with citizens
Abilene’s police chief has started a program he hopes will build trust and legitimacy with residents.
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Abilene tourism takes $11 million hit due to COVID-19 cancellations
Due to travel restrictions and other complications during the COVID-19 pandemic, Abilene's tourism industry has taken a huge financial hit.
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Abilene enters tri-city agreement to secure access to substantial water supply
The Abilene City Council has entered into a deal with San Angelo and Midland to purchase access to a reliable water supply.
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Development Corp. of Abilene offers relief fund for local business
Qualified local companies may be able to benefit from an economic relief fund from the Development Corporation of Abilene to help protect businesses and their employees.
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Abilene City Council approves economic incentives for two industrial expansions
The Abilene City Council recently approved economic incentives under the Development Corp. of Abilene for both Hartmann’s Inc. and AbiMar Foods.
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Abilene won't release tracing information on COVID-19 patients
ABILENE – The City of Abilene will not release tracing information involving COVID-19 to the public.
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Abilene video production company helps businesses issue updates during pandemic
ABILENE – A digital video company has created a service to help small businesses keep their customers informed about changes resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.