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REPAIR & STRAIGHTEN CRACKED WHEELS

Blue J Landscape & Tree Service

• Alloy • Magnesium • Aluminum • Steel $75 special

Victor Hernandez 325-518-8031 Abilene Young Professionals

Proud Partner of Abilene Chamber of Commerce

• Clinical Coder - Clinic (FT) • Radiology/CT Technologist (FT/PT) • Lab Medical Technologist (FT) • Occupational Therapist (FT) • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (FT/PT/PRN) • Physical Therapist (FT/PT/PRN) • Physical Therapist Assistant (FT/PT/PRN) • Registered Nurse - Day/Night (FT/PT/PRN) • Certified Nursing Assistant - Day/Night (FT/PT/PRN) • Administrative Assistant (FT) • Registration Clerk - Hospital (FT) • Patient Financial Svs Representative - Hospital (FT) • Human Resources Clerk (FT)

2002 FORD PICKUP ($4,000) – 2000 Dodge Van ($3,500) – 2br House to be moved. Couch, Full Bed, Table & Chairs, Dresser, Patio Heaters, 4 – 17” Tires, Travel Trailer – Cal 325-338-3591

2000 SQ. FT. BUILDING. Good for 2nd income or retired couple. Negotiable. 325-277-7370

5FT. SHREDDER $300. Call/Text 325-665-5670 Abilene FIVE YEAR OLD Akaushi Bull Hiromitsu and Heartbrand bloodlines. Call: 325-365-1292

PONTIAC PERFORMER intake $150. Pontiac Rallye II 15x7 $150. 4- 14x7 Buick Sport wheels $150. No text. Call 682-465-9644

STOCK PANELS

& Gates. Cheap! 325660-2574 2000 FORD F150, 2dr. 2005 Escalade, 4dr. 1978 Chevy Bonanza truck, as is. Title. 325-260-8507 4 BEDROOM HOME 2 Full Bath, Brick. Over 2000 sq. ft, Top Condition, HS Warranty, High Ground. San Angelo Area. 325-315-3139

8 FT, 2 3/8 POST, Good Condition $17.00 each. 325-338-0185

DOVE HUNT. Lots of birds, mostly white wings $75 day. $50 ½ day. Five minutes West Abilene. 325-280-7278

$50 REWARD

2010 DODGE DUALLY crew cab 3500, flatbed, standard transmission 6 speed. 360k miles. $25,000. Call/ Text 325-716-8459 MUSIC LESSONS for all ages! Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano, Flute, Guitar, Ukulele. Contact Amanda Mylcraine at 325-627-5737

for safe return of huge neutered black and white male tabby named Oliver. He is shy, so if spotted please keep calling his name. Please call 325-428-7674. Thank you very much.

Get Your Kicks in 2026 Thursday Night

Dances

August 6th Exit 277 August 13th Swing Machine August 20th Adam Texas Trio August 27th Muddy Creek DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 PM

Saturday September 12th

Dear Parade Participant: Parade Entry Applications are now available! THE WEST TEXAS FAIR & RODEO PARADE will be on

September 12, 2026 beginning at 10:30am in Downtown Abilene! Our theme for this year is “Get Your Kicks in 2026” We hope you will join us. You may get an entry form at:

https://www.westtexasfairrodeo.com/p/getconnected/parade

Rose Park Senior Center BALLROOM $

- 2625 South 7th St -

5 per person 7:00 - 9:00 PM More Info: (325) 734-5300

Once on our homepage, please click on Events and scroll down and find Parade. Then click on https://cdn.saffire.com/files.ashx?t=fg&rid=WesternTXFair &f=2023_ENTRY_FORM__WAIVER.pdf to enter online your Parade Entry Application and Waiver forms, or use the printable entry and release to complete and return to the Parade Committee by 5:00 p.m. on August 28, 2026

Awards for Decorated Floats

Awards for Riding Clubs and Wagons

1st Place: Sweepstakes $150 All Entries 1st Place: $60 2nd Place: Theme $100 13 ft. tall 2nd Place: $40 3rd Place: Originality $50 or under 3rd Place: $20

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SONNY JONES WELDING 1902 N Treadaway • 325-672-1731

7 ANTI RUST WROUGHT IRON panels 8’x4’ with gate & post $400. 325-232-1029

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CEMETERY PLOTS S E R E N I T Y BENCH section Elmwood Memorial Park. Typical 4 spaces, private estate, lot 25 #1, #2, #3, & #4 with granite bench. $15,000. 325-793-1202 TWO SPACES IN ELMWOOD Memorial Park in The Garden of Ten Commandments, $2500 each. Call 325 7931202

ELMWOOD MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY – Mausoleum Garden. 3 plots, side by side. $5300 for all 3 – no transfer fee. $1900 ea, buyer pays transfer free. Call 817528-3272

ELMWOOD CEMETERY

Memorial Lawn, Block J, Lot 49, Space 1 • ($500) Call 620-363-6260

CRYPT FPALABRA MIEL SANTIAGO ATITLÁN $16,500. Call or Text 254265-0977

2 CEMETERY PLOTS Elmwood Memorial Garden of Faith. $2500 each.

JEWELRY & CLOTHING CUSTOM JEWELRY! Use your old, heirlooms and make them new again! call 325-513-2743. Big Country Gold. 4541 Catclaw Drive.

LAWN/GARDEN SERVICES AFFORDABLE MOWING & WEED EATING, Clean up & Hauling. Storage Buildings, Garages & Tree limbs. Also do Empty Lots. Free Estimates. 325-238-1614

CLEAN UP LOTS & Haul off, etc. Also Cement work. Call 325-675-0989, 325-721-2750 LOST AND FOUND

$50 REWARD for safe return of huge neutered black and white male tabby named Oliver. He is shy, so if spotted please keep calling his name. Please call 325-428-7674. Thank you very much.

MEDICAL & HEALTH

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325-660-2574

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

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MUSIC LESSONS

FRONTIER

FLEA MARKET 781 Walnut, Abilene Treasures for All Ages Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm

325-672-2119

for all ages! Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano, Flute, Guitar, Ukulele. Contact Amanda Mylcraine at 325-627-5737

GARAGE SALES

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3218 Chimney Cir Friday 8:00AM

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PETS PITOODLE PUPPIES – Born 7/5/26. $40 Rehoming Fee! Call Steven. 325-665-5007. FREE TO GOOD HOME – Male yellow British Labrador Retriever King. Friendly, would make great family dog. If interested, please call 325-2803174. REHOMING FEE $50. 8-year-old male & 7-year-old female Boston terriers. 325514-0761

SHIH-TZU CAVALIER cross puppies. Shots & wormed. Beautiful. 325-3653192 BOSTON TERRIER PUPPIES for sale. B/W 12 weeks old. Ready for family. Shots/wormed. In the heart of Texas. 325792-7022 Call, text or leave message. JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES from registered working stock. Nice colors. 405-420-2889

POMERANIAN PUPPIES AKC. $400, All shots, males, and females. 325-200-6036 STANDARD SIZE CHIHUAHUAS, 1 male black with Brindle face & mask. 1 female tan with white patch on ear. 325-800-8484, 325998-7825, 325-430-2755

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3450 South Clack St. • Abilene, TX 325-695-7700

SELL YOUR BOATS, TRUCKS, FARMING EQUIPMENT, RV’S, GUNS & MORE!

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Now Hiring: Direct Support Professional III Location: ABILENE, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. $

3,649.83 - $4,594.50 Monthly

✔ Generous Time Off Benefits ✔ 100% Paid Health Insurance ✔ Pension Plan Benefit ✔ Full-time hours ✔ Opportunities for Career Advancement Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage. We truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

Abilene State Supported Living Center 2501 Maple • Abilene, TX 79602

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We Support Abilene High Football!!

HELP WANTED - Semi-Retired carpenter by trade for small jobs on my farm. Leave message. Will call back. 325-603-0365.

NEED 2 HELPERS to assist in the Construction of Fences & Welding. Must have own transportation. Call 325-665-6961, 325690-9318 FAITHWORKS IS DIFFERENT from other job training programs. As a participant in the program you will receive career guidance, job seeking skills. Call today 325-437-2272 w w w. f a i t h w o r k s o fabilene.com

NOW HIRING PARTS/ SERVICE WRITER – Apply in person – Qualifications: Service Writer, Parts Counter or Mechanical Industry Experience, Sales Experience Preferred, Strong Computer & Data Entry Skills, 2565 S. Danville Dr HIRING HVAC INSTALLERS to join the W4 Heating & Cooling Team – If your EPA Certified and know our way around installs, we want to hear from you! Call Daniel to apply at 325-762-6061

NOW HIRING LOCKSMITH automotive, residential & commercial. Key cutting programming. For serious applicants desiring a long-term career. No experience needed. 325-721-7253 S M O K E H O U S E ABILENE inside The Double Tree Hotel is hiring BARTENDER / FOOD SERVER. Tons of benefits!!! Apply today at jobs.hilton.com/abilene

NOW HIRING!

Retired person for commission sales. Metal, wood buildings & carports. Call for information and interview. Building Masters 325-721-7253

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3450 South Clack St. • Abilene, TX 325-695-7700 WYLIE ISD NOW HIRING bus drivers. Must have CDL with a P and S endorsement $23.75 per hour pay DOE. 325-665-7375 WE ARE HIRING FULLTIME CDL Driver at Blake Fulenwider – Clean driving record – Apply today 110 N. Access Rd. IH-20, Clyde TX

HIRING FENCE Crew Leaders – Join Our Team! Competitive Pay & Growth opportunities! Apply in person at 1225 Ben Richey Drive NOW HIRING Roll-Off Drivers! Competitive Pay, Health Insurance, Dental, Paid vacation and more! Apply at CountyWasteService.com

WE ARE HIRING! We need you! Student nutrition department specialist starting pay $12.35 with experience it will add more pay. Join our team by completing our application on www. abileneisd.org APPLY TODAY – EXPERIENCED DIESEL Mechanics, 3001 E US Hwy 80 – Abilene, TX

NOW HIRING

experienced laundry person. Front desk clerk, all shifts. Apply in person Whitten Inn, 3450 S. Clack, Abilene.

Journeyman or Tradesman Plumber - Commercial, Residential or New Construction • Pay based on experience. For more info, please call 325-

LOOKING FOR MORE THAN JUST A JOB? We’re hiring! Accurate Air Solutions is building at team of skilled pros who take pride in their work, plus having fun doing it! Great people and a great culture, plus opportunity! Sounds like you? Call or text 325-672-2966

LOOKING FOR BELLY DUMP DRIVER in Abilene Texas. Steady work, good pay and solid equipment. Truck will be available in 2 weeks. For more info, please call 830299-2335 between 8-5pm. Monday through Friday.

WE ARE HIRING

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HELP NEEDED - Join our team as a full-time lawn maintenance crew member. We will train if necessary. Contact Chase Davis at 325-660-4100. Pay based on experience. (posted 4/1/25)

NOW HIRING

I NEED EXPERIENCED metal building laborers. Must have transportation to the shop. Call or Text 325665-5429. Start Immediately!

HIRING: READY-MIX TRUCK DRIVERS! Are you an experienced and reliable ready-mix truck driver looking for a new opportunity? We are seeking skilled individuals to join our team.Must be able to get on Dyess. https://www.abilenereadymix.com/employment • Reach out to Brody Carpenter (325) 660-5243

FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE? Apply now - expresspros.com/abilenetx (or) call 325-704-3455 (posted 4/1/25)

No experience necessary. 2 labor positions, construction.

325-725-2905

BALLINGER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT

NOW HIRING ASSISTANT– FT, PT, PRN,PHYSICAL THERAPIST – FT, PT, PRN, PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT – FT, PT, PRN, RN –-DAY/NIGHT TONS OF POSITIONS!

Ballinger Hospital offers a full complement of benefits. For more info www. ballingerhospital.org

325-365-4952

WE ARE HIRING /CenturConstruction • Steel Workers + New Construction / Remodel Helpers, 40 Hours per week, Pay dependent on experience, CALL 325-2699979

HOUSE LEVELERS

NEEDED.

Call 325-208-6072 DQ HIRING All Positions, including Management. Full and Part-time/ day-and-night. Apply at www.richesondq.com

PART TIME CLEANING at Medical Facility in Abilene. Days 12pm – 3pm. $12 per hour. 325-217-6806

WE ARE HIRING

Pet Suite Attendant $12.50 per hr - must be 17 years or older. Apply on indeed (Pet Suite Attendant) Suite Life Pet Resort & Spa

325 GUYS Construction Now Hiring! Painter/ Drywall Mudder – 40hr week / $18hr-paid lunches provided! Call or Text 325-777-GUYS

VFW POST 6873 is hiring Food & Beverage Staff. Bartender / Cook - Contact the Manager; Linda at 692-0222.

TOOLS ALL YOU NEED to lay Carpet TOOLS. Call Charlie 325-794-7022

WANT TO BUY FREON WANTED Certified Buyer looking for R12, R22 & more. Call Peter 312-500-4275

FAST $$

for your toys, cards, comics and games. Ricks Collectibles. 325-695-3700

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CALL 325-673-4521

TEXAS WIDE ROOFING SYSTEMS All types of Roofs. Metal High Impact Class 4 - 25, 30, 40 & 50 year Shingles. Hot Tar Modified Roll Roofing, Gravel Roofs, TPO, Roof coating & Metal Carports. Radius of 200 miles. Email: Texaswideroofingsystems@hotmail.com

325-676-0818

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Homes Starting at 500 $

*WE PAY YOUR UTILITIES ON SOME.

Close to DYESS AFB

• Stove, Fridge, W/D Connections • Fenced Yards • Pets Welcome *Some restrictions and conditions apply

Continental Villa Meadow Ridge Estates Whispering Oaks Call for Availability

325-692-5006 MISCELLANEOUS ALL YOU NEED to lay Carpet TOOLS. Call Charlie 325-794-7022

GOT SCRAP METAL? We’ll haul it away! – You CALL; we HAUL! Insured & bonded / Fast Friendly Service 325-232-3918

7 ANTI RUST WROUGHT IRON panels 8’x4’ with gate & post $400. 325-232-1029

SONNY JONES Welding. Repair & straighten cracked wheels. Alloy, Aluminum, Magnesium, Steel.Rims $45 or less Mention the ad and get $10 off repairs. 1902 N Treadaway. 325.672.1731

APPLE WATCH ACTING UP? Or maybe your tablet or phone can’t keep a charge? WE CAN HELP! – Voted #1 in Abilene & Taylor County – iPhone Medix at 3206 S. 27th Street (325) 864-2500

DO YOU WANT A BETTER LIFE for you and your family? Call FaithWorks of Abilene. Classes start soon. 325-437-2272 www.faithworksofabilene.org

HOUSE LEVELERS Needed. Call 325-2086072 CUSTOM BUILT Shops! If you can dream it, we can build it! We are trusted Texas builder! Call us for a free quote at 325-2699979 ECONOLODGE INN & SUITES, 7 nights. Free Wi-fi truck parking. Pet friendly. Some rooms have refrigerators. 325-677-8100

REGISTERED HOME DAYCARE

Licensed for 22 years. Spot available. CPR/ First Aid. State Food Program provided.

325-280-4501

FAST $$ for your

toys, cards, comics and games. Ricks Collectibles. 325695-3700

A PA RT M E N T S FOR RENT! - starting at $500, Continental Villa Meadow Ridge Estates and Whispering Oaks -1 2 & 3 BR homes various sizes and prices, and Call for availability - 325-692-5006

FREON WANTED: Certified buyer looking for R12, R22 and more! Call Peter at 312-5004275

STRUCTURAL PIPE FOR SALE

AMAZING GRACE REMODELING No Job Too Small. Specializing In Exterior Painting, Flooring, Carpet, Tile, Wood, Vinyl, Painting, Drywall, Texture, Plumbing etc... Free Estimates!!! Call Charlie

TRENCHLESS PIPELINING & TRADITIONAL REPIPING ALL STAR PLUMBING of Abilene strives to give our customers the best possible service! Family owned and operated. Give us a CALL TODAY at (325) 665-3251

REGISTERED HOME DAYCARE, licensed for 22 years. Spot available. CPR/ First Aid. State Food Program provided.

325-794-7022 THE LORD Bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

AFFORDABLE MOWING & WEED EATING, Clean up & Hauling. Storage Buildings, Garages & Tree limbs. Free Estimates. 325-238-1614 ALDERSGATE ABILENE METHODIST CHURCH in Partnership with The Food Bank of West Central Texas. FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION! 2ND Thursday of every month, 9:00am – 10:30am. 1741 SAYLES BLVD. Abilene.

TAKE A FEW MOMENTS during the day and speak to our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Seek the help you may need! We have Prayers that you can use. Or use your own words of Prayer. Visit: http:// prayerscircle.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS COZY FRAME CONSTRUCTION. All your household needs. Free estimates. Bonded since 1983. Mike 325386-7122, Free standing Fireplaces SQUEAKY CLEAN home cleaning services. I clean homes in all 325 area codes. Call or text 325-386-4259

325-280-4501 APARTMENTS FOR RENT APARTMENTS FOR RENT! - starting at $500, Continental Villa Meadow Ridge Estates and Whispering Oaks -1 2 & 3 BR homes various sizes and prices, and Call for availability - 325-692-5006

APTS/HOMES FURNISHED

THE VILLAGE 25 Application Fee

2 & 3 Bedroom Homes CH/CA, Stove, Refrigerator, Washer/ Dryer hook ups, Fenced Yard. Most pets welcome.

325-691-0795

HAULING TRASH

TAPE & TEXTURE Call El ‘Jefe’ (Jaime S. Rodriguez) 432-352-7558

HOUSE LEVELERS

CLEAN UP LOTS

Call 325-208-6072

ECONOLODGE INN & SUITES, 7 nights. Free Wi-fi truck parking. Pet friendly. Some rooms have refrigerators. 325677-8100

BLUE J

Trimming, Removal, Stump Grinding, Planting. Insured. FREE Estimates. 21 years experience. Victor Hernandez 325-518-8031

2014 BUICK ENCLAVE – 79,000 miles, 6 cyl, Michelin tires, leather, (1) Owner, Extra Clean! - $14,000 OBO Call or Text 325-665-1084

NEED MOVERS.

HEAVY DUTY Industrial Starters.. 1295 South Danville, Abilene, Texas. w w w. o n l i n e - a s e . c o m 325-695-2132

HAULING TRASH Brush & Junk

FARM FRESH PASTURE raised Eggs $5.00 a dozen. Call 361-816-8176. Can pick up in Eastland, Tx. FIRST FRIDAY VENDOR MARKET, 4353 S. Treadaway Blvd. 6p-9p for a night filled with great wine, live music delicious food and local shopping! Happy Hour from 5-7pm get 20% off bottle sales!

JOB SEEKING SKILLS. By the time

you graduate, you will be equipped for gainful and long-term employment. FaithWorks will teach you how to network, create a resume and interview successfully. Classes start soon. 325-437-2722 www.faithworksofabilene.org

Moving company hiring! $14.00 per hour with driver license. $13 per hour without drivers license. We start at 7:30 am. 325-518-2261

Cleaning Garages Mowing & Demolition. You Have it, We will haul it.

Free Estimates Structural Pipe for Sale 2 2/38 & 2 7/8

325-260-6060 CLEAN SEASONED FIREWOOD - Mesquite, Oak, Pecan & Pinon (325) 762-4262 2002 FORD PICKUP ($4,000) – 2000 Dodge Van ($3,500) – 2br House to be moved. Couch, Full Bed, Table & Chairs, Dresser, Patio Heaters, 4 – 17” Tires, Travel Trailer – Call 325-338-3591 “TURN FROM EVIL AND

DO GOOD; SEEK PEACE AND PURSUE IT.” – PSALM 34:14

Call 325-675-0989, 325-721-2750

SALOMON ROCHA CONCRETE WORK

Driveways, Sidewalks, Storm Cellars Cinderblock Fences.

Call

325-236-2543 325-660-4146

325-794-7022 ABILENE MASONRY CALL US for a FREE QUOTE on any masonry/construction needs. 325-627-4037

ANDY’S ROOFING Reasonable Prices, Best Quality in Town! Repairs, Re-Decking, Add-ons, Metal Roof, Windows, Siding Remodeling. Bonded & Insured.

325-669-4277 325-672-1208

FOR SALE BY OWNER 3 bedroom, 1 bath. 1414 Sq. Ft. detached garage, corner lot. $165,000 obo. 432-880-9116

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE/RENT COUNTRY LIVING CLYDE, TEXAS 2 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home $650/ month $600 deposit. Utilities extra. 718690-5385.

THE LORD Bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

MANUFACTURED HOUSING FOR RENT

ACRES EN PAGOS, FINANCIAMIENTO DIRECTO CON EL DUENO. LLAME PARA MAS INFORMACION 214-272-2501 (SWEETWATER, TX) HEAVILY WOODED 5 acres with great build site. Square shaped lot. Close to Austin & Fort Worth. Price to sell – way below area comps. Call or Text me at 512-588-0871 (Bobby) 2002 FORD PICKUP ($4,000) – 2000 Dodge Van ($3,500) – 2br House to be moved. Couch, Full Bed, Table & Chairs, Dresser, Patio Heaters, 4 – 17” Tires, Travel Trailer – Cal 325-338-3591 NEED PAPERS FOR YOUR PETS, Birdcages, Arts & Crafts? We Sell Papers by the Bundle $5.00 each. Call 325-673-4521 or Come by 3900 N. 1st , Suite 2. Abilene.

APARTMENTS

FOR RENT!

starting at $500, Continental Villa Meadow Ridge Estates and Whispering Oaks -1 2 & 3 BR homes various sizes and prices, and Call for availability - 325692-5006

4 BEDROOM HOME 2 Full Bath, Brick. Over 2000 sq. ft, Top Condition, HS Warranty, High Ground. San Angelo Area. 325-315-3139 THE LORD Bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

NEEDED.

ROOMS FOR RENT LOOKING FOR ROOMMATE, women only, no pets, nonsmoker, non-drinker. Text 325-669-4344 for more details.

RETIREE LOOKING FOR A CLEAN ROOM to rent. No bugs, no drugs, no alcohol, no cigarettes. Can afford $500-$550 per month. Prefer a Christian home. Text 325-338-2234.

Creed Johnson

No Job Too Small. Specializing In Exterior Painting, Flooring, Carpet, Tile, Wood, Vinyl, Painting, Drywall, Texture, Plumbing etc... Free Estimates!!! Call Charlie

(832) 341-4494

2000 SQ. FT. BUILDING. Good for 2nd income or retired couple. Negotiable. 325-277-7370

OWNER MUST SELL! SE VENDE 3.04

WE PAY cash for gold, silver, diamondscoins! Also purchasing unwanted gift cards! See our ad on the Front Page or call 325-513-2743

325-721-8095 AMAZING GRACE REMODELING

Message Janae at STRADA TEXAS

FOR SALE IN FISHER COUNTY - McCaulley, TX. Corner of 180 & 283. 5.9 acres. Asking $60,000 for info. Call 432-967-3710.

HOUSES FOR RENT

PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANING

LANDSCAPE & TREE SERVICE

Beautiful 1898 sq ft 3 bd, 2.5 bath home for $349,900 on The Falls golf course, about 95 miles east of Austin. • Golf course views • Beautifully maintained • Gated community • Move-in ready

FOR SALE OR LEASE, possible owner finance. 1909 Butternut. Currently a used car lot. Could have other possibilities. Call 325-677-9902 or 325-829-5923.

325-260-6060

JOB SEEKING SKILLS. By the time

& Haul off, etc. Also Cement work.

ESCAPE TO THE FALLS RESORT LIVING!

LOTS/LAND/ ACREAGE FOR SALE

Free Estimates

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SELL YOUR BOATS, TRUCKS, FARMING EQUIPMENT, RV’S, GUNS & MORE!

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that Turnkey Storage - Abilene North located at 4220 N. 1st St. Abilene, TX intends to sell the personal property described below to satisfy a landlord’s lien imposed on said property. The property will be sold at public sale by competitive bidding through the online auction services of www.bid13.com (preview now) ending on September 10, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Contents of units are generally described as household goods unless otherwise indicated. Brittany N. Smith, Bryant Taylor, Jeri Loney, Travis A. Libby, Karen B. Hanzlik, Billie R. Bell, Rickie Buller, Rena M. Perez, Kevin M. Hnatiuk, Ernesto Vargas, Lloyd Hucks, Brent A. Hernandez, Grace-Anne M. Stimmler.

Purchases are subject to terms provided online.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TurnKey Storage - Abilene East, located at 1315 Claudie C. Royals Dr. Abilene, TX intends to sell the personal property described below to satisfy a landlord’s lien imposed on said property. The property will be sold at public sale by competitive bidding through the online auction services of www.bid13.com (preview now) ending on _Thursday 09/10/2026_ at 12:00 p.m. Contents of units are generally described as household goods unless otherwise indicated. Jamaul Scarbrough, Michael Collins, Bradley Watkins. Purchases are subject to terms provided online.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that TurnKey Storage - Abilene South located at 2001 S. 41st St. Abilene, TX intends to sell the personal property described below to satisfy a landlord’s lien imposed on said property. The property will be sold at public sale by competitive bidding through the online auction services of www.bid13.com (preview now) ending on September 10, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Contents of units are generally described as household goods unless otherwise indicated. Kerrie L. Helmuth Leslie L. Faamausili Kimberly C. Clark Purchases are subject to terms provided online.

NOTICE OF SALE Under the provisions of Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code (Chapter 576 Acts of the 68th Legislature Regular Session 1983), U-STOR ABILENE, 3545 N. Sixth St, Abilene, Texas 79603, will hold a public sale of delinquent units in order to satisfy a landlord’s lien. Bids will be accepted at www.Bid13.com to begin on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 6:30 PM and will be sold Monday, August 31st, 2026 at 1:30 PM to the highest bidder for CASH. Units to be sold are: #D12 Jason Sanchez – TV stand, 2 bikes, wheelchair, boxes. 3G17 Felix Ortiz – gaming machines, metal boxes, steel safe, toolbox, boxes. #I2 Jovintino (Joe) Garica – compressor, fishing poles, shelving, bed frame. #K10 Erica Carmona – microwave, stereo, TV, jumper box, lawnmower. #N12 Lydie Mutanda – fridge, TV, misc. goods. #T3 Claudio Soriano – dresser with mirror, couch, golf clubs, bed, bow case.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine Only Package Store Permit by Little Abilene 5 LLC dba Little Abilene, to be located at 1201 N Mockingbird Ln, Abilene, Taylor County, TX 79603. Managing Member of said company is Alikhan A Sachedina.

PUBLISHED NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of BILLY J. RICHARDS, Deceased, were issued on the 27th day of July, 2026, in Probate Cause No. 32788, pending in the County Court of Taylor County, Texas, to JAMES RICHARDS, Independent Executor. The address of record for JAMES RICHARDS is: c/o Chase & Walls, PLLC 1181 Lytle Way, Suite A Abilene, Texas 79602 All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present their claims within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. DATED on the 13th day of August, 2026. Respectfully Submitted, CHASE & WALLS, PLLC /s/ Sam J. Chase SAM J. CHASE SBN. 04149500 1181 Lytle Way, Suite A Abilene, Texas 79602 Telephone: (325) 673-3745 Facsimile: (325) 676-1408 Email: sam@chasewallslaw.com ATTORNEY FOR IND. EXECUTOR

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PUBLISHED NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of SYLVIA A. BEAL, Deceased, were issued on the 27th day of July, 2026, in Probate Cause No. 32789, pending in the County Court of Taylor County, Texas, to TERRY M. BEAL, Independent Executor. The address of record for TERRY M. BEAL is: c/o Chase & Walls, PLLC 1181 Lytle Way, Suite A Abilene, Texas 79602 All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present their claims within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. DATED on the 13th day of August, 2026. Respectfully Submitted, CHASE & WALLS, PLLC /s/ Sam J. Chase SAM J. CHASE SBN. 04149500 1181 Lytle Way, Suite A Abilene, Texas 79602 Telephone: (325) 673-3745 Facsimile: (325) 676-1408 Email: sam@chasewallslaw.com ATTORNEY FOR IND. EXECUTOR

LAND FOR SALE – HAWLEY, TX (JONES COUNTY) 0.70 acre parcel located at SW corner of County Rd 408 & FM 2404. Jones CAD Account #111907-0000, 2026 Jones CAD Noticed Value: $14,000. Terms of Sale: Seller will convey whatever right, title, and interest the Seller may own in the property for a total purchase price of $50.00 (fifty dollars) cash. Title will be conveyed by Quitclaim Deed, which will be executed immediately upon receipt of payment.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Adolfo M. Ortiz, Deceased, were issued on August 11, 2026, in Cause No. 32802, in the County Court, Taylor County, Texas, to: Mauro Omar Fermin Ortiz, Independent Executor. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Mauro Omar Fermin Ortiz c/o S. Clinton Nix P.O. Box 59 Abilene, Texas 79604 DATED August 17, 2026.

Clinton Nix

S. Clinton Nix Attorney for Mauro Omar Fermin Ortiz State Bar No. 15043300 nix@bradburylawfirm.com

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Russell Andrew Burrow, Jr. were issued on May 19, 2025, in Cause No. 32307, pending in the County Court of Taylor County, Texas, to Robin Lynette Hicks. All persons having claims against the estate, which is presently being administered, are required to submit them, within the time and manner prescribed by law, and before the estate is closed, addressed as follows: c/o Robin Lynette Hicks 651 Greenside Baird, Texas 79504 DATED August 6, 2026 /s/ Victoria L. Carter Victoria L. Carter Attorney for Executor of the Estate of Russell Andrew Burrow, Jr.

Important Disclosures: Property is being sold “As Is.” Seller makes no representations or warranties regarding title, access or boundaries. Buyer is solely responsible for conducting all desired due diligence prior to purchase. A Quitclaim Deed conveys only the Seller’s interest, if any, and does not guarantee clear title. Owner Info: Current recorded deed records and Jones CAD property records reflect the same owner since May 2021. Serious inquiries only to: Terrell Rainbolt Phone: 713-858-0289 Email: terrellrainbolt@gmail.com

** DOWNSIZING AUCTION **

Saturday, August 22nd, 10:00am 1219 Parker St., Goldthwaite, Tx. 76844 Rain or Shine • Tnkauctionservice.com for pictures!!!!! Items in this auction include, but are not limited to:

*cabinet w/shelves*wall table*metal wall hangings*wall hanging decor*pictures & prints*Benhamin Trail NP XL*European mounts*tv stand/electric fireplace*wing back chair*small chest freezer*rustic large dresser*Magic Chef apartment refrigerator*laundry room rolling clothes rack*queen size head/foot board*Nordic Track elliptical machine*oversized chair w/ottoman*bookcases*folding tables*tv dinner trays*rustic wooden wall table*sofa table*end tables*wagon wheel bench*Shark vacuum*coffee table*rustic outdoor chairs*Coca Cola décor*taxidermy glass coffee/display table*Nordic Track recumbent bike*Nordic Track treadmill*8 ft Cosco folding tables*step ladders*vintage wooden rocking chair*metal art Roadrunner & armadillo*Texas Star wooden outdoor chains*large barnwood tv stand*camo outdoor folding tables*Texas cornhole set*hunting stools*folding lawn chairs*anti-gravity lounger*electric heater*Gorilla cart*black out chain *rechargeable spot light*6 person tent*burger press*electric knife*Coleman lanterns*oil lamps*food plot broadcast spreader*deer feeders*pop up deer blinds*tool storage bins*extension cords*Vector power invertor*APC battery charger*small ice chest*speaker stands*CD boom box*wrenches & sockets*misc hand tools*cordless drills*bow targets*Schwinn Quad steer wagon*dumb bells*meat mixer*bucket heads*fish aquariums*bit sets*30 gal trash can*Ring Toss game*backyard games*door gym*light up bean bag toss*steel targets*soft side coolers*Vizio sound bar & speakers*mini jump starter*rain gauges*high roll glasses*domino sets*alarm clocks*flash lights*weather radios*Daisy Red Ryder*lamp w/quail display*sporting camera mounts*sprinklers*Bissell Power Force vacuum*Hoover vacuum*Rigid shop vac*Coleman sleeping bag*Yeti Hooper*Yeti large ice chest*camp grills*weather stations*ear muffs*Dust Busters*Black & Decker Flax vac*Ariat backpack*adjustable weight bench*Christmas lights*Christmas lamp post*Christmas flocked urn tree*7.5’ Christmas tree*game cams*Red Head tri pod stools*inflatable boat 4 person*30 qt cooking basket*binoculars*minnow trap*3 drawer filing cabinet*all weather door mats*egg cookers*acoustic guitar*Rodeo King Silver belly*Rodeo King black hat*printers*Ion game day party*Christmas décor*Frigidaire table top ice maker*George Foreman grill*roasting pans*fish cookers*30 gal stock pot*pots & pans*Black & Decker convention oven*Pyrex bake & prep set*puzzles*32 gal stock pot*Bradley digital smoker*rib racks*17” Blackstone grill*Master Built electric fryer*Hamilton Beach 22 qt roaster*food savers*20” electric griddle*French fry cutter*digital steamer*Presto dual basket fryer*Magic Bullet*meat slicer*Insta pots*ice cream maker*Power XL smokeless grill*fry daddy’s*electric skillet*Hamilton Beach food processor*Can Cooker*Rotisserie cooker*18 qt roaster oven*sausage stuffer*Keurig’s*Kitchen Aid Chefs chopper*Kitchen Aid mixers*Kitchen Aid casserole pot*food processor*sandwich maker*Panini grill*wall hangings*box fans*jerky maker*Processing kit*dry erase boards*travel hammocks*loads of kids games*books*life jacket*Pickleball set* Rapid Roper*fitness mats*wooden cutting boar*Cosco kids activity tables*cook books*hedge cutters*tri pods*guitar stands*hammock chair*horse shoe game*river float*queen blowup mattress*2 person inflatable kayak*1 person inflatable kayak*2 person river raft*truck bed pool*Lasko fans*Frigidaire Galary full size refrigerator*Elvis head*Elvis wall hanging*Elvis toy 18 wheeler in box*hammered Cooper skillets*foam playmats*step stools*20V project kit*cordless blowers*Echo leaf blower*hedge cutters*AB Firm machine*Flex Core machine*game cam post holder*Hamilton Beach microwave*stop light*shooting targets*football*exercise equipment*Rigid shop vac*Arcade I UP Galaga machine*pantry doors*full & queen air mattress*folding chairs*hammock w/stand*fishing pools*portable air conditioner*console cabinet*wind chimes*electric pressure washer*Telescope*2 Hinsense 7 cu ft chest freezer*Artic King 5 cu ft chest freezer*Pit Boss digital electric smoker*ice chest*garden cart*Genisis mountain bike*cow hide rugs*PSA compound bows*Boar compound bow*Mission compound bow*Elk mount*wildlife mounts*antique wall phone*10 ft Lifetime kayak*tie wire*outdoor planters*fire pits*wheel barrows*garden hoses*roping head*deer feeder barrels*2 ton jacks*6 ft ladder*misc garden tools*BBQ pit*Sthil chain saw*Bubba electric fillet knife*raised garden beds*Camp Chef double burner*Toro push mower*packaged firewood*plant hangers*Worlds greatest ladder and Much More!!!!!

BOX LOTS !!!!!!!!! Much more not listed!!!!!

All items are sold “as is” without guaranty or warranty. Cash or check (with proper ID). NO out of state checks accepted. No buyers premium.

TNK Auction Service Kevin Barclift (Auctioneer) TX Lic# 17348 325-372-7333 Email: tnkauctionservice@yahoo.com Web: www.tnkauctionservice.com

NOTICE FOR PROPOSALS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF ABILENE WILL RECEIVE SEALED, WRITTEN PROPOSALS IN THE OFFICE OF THE PURCHASING ADMINISTRATOR, CITY HALL, 555 WALNUT STREET, ROOM 201-A, ABILENE, TEXAS 79601 UNTIL 2:00 P.M. ON THE 8TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER A.D., 2026 FOR: 1. AIRPORT TERMINAL PARKING FACILITIES – RFP #CB-2649 A PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 20, 2026 AT 3:30 P.M. IN THE LOWER LEVEL CONFERENCE ROOM OF THE AIRPORT TERMINAL, 2933 AIRPORT BLVD., SUITE 200, ABILENE, TX. DOCUMENTS MAY BE OBTAINED ELECTRONICALLY VIA THE CITY OF ABILENE WEBSITE AT WWW.ABILENETX.GOV. ALL PROPOSALS MUST SUBSTANTIALLY COMPLY WITH SPECIFICATIONS. FOR PROPOSAL INFORMATION, CONTACTPURCHASING@ABILENETX. GOV OR (325) 676-6226. THE CITY OF ABILENE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL PROPOSALS AND TO AWARD THE PROPOSAL CONSIDERED MOST ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE CITY OF ABILENE. MELISSA GORMAN PURCHASING ADMINISTRATOR

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Andrea White Root were issued on the 7/30/2026, in Cause 32794, in the County Court of Taylor County, Texas to: Harry Max Root, Jr. All persons having claims against this estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law, to:

c/o: Regan Law Firm 104 Pine St. Ste. 601 Abilene, TX 79601

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE FOR PROPOSALS

Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Lee Wayne Jowers, Deceased, were issued on August 17, 2026, in Cause No. 32823, in the County Court, Texas to: Nancy Jowers, Independent Executor.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF ABILENE WILL RECEIVE SEALED, WRITTEN PROPOSALS IN THE OFFICE OF THE PURCHASING ADMINISTRATOR, CITY HALL, 555 WALNUT STREET, ROOM 201-A, ABILENE, TEXAS 79601 UNTIL 2:00 P.M. ON THE 8TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER A.D., 2026 FOR: 1. AIRPORT TERMINAL PARKING FACILITIES – RFP #CB-2649 A PREPROPOSAL MEETING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 20, 2026 AT 3:30 P.M. IN THE LOWER LEVEL CONFERENCE ROOM OF THE AIRPORT TERMINAL, 2933 AIRPORT BLVD., SUITE 200, ABILENE, TX. DOCUMENTS MAY BE OBTAINED ELECTRONICALLY VIA THE CITY OF ABILENE WEBSITE AT WWW.ABILENETX. GOV. ALL PROPOSALS MUST SUBSTANTIALLY COMPLY WITH SPECIFICATIONS. FOR PROPOSAL INFORMATION, CONTACTPURCHASING@ABILENETX. GOV OR (325) 676-6226. THE CITY OF ABILENE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL PROPOSALS AND TO AWARD THE PROPOSAL CONSIDERED MOST ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE CITY OF ABILENE. MELISSA GORMAN PURCHASING ADMINISTRATOR

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

Nancy Jowers c/o S. Clinton Nix P.O. Box 59 Abilene, Texas 79604 DATED August 18, 2026.

Clinton Nix

S. Clinton Nix Attorney for Nancy Jowers State Bar No. 15043300

nix@bradburylawfirm.com

CITATION BY PUBLICATION APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP AND FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION - INTESTATE

The State of Texas TO: ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS

CONSUELO MENDOZA OROZCO, Deceased, Cause No. 6729 in County Court, Callahan County, Texas.

CONCEPCION OROZCO, Applicant in the above-numbered and entitled estate filed an APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP AND FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION - INTESTATE in this estate on JULY 29, 2026, requesting that the Court determine who are the heirs and only heirs of CONSUELO MENDOZA OROZCO, Deceased, and their respective shares and interests in such estate. This Application may be acted on by the Court at any call of the docket on or after 10:00 A.M. on the first Monday following the expiration often days from date of publication of the citation. All persons interested in this case are cited to appear before this Honorable Court by filing a written contest or answer to this Application should they desire to do so. To ensure its consideration, you or your attorney must file any objection, intervention, or response in writing with the County Clerk of Callahan County, Texas on or before the abovenoted date and time. Given under my hand and the seal of the County Court of Callahan County, Texas at the office of the Callahan County Clerk in Baird, Texas, on JULY 29,2026.

Nicole Crocker, County Clerk Callahan County, Texas 100 W. 4th St, Suite 104 Baird, TX 79504

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ATVS 2022 JOHN DEERE 835R Gator, very nice condition, always serviced with John Deere products, w/ external air cleaner extension, driven by an elderly man, never off road. 18,925 miles. $13,000. 940-4225504, 940-256-2915.

AUTO PARTS SET OF MICHELIN TIRES 275/55R20 for $300. Call/Text 325-2607459

CHEVY BIG BLOCK HEADS FORD 302 PARTS (325) 370-8899

BOATS

MOTORCADE

CLASSIC CARS

1941 FORD Super Deluxe convertible, V8, 3-onthe-three Transmission (column mounted shifter), dark navy-blue leather interior, blue/green paint color, wood grained dash & trim with radio, heater and dash clock. Only 13,391 miles, fog lights, stainless is excellent, convertible top. CALL 331-213-1172

PONTIAC PERFORMER intake $150. Pontiac Rallye II 15x7 $150. 4- 14x7 Buick Sport wheels $150. No text. Call 682-465-9644

CARS 2010 COBALT (RED) $2000 or best offer. Runs great, A/C and power windows, non-working. 325-514-5921

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Model kits, vintage and modern. 100’s to choose from! $10 each and less. Rick’s Collectibles, 3532 North 6th. Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 12-7. 325-704-3130. 2017 NISSAN ALTIMA looks and runs great. $10,000. Call 325-6654164

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES RUNNING or NOT! (Must have title) Call 325-789-0577

2017 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 SR, 120k miles, $12,995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400 2012 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Limited, 140k miles, $10,995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325673-9400

2002 FORD PICKUP ($4,000) – 2000 Dodge Van ($3,500) – 2br House to be moved. Couch, Full Bed, Table & Chairs, Dresser, Patio Heaters, 4 – 17” Tires, Travel Trailer – Cal 325-338-3591

2012 FORD EDGE Limited, FWD. Abilene Used Car Sales 325673-9400 2018 KIA FORTE LX, 6A, 134k miles. $13,995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400 2019 NISSAN MURANO SV $14,995. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-313-6373 2012 NISSAN ARMADA Platinum $9995. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-313-6373 2016 CHEVY CRUZE Limited, LTZ, auto, 130k miles, $11,995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400

2023 CHEVY MALIBU LT $18,925. Lawrence Hall Abilene 877337-1408

2019 NISSAN KICKS SV $14,777. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-313-6373

2015 NISSAN ROGUE Select S, 2WD. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-6739400

COMMERCIAL TRUCKS

RVS

2018 PETERBILT 567, MX13, 346k, 10 speed, 20k, 46k rears, new rear tires, strong arm, Jake, A/C, Bluetooth – Call 952356-9692

2021 PALOMINO PUMA 32BHQS, practically new, too much to list. If no answer, please leave message 325-642-0377

MOTORCYCLES 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON Tri glide Ultra Classic, clean, runs great and in excellent condition! Garage kept. Pulling hitch included. Call or Text 432940-8404 or 432-349-5304 H A R L E Y- D AV I D SON MOTORTRIKE – 2004, custom paint, aluminum wheels, 14,000 mi., helmets, jackets, chaps, vests, gloves, tools, hot air dryer, etc. $18,995. 325-572-3354

SPORTS CARS 2022 FORD MUSTANG GT Premium $39,500. Arrow Point Auto Mall 325-672-7290

SUVS 2015 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT, 15,350 miles, 25 MPG, 4 door, new tires. $10,500. 325-665-1647

2008 GMC YUKON XL $7400. Well cared for. 280k miles. 5.3-liter 4 speed automatic. 5 seats with front and second row bucket seats. DVD & upgrades stereo with mid fold down Tv, good tires, all maintenance records kept. Recent all new gaskets and rear seal with motor mounts as well white with tan interior. 3rd seat is removeable. Full spare rear wheel drive. VIN 1GKFC16068R132982, tinted windows. 325-665-1260 SONNY JONES Welding. Repair & straighten cracked wheels. Alloy, Aluminum, Magnesium, Steel. Rims $45 or less Mention the ad and get $10 off repairs. 1902 N Treadaway. 325-672-1731 2015 KIA SORENTO LX 2WD. Abilene Used Car Sales. 325-673-9400

TRAILERS 5’ X 8’ ENCLOSED TRAILER 2021, $3000. 325-268-7336 DUAL TANDEM TRAILER (8’ x 24’) New Tires / Metal floor – $10,500 Call 325-677-5999 COMPLETE EQUALIZER HITCH, good condition. Call 325-668-1007 6 X 20 GOOSENECK Stock Trailer, new paint, butterfly gate. $6000 obo 325-721-3341 2021 30FT. DIAMOND C GOOSENECK TRAILER, spring loaded max ramps, 8000lb oil bath Lippert axles, very good condition. $15,000. 325-277-3006

TRUCKS 2019 FORD F250 Super duty (gas), 338,380 engine rebuilt @ 338,000 miles. Tires 75-80%, $7100. 325665-1647 2010 DODGE DUALLY crew cab 3500, flatbed, standard transmission 6 speed. 360k miles. $25,000. Call/ Text 325-716-8459 2011 DODGE Ram 2500, 4x4 Diesel, 20” wheels, runs & drives great! Call or Text 325370-5468

2015 FORD F-150 2WD SUPERCREW 145” XLT 6 cyl, automatic, RWD, Gray, cloth interior - 2.7L V6 Ecoboost - 145,900 miles. 325-793-2500 1997 NISSAN D21 Hardbody Pickup 5MT RWD, 4cyl. 5-Speed Manual, 2.4L – 204k - $6,000 Call or Text 786-620-7378

2010 TOYOTA TUNDRA, 2WD, double cab, standard bed, 5.7L, V8, Limited. Toyota of Abilene 325-203-5544 2022 NISSAN FRONTIER SV, 4WD. $26,888. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-313-6373 2015 FORD Expedition XLT EL, 3.5L EcoBoost 6cyl, Tons of extras!! 3rd Row Seating - $10,995 Call or Text Matt 325-721-1894

VANS

2018 NISSAN ROGUE S. $12,495. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-313-6373

2016 FORD TRANSIT 250 Cargo van, 119k miles, new motor at 63k $9,999 +TTL. 325-6700119

2012 BUICK ENCLAVE Premium FWD. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-6739400

2015 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400=

2018 FORD FLEX Limited, 161k miles, $12,995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-6739400

2013 LINCOLN MKX, FWD, 174k miles $8995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325673-9400 2023 CHEVY BLAZER 2 LT, $25,550. Lawrence Hall Abilene 877-337-1408

2024 NISSAN SENTRA SV $18,455. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-313-6373

2010 FORD EXPEDITION Eddie Bauer, 2WD. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400

2021 CADILLAC CT5 Luxury, $25,225. Lawrence Hall Abilene 877-337-1408

2016 CHEVY TAHOE LS, $15,925. Lawrence Hall Abilene 877-337-1408

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2022 NISSAN PATHFINDER SV $19,795. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-3136373

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2015 CHEVY EQUINOX 1LT, 2WD, 153k miles, $10,995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400

2016 TOYOTA SIENNA, 5 door, 8 passenger Van. $18,999. Toyota of Abilene 325-203-5544

Tire Chains. Call 325238-1614

325-271-7641

2018 CHEVY SUBURBAN LT $18,700. Lawrence Hall Abilene 877-337-1408

1972 JAVLIN PURPLE Looks & Runs Great! - $15,000 (325) 669-6313

6 -18 WHEELER

1980 CHRYSLER PRO Runs, needs carb work. $500 cash. Fish Finder.

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CATTLE TOP QUALITY REPLACEMENT Cattle for sale. F-1, Brangus & others. www.casascattle.com 361-362-5863 LOOKING FOR a flail machine for grass seed harvesting. 325/215-1416

LIVESTOCK SHOW QUALITY percentage Boer goats – Wethers, does, born May

325-365-6424

JACK RUSSELL puppies from registered stock. Blue Heeler puppy. 405-4202889

80 ACRES GRASS LEASE FOR CATTLE. Lease Monthly, by the head. 325-721-9297

STRUCTURAL PIPE for sale 2 3/8 & 2 7/8. Call 325-260-6060

FARM AND RANCH HAY FOR SALE – Square Bales Klein grass / $4 Bale – Reduced to $3. Cash Only - Will load or help load. Text or Call 325-3705599 BEARDLESS WHEAT HAY. Irrigated, fertilized, 4x5 or 5x5 round bales, delivery available 325-2772281 FIVE YEAR OLD Akaushi Bull Hiromitsu and Heartbrand bloodlines. Call: 325-365-1292

CHIP BASE OR ROAD BASE

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Sold & Delivered 5 Ton. Abilene area. 432-582-1968 Price depends on delivery area. “AND LET US CONSIDER HOW WE MAY SPUR ONE ANOTHER ON TOWARD LOVE AND GOOD DEEDS.” – HEBREWS 10:24

150 ACRES out of CRP land for rent in Stonewall County. References required. Call 940-200-3249

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LOOKING FOR PRAIRIE DOG areas to hunt, Permian Basin preferred. Leave voice mail or text: 432-236-7313

FARM/HEAVY EQUIP 931B CAT TRACK LOADER, six new hydraulic hoses, all hydraulic cylinders are rebuilt, good condition. Asking $15,000 obo. 830-2254210 CAT D5B DOZER, 24series, powershift transmission, 6200 hours, enclosed cab, A/c, heat, a/c works, 8’ straight tilt blade, sweeps, enclosures, cab screens, very clean good operating condition. $35,500. 325-450-5002

GOATS BLACK SPANISH Goats Syfan bred nannies & Billy’s. Three Mill Ranch. Mackey/ Manager. 830-7397258 mackeyd34@ yahoo.com

FOR

SALE

TOP QUALITY

yearlings, Dorper & white Dorper Rams, commercial & registered. Judy 325-387-2979

HORSES

HORSE SALE!

BIG SQUARE BALES

Cleburne, Texas. Every Wednesday Night 6pm. Selling Good Riding Horses Also, Top Loose Horse Market.

806-930-9450

254-744-5563,

& Big round bales. Alfalfa & Wheat hay. Wellington, Tx.

469-595-6870

STOCK PANELS

& Gates. Cheap! 325660-2574

TIFTON

HAY

fertilized, weed killer, no grass burrs, 4x5 bales, net-wrapped, good hay. $65 bale. Call/leave message, 325-430-4626

FOR SALE: top quality yearling Dorper and White Dorper rams, commercial and registered. Judy McDonald 325-387-2979 THE LORD Bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

325-673-4521

DRONE SPRAYING

Mesquite/Cactus etc. 817-243-4132 REGISTERED HEREFORDS 30 bulls, 10 heifers, 4 cows. Clay: 325-6283284 or 512-569-3889

2025 COASTAL BERMUDA 4x5 round bales net-wrapped $45 per bale. Cisco, TX. 325-370-6956 1998, 100 HP, cab, air, extenda-hoe, four wheel drive, very nice machine, came off ranch. $30,000. 254-716-2055 GRASS LEASE NEEDED by the head, by the month or annually, long term lease preferred, references available. 325642-2784 ALFALFA FOR SALE. Priced delivered to you. Barn stored. 806-474-8791

FOR SALE Romagnola Cattle Polled, Horned Commercial Bulls Heifers Also Available Janelle Yates 325-456-5099

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AND MANY MORE AVAILABLE!

HIRING FIRE ALARM TECH - (Nicet Level Licenses) Competitive Pay, Health Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation - 1590 US Hwy 80 E, Abilene, TX (or) call 325-232-8628 MUST SELL! SE VENDE 3.04 ACRES EN PAGOS, FINANCIAMIENTO DIRECTO CON EL DUENO. LLAME PARA MAS INFORMACION 214-272-2501 (SWEETWATER, TX)

AMAZING GRACE REMODELING No Job Too Small. Specializing In Exterior Painting, Flooring, Carpet, Tile, Wood, Vinyl, Painting, Drywall, Texture, Plumbing etc... Free Estimates!!! Call Charlie

325-794-7022

AMAZING GRACE

REMODELING No Job Too Small. Specializing In Exterior Painting, Flooring, Carpet, Tile, Wood, Vinyl, Painting, Drywall, Texture, Plumbing etc... FREE ESTIMATES!!!

Call Charlie

325-794-7022 ELMWOOD MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY – Mausoleum Garden. 3 plots, side by side. $5300 for all 3 – no transfer fee. $1900 ea, buyer pays transfer free. Call 817528-3272

EN PAGOS, FINANCIAMIENTO DIRECTO CON EL DUENO. LLAME PARA MAS INFORMACION 214-272-2501 (SWEETWATER, TX)

10MM GLOCK,

2022 F-350, 18.5 mpg, 6.2L, 12,500 miles, $48,000 By owner. 432284-9664

& Haul off, etc. Also Cement work.

Call 325-675-0989, 325-721-2750

Bull Barrel, Ammo, Holsters, Dyes, etc. $850.00; 44 Mag Ruger Rifle, Nikon Scope, Case, $1,250.00; 45 Long Colt Commemorative George Patton Engraved Revolver, Hand Carved Gun Belt, Holster, $1,850.00; 22 LR Ruger 10-33, Scope, $450.00. 325-572-3354

1997 NISSAN D21 Hardbody Pickup 5MT RWD, 4cyl. 5-Speed Manual, 2.4L – 204k - $6,000 Call or Text 786-620-7378

DOVE HUNT. Lots of birds, mostly white wings $75 day. $50 ½ day. Five minutes West Abilene. 325-280-7278

TEXAS WIDE ROOFING SYSTEMS

HEAVILY WOODED 5 acres with great build site. Square shaped lot. Close to Austin & Fort Worth. Price to sell – way below area comps. Call or Text me at 512588-0871 (Bobby) WE PAY CASH for gold, silver, diamonds & coins! Also purchasing unwanted gift cards! See our ad on the Front Page or call 325-513-2743.

CLEAN UP LOTS

& Haul off, etc.

Also Cement work. Call 325-675-0989,

325-721-2750

SALOMON ROCHA CONCRETE WORK

Driveways Sidewalks Storm Cellars Cinderblock Fences 325-236-2543 325-660-4146

ANDY’S ROOFING Reasonable Prices, Best Quality in Town! Repairs, Re-Decking, Add-ons, Metal Roof, Windows, Siding Remodeling. Bonded & Insured.

325-669-4277 325-672-1208

BLUE J LANDSCAPE & TREE SERVICE

Flower Beds, River Rock, Pavers, Flagstone, Retaining Walls, Yard Leveling, Dirtwork, Irrigation, Sod Installation, Planting, Artificial Turf, Putting Greens, Decorative Pergolas, Privacy Fences, Tree & Hedge Trimming, Removal, Stump Grinding. FREE Estimates. Insured fully! 23 Years Experience. FREE Mulch/Wood Chips! Tree Service performed by ISA Certified Arborist Casey Coufal.

Victor Hernandez

325-518-8031

REGISTERED HOME DAYCARE, licensed for 22 years. Spot available. CPR/ First Aid. State Food Program provided.

325-280-4501

CLEAN UP LOTS HUNTING & FISHING

NO CREDIT CH EC K

4131 North 1st Street 325.437.3677

HEAVY DUTY Industrial Starters.. 1295 South Danville, Abilene, Texas. w w w. o n l i n e - a s e . c o m 325-695-2132

BEARDLESS WHEAT HAY. Horse quality, irrigated, fertilized. Some dryland. Quantity discounts. 325-895-9343 San Angelo, TX

FARM & RANCH, SHEEP, GOATS, HORSES, HEAVY EQUIPMENT & MUCH MORE!

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ZOOM L12 LIVE track w/headphones & mic for recording & mixing. $285. 325-864-4722

8 FT, 2 3/8 POST, Good Condition $17.00 each. 325-338-0185 “BE STRONG AND TAKE HEART, ALL YOU WHO HOPE IN THE LORD.” – PSALM 31:24

2009 Chevy Impala 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 2014 Chrysler 200 Touring 2013 Chevy Equinox Low miles, 74K 2012 Toyota Camry 2013 Hyundai Sonata

TAPE & TEXTURE Call El ‘Jefe’ (Jaime S. Rodriguez) 432-352-7558 FIVE YEAR OLD Akaushi Bull Hiromitsu and Heartbrand bloodlines. Call: 325-365-1292

All types of Roofs. Metal High Impact Class 4 - 25, 30, 40 & 50 year Shingles. Hot Tar Modified Roll Roofing, Gravel Roofs, TPO, Roof coating & Metal Carports. Radius of 200 miles. Email: Texaswideroofingsystems@hotmail.com

325-676-0818 “TURN FROM EVIL AND DO GOOD; SEEK PEACE AND PURSUE IT.” – PSALM 34:14 COUNTRY LIVING CLYDE, TEXAS 2 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home $650/ month $600 deposit. Utilities extra. 718690-5385.

TRENCHLESS PIPELINING & TRADITIONAL REPIPING ALL STAR PLUMBING of Abilene strives to give our customers the best possible service! Family owned and operated. Give us a CALL TODAY at (325) 665-3251

2012 CHEVY 2500, 4X4, extended cab, 4 doors open, $12K OBO 325-214-1697 NOW HIRING - Arcadia Home Care and Staffing Personal Care Aides, Arcadia is looking for compassionate and dedicated caregivers for our Abilene area! Benefits and 401K!, Weekly pay! Flexible Schedules! Please reach out to the Field Recruiter, Lauren at 325-514-4028 OR lauren. box@addus.com LOOKING FOR HANDS that can tolerate heat for 8 hours a day, weedeating, edging, rock beds, must have Driver license and be be able to pass a background check! We work on Dyess AFB! This is a landscaping job! If interested call 325-665-5638 ARMOR SITE SERVICES will be hiring labors for a job site in Abilene No experience needed. Will be installing silt fence and curlex This is a temporary job for at least 3-4 weeks Any questions please call at 214-776-3917. We will provided location and time for application. EXECUTIVE INN IS LOOKING for a housekeeper with experience. Call for more details. We would love to visit with you on the opportunity! (325) 677- 2200. Will provide accommodation if needed!

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