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Discover Abilene's deep-rooted history with 15 intriguing facts.

President Franklin Roosevelt asked Congress for a declaration of war against Japan on Dec. 8, 1941, but he didnt have to urge Oklahomans to volunteer for military service.

Abilene, Abilene, strangest town I’ve ever seen.

Military Appreciation Month in Texas and all across the US is a Time we take to honor and give our thanks to our military men, women, and their families.

Military Appreciation Month in Texas and all across the US is a Time we take to honor and give our thanks to our military men, women, and their families.

Military Appreciation Month in Texas and all across the US is a Time we take to honor and give our thanks to our military men, women, and their families.

Military Appreciation Month in Texas and all across the US is a Time we take to honor and give our thanks to our military men, women, and their families.

Col. Lionel Rothbard, who served at the Battle of the Bulge and the Allies Normandy invasion during World War II, turns 102 on March 22. His secret to longevity? "Be good to everybody," the Glenview resident says.

Streets, zoo, rec centers and Kirby Lake trail are targeted as needs and ways to boost Abilene

Mayor recalls three key people, and thanks many others who fuel the Abilene Difference.