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Abilene was sold on promises that data centers would transform their local economy. But some residents are wondering when the benefits will come.Abilene is putting the finishing touches on the budget for the next fiscal year, and the city council will meet next week to go over all the details. Abilene’s city manager is here to tell us more.The new school year is underway in Abilene. Students returned to their classrooms, and AISD’s new superintendent will give us his take on the year ahead.One of the hottest spots for live music in the Big Country is Brownwood. We’ll check in on that city’s music scene.
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