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Graduation Gift Ideas in Abilene – Rudy's Top Ten

Rudy Fernandez — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:27:22 +0000

It's the season for graduations and with that comes the frustration of "what to get that special grad on my list." I've compiled a list of graduation gift ideas, both big ticket items (over a couple hundred dollars and up), to small ticket items (under a couple hundred.) Here's What I suggest that will have them hugging and thanking you. Check it out.

"Dittos for Kiddos" Spring Consignment Sale Takes Over the Taylor County Expo Center Round Building February 26-March 2 [UPDATED]

Shay Hill — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 21:00:38 +0000

If you have kids you know how fast they grow out of their clothes. You also know that it’s possible to spend a small fortune on those clothes and toys. Dittos for Kiddos is Abilene’s oldest and largest children’s consignment sale and their is not much you can’t find or afford. Dittos was designed [...]

The Grace Museum in Abilene is Hosting a Valentine Vendor Fair Saturday February 9th

Rudy Fernandez — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 07:42:01 +0000

The 3rd annual 'Valentine Vendor Fair' shopping extravaganza will be held at the Grace Museum this Saturday, February 9th. This is an great time to get those hard to buy for people in your life some unique one-of-a-kind gift items. Artisans from around West Texas will set up shop to vend their arts inside the Grace this Saturday starting at 10 AM. They say that "love is in the air at the Grace." What kinds of goods will you find at this years 'Vendor Fair?'

10 Crazy Kickstarters to Waste Your Money On

Emerald Catron — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:12:25 +0000

Kickstarter is a wonderful, magical place, where you can buy "luxuriously rugged" men's underpants, or help bring chocolate-dipped, pretzel-sprinkled beer-flavored marshmallows into the world. But not all of the projects people are trying to do are so awesome.

Retail Stores We Wished We Had In Abilene – Shay's Top 5

Shay Hill — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 21:00:49 +0000

I know we are supposed to "buy Big Country first" but sometimes there are things you just can't get here. Going to Dallas to shop because of the variety is always fun. So I surveyed my co-workers and together we came up with some businesses we wished we had here in the big country so we wouldn't have to drive 3 hours. See if y

Abilene Facebook Group "Abilenee Swap Meet" Continues to Give CraigsList and Ebay Competition

Dave Wheaton — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:04:38 +0000

My wife Brenda came across a new way to clear out our "yard sale" pile in the garage, and do a little shopping for herself, without leaving the house. Abilenee Swap Meet is the name, but I call it Brenda's new addiction.

Townsquare Media Abilene Presents The Shopping Expo Saturday, December 8th

Shay Hill — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 19:30:32 +0000

Our 4th annual Townsquare Shopping Expo is coming up this weekend. Don’t miss out on a wonderful time to do a little Christmas shopping for friends, family and even yourself. We will have not only great vendors with lots of shopping for you but also a chance to win some great prizes too. Santa will [...]

The 2012 Merry Market Comes to Clyde, Texas on Saturday, December 1st

Rudy Fernandez — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 05:49:29 +0000

The 2012 Clyde America Merry Market is a one-day outdoor Christmas Market in Clyde, Texas. The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 1st. Erica Stallings, the Clyde Chamber of Commerce Executive Director says "almost anything goes if you're a vendor, what we will not allow to be sold at our Merry Market are live animals, tobacco or alcohol." While just about anything else is fine to display and sell Erica said "it's still a Family event."

The American Business Women's Association's 'Christmas in November' Shopping Gala is November 9th – 11th

Shay Hill — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 20:00:51 +0000

As I mentioned the other day it’s time to get that Christmas shopping underway. The local American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) has their 37th annual ‘Christmas in November’ event coming up November 9-11th. This event is free to attend but be sure to take plenty of money because you’ll find something for everyone on [...]

Abilene Retailers Join Fashion's Night Out September 6th [VIDEO]

Shay Hill — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 02:58:38 +0000

Fashion’s Night Out. I keep getting invites to events here in Abilene but I keep seeing it on Facebook, TV, magazines and I’m still confused as to what it really is. My curiosity sent me to the web to find out about this event, that apparently is turning 4 this year. Where have I been the last 3 years?

Would You Buy Wedding Rings From Craiglist? [POLL]

Rudy Fernandez — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 12:07:07 +0000

I just celebrated my 26th wedding anniversary with my wife Donna yesterday, which got me thinking about, how much weddings cost these days. I wonder if I were to get married ‘on the cheap’. Could I really save money by purchasing everything from ‘Craigslist’? At the mere mention of it here at the radio station, the ladies all asked me if I was out of my mind, two told me, “get out of my office! Now.” One asked if I wanted to get hurt and Shay, she just glared at me and then she let loose.

"Her Expo" Comes to Abilene, June 30th

Shay Hill — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 21:53:17 +0000

If there is one thing ladies like to do it’s shop and spend the day thinking about only herself. The “Her Expo” is the perfect place to do that and best of all it’s all in one place. There will be much to see from lots of vendors so check out the details and don’t miss this upcoming event.

Arts & Crafts, Vacation Info, and Recipes – My Pinterest Favorites

Shay Hill — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:38:05 +0000

Pinterest In January of this year I kept hearing about Pinterest but had no idea what it was or how it worked. I had friends that kept sending me invites to join so finally I broke down and joined. Pinterest is a fun online pinboard. There's really not much to it, you surf the site [...]

'Friends of the Abilene Public Library' Book Sale Coming in June

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:48:02 +0000

The 23rd annual ‘Friends of the Abilene Public Library’ book sale at the Abilene Civic Center is scheduled for June 7-10. The sale includes over one hundred thousand books, videos and cassette tapes, DVDs, CDs, records and more. If you’re a member of the ‘Friends of the Library’ you’ll get in first during the ‘Friends [...]

What's Your Favorite Way to Save Money? [POLL]

Dave Wheaton — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:03:03 +0000

I appreciate it when someone approaches me with a pointer that helps save me some cash. I love sharing a money-saving secret whenever I can, too. There’s something about a shared deal that can bring people closer together and form a team mentality. Maybe we can call it a “savings bond”. A year or so [...]

Abilene Facebook Group "Abilenee Swap Meet" Gives CraigsList and Ebay Competition

Dave Wheaton — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:04:38 +0000

My wife Brenda came across a new way to clear out our “yard sale” pile in the garage, and do a little shopping for herself, without leaving the house. Abilenee Swap Meet is the name, but I call it Brenda’s new addiction.

Useful Tips For Yard Sale Season

Dave Wheaton — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:35:35 +0000

Yard sales are an Abilene weekend staple pretty much any time of the year, but April through September is clearly the busy season. So here are some tips and inside pointers to making your yard sale experience work for you. My wife and I are “Yardies” (this is what I call those who have ever [...]

Big 5 Sporting Goods Store is Closing in Abilene and San Angelo

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:40:17 +0000

I couldn’t believe it either, my favorite sporting goods store in Abilene is closing it’s doors for good on May 14th, 2012. Store manager Ralph Zamarippa says “we’ve known for some time that Abilene was one of the stores that’s been on the list of stores closing in the Big 5 chain, but we couldn’t say anything”. The San Angelo store will be closing as well according to a visiting manager from the Lubbock store Roy Rocha.

Baby Expo this Weekend at Primetime

Shay Hill — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:18:49 +0000

If you have a baby, are expecting a baby, know someone with a baby or just like babies this weekends Baby Expo is perfect for you. The event will be at Primetime Entertainment Center this Saturday. This is a wonderful event for first time moms especially because a ton of resources can be found [...]

Study: Buying Life Experiences Makes People Happier

Daryl Nelson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:36:41 +0000

Extroverted people who are open to new experiences are more inclined to spend more of their disposable income on experiences, such as a new restaurant, or a travel expedition, rather than shoes, clothes, or cars, a new study finds. The data San Francisco State University study — led by Assistant Professor of Psychology, Ryan Howell [...]