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Tenaska: poll reveals opinion of Sweetwater residents

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The proposal to build a coal power plant about 40 miles west of Abilene remains controversial both in Abilene and in neighboring Sweetwater, according to a poll recently conducted by ACU students. Students in a persuasion course polled residents of Sweetwater, the district in which the plant would be built. A slight majority of 47 percent ... [Read More…]

Regions await despite defeat

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The Wildcat volleyball team found itself in a familiar position on Sunday - waiting for someone else to decide its fate. It is the exact position head coach Kellen Mock and her team said they did not want to be in earlier this season. The last two seasons, the same situation occurred. Each time, the Wildcats were left without a playoff bid and ... [Read More…]

Christians can’t tolerate homosexuality

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Addressing GLBTQ issues as a loving Christian. Being a Christian is hard. And becoming one guarantees a hard life filled with struggles and conviction, especially with the loaded topic of: Sex. Because, without God, no moral rules would exist to limit or condone any sexual activity. Repeatedly, throughout the Bible, sexual immorality, adultery and ... [Read More…]

Sadie’s week provides freebies

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Sadie's Week began Tuesday with free tickets distributed in the Campus Center for Cold Stone ice cream. The three-day freebie giveaway, sponsored by the Campus Activities Board, will provide complimentary offers redeemable from businesses around town. However, only women are allowed to pick up tickets. The event, partnered with local hot spots ... [Read More…]

2nd and 4th Grade From The Top

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From The Top, the nationally syndicated classical music program featuring young musicians, will be performing a live taping tonight in Abilene at the First Baptist Church downtown. The program has inspired audiences across the country with its amazing showcase of young classical artists. Locally, classes at an area elementary school have been ... [Read More…]

Wildcats hammer Bulldogs, win out-right LSC title

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The ACU Wildcats finished their bid for an outright Lone Star Conference Championship and a perfect 11-0 season with a 47-17 victory over the Southwestern Oklahoma State Bulldogs on the Wildcats senior day. "It means a lot," senior fullback Emery Dudensing said. "I really enjoy that we won it here in front of the home crowd." The Wildcats ... [Read More…]

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