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SEPTEMBER 3, 2026

SELL YOUR BOATS, FARMING EQUIPMENT, RV’S, GUNS & MORE! VOLUME 46 TRUCKS, • ISSUE 36 • VIEW1 ONLINE • PLACE YOUR AD ONLINE • www.ThriftyNickelofAbilene.com (9/3/26 - 9/9/26) PAGE

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FREE High Speed WiFi • FREE Microwave in Room • Pet Friendly (Pet Fee Applicable) • FREE Truck Parking FREE Big Fridge with two doors 840 East Hwy 80 • ABILENE 79601

Jose Rivera, TDLR Auctioneer License #18379 5% On-Site Buyer’s Premium • 8% Online Buyer’s Premium SanAngeloFarmAndRanch.com

ENTIRE STORE

New Renovated Room:

10% OR MORE OFF EVERYTHING GOES!! THE MALL OF ABILENE 325-695-3700

4310 Buffalo Gap Rd. Mon. - Sat. 11-8, Sun. 12-8

CALL 325-677-8100

3532 NORTH 6TH ST. 325-704-3130 Open Thursday, Friday & Saturday 12-7

BE A PART OF THE #GARAGESALEGUIDE www.ThriftyNickelofAbilene.com/garagesaleguide (updated every Thursday & Friday)

REPAIR & STRAIGHTEN CRACKED WHEELS

Blue J Landscape & Tree Service

• Alloy • Magnesium • Aluminum • Steel $75 special

“Honesty Is The Best Policy” 23 Yrs Experience, Call for FREE Estimates. FREE Mulch/Wood Chips! Tree Service performed by ISA Certified Arborist - Casey Coufal.

Victor Hernandez 325-518-8031 Abilene Young Professionals

• Chief Operating Officer

• 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)

Abilene State Supported Living Center

HEAVY DUTY TRAILER 5’x9’ with 15” tires. $450 obo. 325-665-5670

STOCK PANELS

& Gates. Cheap! 325660-2574 FOR SALE BY OWNER 508 CR 318, Abilene, TX. $315,000. Please call 325204-6280 5FT. SHREDDER $300. Call/Text 325-665-5670 Abilene

5’ X 8’ ENCLOSED TRAILER 2021, $3000. 325-268-7336 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 8 FT, 2 3/8 POST, Good Condition $17.00 each. 325-338-0185

4 BEDROOM HOME 2 Full Bath, Brick. Over 2000 sq. ft, Top Condition, HS Warranty, High Ground. San Angelo Area. 325-315-3139

MUSIC LESSONS forall ages! Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano, Flute, Guitar, Ukulele. Contact Amanda Mylcraine at 325-6275737

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

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

Thursday Night

Dances

$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.

Sept 3rd Exit 277 Sept 10th Swing Machine Sept 17th Adam Texas Trio Sept 24th Muddy Creek

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.

2501 Maple • Abilene, TX 79602

https://careers.hhs.texas.gov/search/

325-795-3900

Sat. September 5

__3318 Parkcrest..................... S...................8-5 __1818 North 6th................... N..................8-2

ESTATE SALE GUIDE

Comiing! Fri. & Sat. September 25 & 26

__744 Spinks Rd, Abilene TX..............................

AUCTION GUIDE

Sat. September 5

__2116 Cherkee Loop, Graham Tx..............10am Sun. September 6

__2625 Shoreline Dr, Abilene Tx...................1pm

IT’S NOT TOO LATE! PLACE YOUR AD NOW:

If you missed the deadline, go to our website and get the $5.00 option for the guide! It’ll go directly to our Facebook Page & Webpage! Updates Thursdays & Fridays

APPLIANCES

90 DAY WARRANTY

New and Used • ELECTRIC & GAS STOVES • FREEZERS • REFRIGERATORS • WASHERS / DRYERS

Open Tues. thru Sat. 2pm - 5pm

828 Butternut 325-201-7535

FOR PREVIOUS CUSTOMERS

DISPLAY ADS

BUY 2 WEEKS, GET 2 FREE IN SEPTEMBER Call Donna Lee

325-518-8994

Donna.Lee@AmClassAbilene.com

Turn Your Scrap into CASH!

DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 PM

Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Abilene State Supported Living Center

__3017 Legends, (Heritage Parks)..NE.................8-5

Turn Ordinary

INTO EXTRAORDINARY

Turn your scrap into

CASH!

We buy gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, & precious stones

Rose Park Senior Center BALLROOM - 2625 South 7th St -

$

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

REPAIR • RESTORE RESTYLE

Big Country Gold & Custom Jewelry 4541 Catclaw Dr 325-513-2743

goldbuyerabilene.com

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2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH to be moved, 3649 Swenson off Grape & Huckleberry. 30x30 frame, 2002 PU Van Chrysler, Travel trailer for rent, Sofa chair, dresser, table w/4 chairs, Patio table, adult bike & 3 wheel, 17’ tires, patio heater, twin bed, day bed, futon, bathtub new. 325338-3591

TEXAS HUNTER PRODUCT, Tri pod Deer feeder. 14ft. tall 800lb winch included. 12v battery, timer, solar panel. $300. 325-854-1831 leave message.

Fri. Sat. & Sun. September 4, 5 & 6

American Classifieds / Thrifty Nickel © (325) 673-4521 Call us to place your next ad. Remember, not everyone is on social media. Print Still Works!

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

Proud Partner of Abilene Chamber of Commerce

1998 CHEVY VAN $800 obo. Good tires, needs fuel pump. 325660-2574.

3900 North 1st, Suite 2 (325) 673-4521


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BOOKS NOVELS

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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.

325-660-2574

ADVERTISE HERE! 325-673-4521

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FRONTIER

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

325-672-2119

GARAGE SALES

NORTH

YARD

SALE

– Saturday, 8:00am – 2:00pm. Tools, furniture, Bass boat, Jeep Grand Wagoneer. 1818 Nth 6th.

GARAGE SALE

– Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. 3017 Legends (Heritage Parks). Jewelry, home décor, Pokémon cards, movies, DVDs & lots more!

GARAGE SALES

SOUTH

3318 PARKCREST Saturday, 9/5, 8:00am – 5:00pm. Lots of misc., carpet, tools, doghouse, clothes & new microwave (under counter) & more.

THE TREASURE BOX You Never Know What You’ll Find! Located inside Thrifty Treasures at 2626 Barrow St. Pokemon & Sports Cards, Vintage Items & Trinkets, Authentic Needohs & Dumplings, Clothing & more, Unique Items added weekly!! - WE BUY CARD COLLECTIONS - Text me at

325-668-2165

GUNS RTS BALLISTIC VEST, level 4. Ceramic. $350.00. new. 325-280-8102.

VIEW ONLINE AT

AmClassAbilene.com

American Classifieds / Thrifty Nickel © (325) 673-4521 Call us to place your next ad. Remember, not everyone is on social media. Print Still Works!

744 SPINKS RD. Estate Sale. September 25 & 26. Everything must go. Lawn stuff, Knick knacks, dresser, roll top desk, etc.

A novel on Kindle or Amazon online for ebook, “Freaks of Nature” by Emilio Ramirez, a local Anson Resident.

JEWELRY & CLOTHING

ESTATE SALES

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

SELL YOUR BOATS, TRUCKS, FARMING EQUIPMENT, RV’S, GUNS & MORE! ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD puppies from registered stock. Brindle & Fawn. 405-420-2889. JACK RUSSELL puppies from registered working stock. Nice colors. 405420-2889.

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 POWER WHEELCHAIR (350 lb) Lift. Fits standard rear 2” trailer hitch receiver. Works perfectly. Wiring and key included. $300. 325-670-9688

DRUG REHAB:

Experience Safe Detox in luxury private rooms with resort amenities.PPO Insurance accepted. Open Mon-Fri 6A-5P PST Call 321-425-1136

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS MUSIC LESSONS

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

PETS

TOY POODLE

M/11 weeks charted to be 4 lbs.

Text 432-894-0331

NOW HIRING LOCKSMITH automotive, residential & commercial. Key cutting programming. For serious applicants desiring a long-term career. No experience needed. 325-721-7253

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.

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

REHOMING FEE $50. 8-year-old male & 7-year-old female Boston terriers. 325514-0761

Text 433-935-1375

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.

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

Tues.- Sat. 10am - 5pm

Come explore the Great Frontier!

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

REGISTERED PUPPIES: Mini Aussie Doodles Chihuahua’s, Toy Poodles, Yorkies, German Wire Hair Pointers. 817-304-1225 for Availability & Prices see at crystalskypuppies.com License #131

NOW HIRING Roll-Off Drivers! Competitive Pay, Health Insurance, Dental, Paid vacation and more! Apply at CountyWasteService.com

REGISTERED GOLDEN RETRIEVER puppy. 3 generations Pedigree. Shots and Vet checked. Looking for forever families. 575-602-2813

WE ARE HIRING

BEAUTIFUL TRI-COLORED long hair Chihuahua puppies. 2 males, 2 females. 325-998-7825, 325-2036218, 325-430-2755

HIRING NOW for a salesperson at Trinity Vapor Lounge. Apply in person at 1426 Barrow, must be 21 or older. 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:

CNA’s, LVN’s and RN’s Call Darla 325-854-1429

NOW HIRING!

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

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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

EMPLOYMENT

Gorgeous French Bulldog Pups availaBull!

WYLIE ISD NOW HIRING bus drivers. Must have CDL with a P and S endorsement $23.75 per hour pay DOE. 325-665-7375

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

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

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

704-4100

WE ARE HIRING FULLTIME CDL Driver at Blake Fulenwider – Clean driving record – Apply today 110 N. Access Rd. IH-20, Clyde TX

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! 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

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

WE ARE HIRING /CenturConstruction • Steel Workers + New Construction / Remodel Helpers, 40 Hours per week, Pay dependent on experience, CALL 325-269-9979

325-365-4952

NOW HIRING No experience necessary. 2 labor positions, construction.

APPLY TODAY – EXPERIENCED DIESEL Mechanics, 3001 E US Hwy 80 – Abilene, TX

325-725-2905

• Paint & Body Work • FREE Estimates

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

HOUSE LEVELERS

NEEDED.

Call 325-208-6072 HIRING FENCE Crew Leaders – Join Our Team! Competitive Pay & Growth opportunities! Apply in person at 1225 Ben Richey Drive

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

N. 8th & Walnut St. Abilene, Tx

MISCELLANEOUS

CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

325-280-0692 Joseph Galbreath, Owner/Operator HEART AND SOUL Lord at times we wonder why we are human beings, could there be a better way to live this life you have given us? We may not enjoy the world anymore much like the unbelievers who may never have a chance at all to define themselves. Turn evil away Lord, and by the Holy Spirit teach us discernment. The things that enter our lives shows us Lord how to love you with all our mind and soul. Just awaken us when we pray and breathe on us your sweet loving heart. Please help us each day to keep our eyes upon you. Lead us with your light and truth. Give us a choice to love with all our heart and soul. GOD BLESS THE UNBORN CHILDREN

Telephone Man

DRIVERS, partners, investors. Uber doesn’t screw us! Classic Yellow Cab. 325-271-7641. 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH to be moved, 3649 Swenson off Grape & Huckleberry. 30x30 frame, 2002 PU Van Chrysler, Travel trailer for rent, Sofa chair, dresser, table w/4 chairs, Patio table, adult bike & 3 wheel, 17’ tires, patio heater, twin bed, day bed, futon, bathtub new. 325338-3591

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

LIST IT HERE! 325-673-4521

www.AmClassAbilene.com


325-698-3820

4841 OAK LAWN

Looking for a new career?

2nd Shift: 3pm-11pm + shift differential pay 3 Shift: 11pm-7am + shift differential pay rd

Applicants Must Have:

Excellent Benefits:

• Strong Mechanical Ability

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Good Math Skills

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Be Reliable

• Retirement Plan

• Have a Good Work Ethic

• Life Insurance

Apply Online www.martinsprocket.com/careers Applicant must be 18 or older to apply ECONOLODGE INN & SUITES, 7 nights. Free Wi-fi truck parking. Pet friendly. Some rooms have refrigerators. 325677-8100 2014 BUICK ENCLAVE – 79,000 miles, 6 cyl, Michelin tires, leather, (1) Owner, Extra Clean! - $14,000 OBO Call or Text 325-665-1084

RICKS COLLECTIBLE. 4310 Buffalo Gap Road Mall of Abilene. Opened 11am-8pm. Monday -Saturday. Sunday hours 128. 3532 N 6th. Opened Thursday -Saturday 11-7. The Home for all things collectibles. Sports cards, baseball cards, football jewelry, vintage toys. Licensed NFL, NCAA Sterling Jewelry, The Hobbit, Star Wars, Pokémon, Pitch Black, NEE DOH Squishy Fun Dumplings. Come See Us! 325-7043130

HEAVY DUTY Industrial Starters.. 1295 South Danville, Abilene, Texas. www.online-ase.com 325-695-2132

COZY FRAME CONSTRUCTION. All your household needs. Free Estimates Bonded. Since 1983. Call Mike 325-3867122

FARM FRESH PASTURE raised Eggs $5.00 a dozen. Call 361-816-8176. Can pick up in Eastland, Tx.

ECONOLODGE INN & SUITES $699 weekly with taxes. Additional Guest $100. Free Coffee 6am10am. Newly Renovated Room.     Starting at $699 (D Building on 2nd Floor) Weekly Full Payment in Advance. Subject to Availability. Free High Speed Wifi. Free      Microwave in room, Pet friendly (Pet free Applicable.) Free Truck Parking. 840 East Hwy 80 Abilene. 79601 Call 325-677-8100

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

THURSDAY NIGHT DANCES. Different band each week. Rose Park Senior Center. Ballroom, 2625 South 7th $5.00 Per person 7pm-9pm 325734-5300 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

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

FAST $$ for your

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

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!

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

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

ECONOLODGE INN & SUITES, 7 nights. Free Wi-fi truck parking. Pet friendly. Some rooms have refrigerators. 325-677-8100

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

REGISTERED HOME DAYCARE

NEED MOVERS.

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

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

325-280-4501 COUNSELING FAITHWORKS offers individual and group life coaches who help you work through barriers to getting and keeping the Job. 325-437-2272 www.faithworksofabilene.org

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 5/26/26, 325-4372272 www.faithworks. ofabilene.org

STRUCTURAL PIPE FOR SALE 2 3/8 & 2 7/8. Call 325-260-6060 THE HIGH COST OF LIVING has you desperate to pay your bills and debts. Call us we can help 877-422-4557

PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANING

Driveways, Sidewalks, Storm Cellars Cinderblock Fences.

2467 GARFIELD House, 4/2/2, Stovetop, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Central Heat/Air, WD Conn, Pets Ok. 1 Yr. $

3200 Monthly

www.cookseyrealtors.com 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

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

BLUE J

CLEAN UP LOTS

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

HAULING TRASH Brush & Junk

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

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.

AMCLASS ABILENE.COM

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Homes Starting at 500 $

*WE PAY YOUR UTILITIES ON SOME.

2400 Monthly

I do a Good Job! Residential only! Call 325-668-0932

LANDSCAPE & TREE SERVICE

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

AFFORDABLE MOWING & WEED EATING, Clean up & Hauling. Storage Buildings, Garages & Tree limbs. Free Estimates. 325-238-1614

House 3/1/2, Electric Stovetop, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Central Heat/Air, Fenced Yard, Pets okay. Double Garage with openers 1 Year $

BIG COUNTRY GOLD EXCHANGE, Turn your scrap into cash! Re-bling your rings. We buy silver, gold, platinum, diamonds and precious stones. 4521 Catclaw Dr 325-513-2743 Opened Monday - Friday 9-5 Saturday 12-5 325696-9376

SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 (9/3/26 - 9/9/26)

www.thriftynickelofabilene.com

CALL 325-673-4521

SALOMON ROCHA CONCRETE WORK

325-721-8095

HOUSES FOR SALE

MANUFACTURED HOUSING FOR RENT

HAULING TRASH

FOR SALE BY OWNER 508 CR 318, Abilene, TX. $315,000. Please call 325-2046280

Call

325-236-2543 325-660-4146 Creed Johnson

Brush & Junk Cleaning Garages, Mowing & Demolition.

Free Estimates

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

325-260-6060 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.

325-280-4501 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

AMAZING GRACE REMODELING

APTS/HOMES FURNISHED

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

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

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

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

4 BEDROOM HOME 2 Full Bath, Brick. Over 2000 sq. ft, Top Condition, HS Warranty, High Ground. San Angelo Area. 325-315-3139

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

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

LOTS/LAND/ ACREAGE FOR SALE FOR SALE IN FISHER COUNTY - McCaulley, TX. Corner of 180 & 283. 5.9 acres. Asking $60,000 for info. Call 432-967-3710. OWNER MUST SELL! SE VENDE 3.04 ACRES EN PAGOS, FINANCIAMIENTO DIRECTO CON EL DUENO. LLAME PARA MAS INFORMACION 214-272-2501 (SWEETWATER, TX)

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 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) 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 325338-3591 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.

APTS/HOMES UNFURNISHED FOR RENT - 2 bedroom home, Southside. $800.00 monthly. Call 325829-5923.

ANDY’S ROOFING

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

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Call 325-208-6072

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of Steven DeWayne Mitchell, deceased, were issued on July 14, 2026, in Cause No. 6720, pending in the County Court of Callahan County, Texas, to: Cheryl Patterson.

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. c/o FERGUS & FERGUS, L.L.P. 1049 North 3rd Street, Suite 200 Abilene, Texas 79601 E-mail: fergus2400@aol.com DATED: September 1, 2026

/s/ Dan Fergus, Jr.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENTS

325-691-0795

HOUSES FOR RENT

325-669-4277 325-672-1208

4 BEDROOM, 2 ½ BATH (or 3-bedroom ½ bath, 20x20 business room), master bedroom, hardwood floor, living area, kitchen & dining area lamented floor. 2 bedroom carpeted & 1 bedroom (business room) tile floor. Metal roof, wood & tile siding. Deck with 10x10 cover. Carport, chain link fence at front of house. Other fencing is wire & private. Cellar, storage shed, water well (not operating). 5 pecan trees, 4 Crepe Myrtle trees & various flowers, trees shrubs & sage brush. Older neighborhood. Window units for cooling. Stand alone gas heater with thermostat & wood burning stove. On 1 acre of land. 1433 Franklin St. Abilene. Text 325-264-0089 or Text 325-660-8267 for more info. Cash Sale As Is! $199,000.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE

325-676-0818

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

& Haul off, etc. Also Cement work.

ROOMS FOR RENT

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Dan Fergus, Jr. State Bar No. 06908010

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice of Public Sale of property to satisfy landlord’s lien under Chapter 59 of the Texas property code law. The sale will take place for

Sanctum Storage 6325 Butterfield Tr., Abilene, TX 79606

Online at www.Bid13.com The auction will end at 3 pm September 19th, 2026. Payment will be accepted via credit card, Venmo, or Zelle following the end of the online auction by the winning bidders. All units include household items and miscellaneous items unless otherwise noted: • Dylan Langford • Kevin McDaniel • Kevin McDaniel • Justin Wells • Marvin Bryanz

Anyone may bid.


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SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 (9/3/26 - 9/9/26) NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

On September 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., the following property will be sold for cash at Public Sale in order to satisfy a Landlord’s Lien authorized by Chapter 59 of Texas Property Code. Property is stored at Sitzes Treadaway LP, DBA Sitzes Self Storage located at 2433 S. Treadaway, Abilene, Texas 79602, Sitzes Self Storage located at 2501 Jeanette, Sitzes Self Storage 1425 Poplar and Sitzes APB located at 1222 S. 23rd Street. The following units contain furniture and household items unless otherwise stated: Felisha Harris, Gerardo Barrera, Nestory Bikorimana, Rosindo Casarez, Nancy Tutt, Jasmine Sanchez, Leann Castillo, Mary Craft

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE On September 16th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., the following property will be sold for cash at Public Sale in order to satisfy a Landlord’s Lien authorized by Chapter 59 of Texas Property Code. Property is stored at Sitzes Stonegate LP, DBA Sitzes Self Storage located at 4450 S. Clack St., Abilene, Texas 79606. The following units contain furniture and household items unless otherwise stated: Roxanne Sattiewhite, Sean Kelly, Oscar DeLeon, Delpha Miller, Johnna Hookings, Diana Horton, Camille Gonzales, Anna Franklin, Chelsey Thigpen, Cyndy Mayhall, Kirby Shadle

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE On September 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., the following property will be sold for cash at Public Sale in order to satisfy a Landlord’s Lien authorized by Chapter 59 of Texas Property Code. Property is stored at Sitzes Dub Wright Blvd. LP, DBA Sitzes Self Storage located at 3617 Dub Wright Blvd.,

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

NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE Please take notice Golden Storage - Abilene located at 1782 Key Lane Abilene TX 79602 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via

www.storagetreasures.com on 9/17/26 at 11:00 AM. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods, furnishings and garage essentials. Melinda Speed; Tori Cason. All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE On September 16, 2026 at 12:00 p.m., the following property will be sold for cash at Public Sale in order to satisfy a Landlord’s Lien authorized by Chapter 59 of Texas Property Code. Property is stored at Sitzes Northwest, LP DBA Sitzes Self Storage located at 2593 N. Danville, Abilene, Texas 79603 and at 1325 Hickory, Abilene Tx. 79601 The following units contain furniture and household items unless otherwise stated: Vivian Ceballos, Denise Howe, Kaitlyn Lemond, Jacqueline Nieto, Ambar Flores, Michael Payne, Derek Williams, Michael Ceniglis, Emir Trujillo Martin, Quaneetra Brunson.

Abilene, Texas 79606. The following units contain furniture

Notice of Public Sale Sale of property to satisfy a landlord’s lien. Sale to be held at Bid13.com for

• Mockingbird Self Storage at 3002 Vogel St in Abilene • Western Storage at 1380 S. Crockett in Abilene

Sale to be held August 19th - September 2nd A Clean up deposit is required. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale. Unit items sold for cash to the highest bidder. Property includes the contents of spaces of the following tenant(s)Western Storage: Unit 11- Appliance, misc, Furniture. Mockingbird Storage: Unit 3- Outdoor equipment, fishing gear, misc., tools Unit 15 - Desks, lawn equipment, power tools, miscellaneous items. Unit 111 - Containers, misc. Unit 142 - Household, furniture.

Augusta Realtors 325-829-5375

Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice U Store It - Abilene 1850 located at 1850 N Clack St Abilene TX 79603 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via

www.storagetreasures.com on 9/16/2026 at 11:00 AM.

Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods, furnishings and garage essentials.

Timothy Clark

All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

and household items unless otherwise stated:

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Rebecca Terry, Mercedes Camacho (Curiel), Candice Thomas, Martha Carlisle, Therese Adamson, Madison Hill, Joe Zapata, Chad Coffey, Raymond Gonzalez

PUBLIC NOTICE FORM 854 FILE Number: A1393128 Branch Towers VI, LLC is proposing to construct a 175’ Monopole, located 39 Yards East of Madrigal Cir and 1,119 Yards South of Old Anson Rd, Abilene TX, Taylor County, 79601.

Interested persons may review the pending application by going to www.fcc.gov/asr/ applications and entering the Form 854 File Number listed above. Interested persons may raise environmental concerns about the proposed structure by filing a Request for Environmental Review with the Federal Communications Commission. The Federal Communications Commission strongly encourages interested parties to file Requests for Environmental Review online. Instructions for making such filings can be found at www.fcc.gov/asr/environmentalrequest Interested parties that would prefer to file a Request for Environmental Review by paper copy can submit to: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Syretta A. Patterson were issued on March 11, 2026, in Cause No. 32647, pending in the County Court of Taylor County, Texas, to Cindy L. Keys. 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 Cindy L. Keys 3726 Bettes Ln. Abilene, Texas 79606 Dated: September 3, 2026

/s/ Tim Ladyman Tim Ladyman Attorney for Executor of the Estate of Syretta A. Pattersonll

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Notice To Creditors / Public Notices Bids / Legal Notices / Notice For Proposals Office Address Change / TABC Notices Estate Sales Auctions / Divorce Decrees & more The Storage Place - AUCTION Pursuant to Chapter 59, Texas Property Code, this is a notice of public auction in order to satisfy a landlord’s lien of personal property. The auction will be held online at www.storagetreasures.com for The Storage Place Abilene four locations. Bidding will open on 08/31/26 at 12:00 PM and will close on 09/14/26 at 12:00 PM. Credit card is required for the clean out deposit. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale. Unit items are sold as-is to the highest bidder. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods and furnishings. Property includes the contents of spaces of the following tenants: 5050 Fairmont St, Abilene, 79605 Lonnie Prince, Cowen Lovelady 3102 Old Anson Rd, Abilene, 79603 Anna Beltran 3225 Pine St, Abilene, TX 79601 James Bramlett, Bradley Walker

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Public Sale to satisfy a landlord’s lien under chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code Law. The sale will begin on Sept. 11, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. and end at 12:00 P.M. on Sept. 17, 2026, on bid13.com for Stor & Lok located at 490 N. Pioneer Abilene, Tx. 79603

Sales will be at www.bid13.com Cash payment will be accepted at the facility at the conclusion of the sale. Property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash. Removal deposit will be required. Stor & Lok reserves the right to withdraw property from the sale & to refuse any bid. The public is welcome to bid. Property includes spaces of the following Tenants: Dre Qwan Crain, Brandi Lucus, Robert Cancel, Shayla Boswell, Angelica Ramos, Gloria Tafoya, Patricia Rogers, Robil Reynolds, Cynthia Wahome, Carla Lawson, Devyn Lenius, Destiny Garcia, Veronica Fisher, Steve Vasilatos Contents Tools, Household Furniture, Baby Items, Fridge, Sofa, Table and Chairs. Misc Boxes, Exercise Equipment, Toilet, TV, Washing Machine, Tools, Construction Equipment, Tool Boxes, Dryer, Luggage, Dressers.

Please take notice Spare Feet Self Storage - Abilene located at 18 Windmill Circle Abilene TX 79606 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via

www.storagetreasures.com on 9/16/2026 at 11:00 AM.

Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods, furnishings and garage essentials. Veronica Warren-Hallman; Wendy Byram; Rodrick Lyons; Catalina Devora; Gabriel Jacobs. All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice U Store It - Abilene 818 located at 818 S. Clack St. Abilene TX 79605 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via

www.storagetreasures.com on 9/16/2026 at 11:00 AM.

Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods, furnishings and garage essentials. Shalonda Glover; Christina Gladden; Angelica Padilla; Katherine Donaldson.

All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Guardianship for the Estate of JOHN E. BATKO, an Incapacitated Person, were issued on August 31, 2026, in Cause No. 1507 pending in the County Court of Taylor County, Texas to: D’ANNE TRUPKIN. All persons having claims against this Estate are notified to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. DATED the 1st day of September, 2026. /s/Grayson C. Hurst Hurst & Hurst, P.C. P.O. Box 3015 Abilene, TX 79604 State Bar No. 24104424 grayson@dhurstlaw.com Attorney for the Guardian of the Estate

NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a BG by Bazan Enard Holdings dba Aperitivo , to be located at 3222 S 27TH Street Abilene, Texas. 79605. Officers of said corporation are Officers / Principals: Alexander Bazan (Member/ Manager) and April Enard (Member/ Manager).


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

BOATS 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

CLOSEOUT SALE!

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

MOTORCADE

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

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

CLASSIC CARS ORIGINAL 34 PLYMOUTH frame. 86 short bed w/body 4” chop. 51 Mercury 2 door post body. 66 Plymouth Fury 3 convertible body. 26 3 window Dodge body & frame. 29 Ford 2 door Sedan. Call Don Leon 325-333-3450 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

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

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

• INANCE

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

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 2018 NISSAN ROGUE S. $12,495. Clark Nissan of Abilene 325-313-6373 2012 BUICK ENCLAVE Premium FWD. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-6739400 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 2010 FORD EXPEDITION Eddie Bauer, 2WD. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400

2016 CHEVY TAHOE LS, $15,925. Lawrence Hall Abilene 877-337-1408 2015 KIA SORENTO LX 2WD. Abilene Used Car Sales. 325-673-9400

MOTORCYCLES

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

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

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4131 North 1st Street 325.437.3677 AND MANY MORE AVAILABLE!

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

6 -18 WHEELER

Tire Chains. Call 325238-1614

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SPORTS CARS

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

2009 Chevy Impala 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 2013 Chevy Equinox Low miles, 74K 2012 Toyota Camry 2013 Hyundai Sonata WE F

SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 (9/3/26 - 9/9/26)

2015 CHEVY EQUINOX 1LT, 2WD, 153k miles, $10,995. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400 2015 NISSAN ROGUE Select S, 2WD. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-6739400

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

RVS 2- 25’ FIFTH WHEELS vehicles. Recreation, good tires. $700 & $800. 325-660-2574 2021 PALOMINO PUMA 32BHQS, practically new, too much to list. If no answer, please leave message 325-642-0377

TRAILERS HEAVY DUTY TRAILER 5’x9’ with 15” tires. $450 obo. 325-665-5670 DUAL TANDEM TRAILER (8’ x 24’) New Tires / Metal floor – $10,500 Call 325-677-5999

“AND LET US CONSIDER HOW WE MAY SPUR ONE ANOTHER ON TOWARD LOVE AND GOOD DEEDS.” – HEBREWS 10:24

5’ X 8’ ENCLOSED TRAILER 2021, $3000. 325-268-7336 COMPLETE EQUALIZER HITCH, good condition. Call 325-668-1007

150 ACRES out

6 X 20 GOOSENECK Stock Trailer, new paint, butterfly gate. $6000 obo 325-721-3341

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

2021 30FT. DIAMOND C GOOSENECK TRAILER, spring loaded max ramps, 8000lb oil bath Lippert axles, very good condition. $15,000. 325-277-3006

BIG SQUARE BALES

& Big round bales. Alfalfa & Wheat hay.

806-930-9450

TRUCKS

Wellington, Tx.

FOR SALE 2006 DODGE RAM pickup, good condition, new tires. 325-5374754

2019 FORD F250 Super duty (gas), 338,380 engine rebuilt @ 338,000 miles. Tires 75-80%, $7100. 325665-1647 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 1998 CHEVY VAN $800 obo. Good tires, needs fuel pump. 325660-2574. 2016 FORD TRANSIT 250 Cargo van, 119k miles, new motor at 63k $8,999 +TTL. 325-6700119 2015 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING. Abilene Used Car Sales 325-673-9400=

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

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

LIVESTOCK

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

“BE STRONG AND TAKE HEART, ALL YOU WHO HOPE IN THE LORD.” – PSALM 31:24

STOCK PANELS

& Gates. Cheap! 325660-2574

JACK DONKEY

11 months old, needs new home! $500

325-370-8722 ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD puppies from registered stock. Brindle & Fawn. 405-420-2889. JACK RUSSELL puppies from registered working stock. Nice colors. 405-420-2889.

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

TIFTON

HAY

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

ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD puppies from registered stock. Brindle & Fawn. 405-420-2889. JACK RUSSELL puppies from registered working stock. Nice colors. 405-420-2889. HAY FOR SALE – Square Bales Klein grass / $4 Bale – Reduced to $3. Cash Only - Will load or help load. Text or Call 325-370-5599 BEARDLESS WHEAT HAY. Irrigated, fertilized, 4x5 or 5x5 round bales, delivery available 325277-2281 FIVE YEAR OLD Akaushi Bull Hiromitsu and Heartbrand bloodlines. Call: 325-365-1292

CHIP BASE OR ROAD BASE

CALICHE

Sold & Delivered 5 Ton. Abilene area. 432-582-1968 Price depends on delivery area.

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

325-673-4521

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

FARM AND RANCH

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HORSE SALE!

DRONE SPRAYING

Mesquite/Cactus etc. 817-243-4132

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

254-744-5563,

REGISTERED HEREFORDS 30 bulls, 10 heifers, 4 cows. Clay: 325-6283284 or 512-569-3889

469-595-6870

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

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Cooper, Alexx Ryan was booked into the Taylor County Jail on 08/27/2026, for the following: SJF THEFT OF PROP (ENH)

Johnson, Keshauna Nicole Rylnn was booked into the Taylor County Jail on 08/26/2026, for the following: A ASSLT FV 2CT, A CRIMINAL MISCHIEF

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“Abilene Scores In Under The Stadium Lights” Written by Blake Covington Norvell, Attorney As Originally Featured & Published In The

Buffalo Gap Round-Up News June 4, 2021. The stadium lights are tunately, his mother has recently at the desk in my office. My shining bright in Abilene. That is because been arrested for allegedly writing mother says “hello Herschel.” Under The Stadium Lights made it to the hot checks. Because Herschel is Herschel says “hey.” I go on big screen. close to his mother and wants to to explain to Herschel that The mov- help her, he sets up a meeting to “I’ve reviewed this file and I ie is released retain me to represent his mother. have a lot of confidence that I in some the- Herschel cares about his mother. can win this case. And I think atres, on major In the scene, Herschel Sims that even though this situation streaming plat- is sitting in my office. I enter the is very tragic, ultimately it’s forms (includ- office and introduce myself to Hergoing to have a happy ending ing Amazon schel. “Hi. I’m Blake Norvell. It’s for you and your mom.” HerPrime Video), a pleasure to meet you.” Herschel schel says OK and is pleased and is sched- and I shake hands. “Herschel, that I will be able to help his uled for DVD I’m very sorry to hear about your mother. release on Au- mother.” Herschel replies “thank The Law Office scene is gust 3rd. you.” I tell Herschel to “have a upbeat, with bright sunlight Abilene is seat. Make yourself comfortable.” glaring through the windows standing tall because Under The Stadium I next say “Herschel, I bet you’re of the office, and, most imporLights is a movie about how the players close to your mom, aren’t you?” tantly, delivers good news for on the Abilene High Eagles football team Herschel answers yes. I then tell Herschel about his mother’s overcame adversity to bond as a group and Herschel that “I’m close to my case. The Law Office scene function as a team, to win the state cham- mom too. My jury consultant, is also nice because it ties pionship in 2009, an accomplishment the Margaret Norvell, happens to be into the theme of being close Eagles had not achieved since 1956. The my mother.” The camera then foto family, which is a theme of players learned to be each other’s “broth- cuses on my mother, who is sitting the movie. er’s keeper,” and this Life is full of ups and lesson paid off huge downs, but it is much easier when they won the to endure when one is close to state championship and family and friends. The Law proved to the world that Office scene was also inspired football is still alive and by lessons I learned from well in West Texas. studying with the famous trial Under The Stalawyer Gerry Spence at his dium Lights walks one ranch in Dubois, Wyoming. through the Abilene The best word to describe the High Eagles amazing Law Office scene is “genuAvailable on Netflix, Video On Demand, Amazon Prime Video, 2009 football season and ine.” Google Play, and iTunes. includes footage from The movie is based on Also available at Target, Walmart, and Abilene High School. actual games. the book, Brother’s Keeper, The movie’s cast by Al Pickett and Chad Mitchis well-known, includ- Pictured: Margaret Norvell, Bucky Covington, and Blake Norvell ell. Al Pickett said the movie ing Milo Gibson, Glenn was pretty accurate and did a good job of Morshower, and Laucarrying the theme. Chad Mitchell said the rence Fishburne. movie illustrates that every once in a while, Unlike many football movies, the underdog wins. “They learned what it Under The Stadium Lights shows meant to be their brother’s keeper.” actual game footage, which adds to The Abilene Eagles team was inspired the movie’s authenticity. The movie by Coach Steve Warren and his talks with shows many of Abilene’s key landthe team. “Lean on your brother today bemarks, buildings, and places. cause he will be there for you . . .” What sets Under The Stadium Chuck Statler recalls how great it was Lights apart from other films is that to announce “that’s another Abilene Eagle it focuses on the adversity the players touchdown!” are struggling with in their personal The movie also has a cool soundtrack lives as the football season progresses. that features my cousin Bucky Covington’s The movie shows the players are real new song, “Driving in the Dark.” people who must deal with life’s hardIn the movie, Bucky plays an assistant ships off the field. Beneath the smilcoach for the Cedar Hill Longhorns, who ing faces of victory after the games are were defeated by the Abilene High Eagles. broken hearts, broken homes, and broAbilene scored a touchdown in Under ken lives. The movie shows this and The Stadium Lights. There is no reason that makes the film real. to be driving in the dark with the stadium An example of a scene in the lights shining so bright. movie that shows the adversity in a _______________________________ Pictured: Blake Norvell, Margaret Norvell, Bucky Covington and the Band player’s life is my Law Office scene. About the author: The Law Office scene also illustrates the ability to overcome adversity and ties into the movie’s theme of the imBlake C. Norvell is an Abilene attorportance of being close to parents. ney and mediator (UCLA Law: J.D.; I play an attorney in Under The SMU: B.A., summa cum laude, Phi Stadium Lights. I wrote the Law OfBeta Kappa; Member, Texas Bar Colfice scene to fit the movie’s theme. I asked the producer to film the Law Oflege; Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation). fice scene at my father’s former law His articles have been published in office, Norvell & Associates, located law journals throughout the country, at 744 Hickory Street in Abilene. The including Yale, USC, and Temple. producer was agreeable. The scene takes place approximately 18 minutes after the movie starts. Norvell Law Firm Here is the Law Office scene. (325) 695-1708 Herschel Sims is the star quarterback norvell2007@gmail.com for the Abilene High Eagles. Unfor-

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