Best Of Abilene

There are a number of Abilene businesses that have stood the test of time. These locally owned landmarks are noteworthy for their longevity and their excellent service to customers and the community.

Abilene has good weather for cyclists just about year round. Even in winter months, you can find a few days to ride. Here are our picks for some great routes to explore on two wheels.

It's a lot of fun to search out your favorite music in the form of actual products you can hold in your hand, whether on vinyl or cd. Abilene still has a few unique outlets that might surprise you. One is a local record store, and the others are possibly not where you would expect to find something unique.

Every city has them and Abilene is no exception. Those nightmare intersections that make you wonder what they were thinking when they installed traffic lights and designed the layout and timing. Here are a few that could test your patience.

There are businesses we miss in Abilene. These local establishments had big impacts over sometimes decades. If you're a local, you probably know most of them. Harold's Bar-B-Q pictured here, was a big loss in 2011.

The Abilene area may be know for mostly mesquite trees, which don't show off much in the Fall. But we do have our share of oaks, maples, and redbud trees. You can drive north towards Anson and see the oaks in beautiful hues of red, gold, and amber in the 'shinnery'. Here are some easy drives to check out Fall color.

We are fortunate to have outdoor weather on some days in every month of the year in Abilene. And there are some awesome outdoor activities offered to residents of the area. From golf to bicycling, hunting, fishing and more. Check out a few possibilities for getting some fresh air.

We love our pets in Abilene. And we've got plenty of dog-friendly establishments to enjoy with your best friend in tow. Take a look at some places that welcome you, and your dog.

Abilene love its restaurants. Here are a few of the newest offerings from around town, as of early 2012. All are worth a try and feature great food.