AirFest takes to the skies, this week in Abilene After missing last year due to the pandemic, the annual Big Country AirFest will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Abilene Regional Airport. The theme will be "The Golden Age of Bombers," featuring the B-25 "Devil Dog" and other vintage and experimental aircraft. Admission is free, and masks are required. Entry will be at the west gate, with parking available on Runway 4/22. For information, go to bigcountryairfest.org. Western Heritage The annual Western Heritage Classic will begin with ranch horse competition at 7 a.m. Thursday at the Taylor County Expo Center, with competitions and trade shows continuing through Saturday.