Nikki's Swirl Shoppe Flavors: Nikiki's offers a variety of unique flavors ranging, some, like ooey gooey cinammon bun are delicious and others like green apple are disgusting. They also offer de-lite options which contain only eight calories per ounce. They have a board where customers can vote for their favorite flavors. Toppings: 42 ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 08.30.13
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Monks more than just a coffee shop
Monks has long been a staple of life for ACU students, with its well made cup of coffee and added bonus of a great atmosphere. The laid back vibe, delicious coffee and cheap concerts make it a natural gathering point for students. Tanner Endowe has been a barista there for over six months and said it is one of the best jobs he has ever had. ... [Read More…]
Abilene attractions offer host of opportunities
Paramount Constructed in 1930, the Paramount is one of Abilene's most iconic structures. It is known for its beautiful interior, the classic films it plays and retro atmosphere. This Saturday, August 31, the Paramount is hosting a Grease sing-a-long fundraiser at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $15 and include a goody bag. There will also be a ... [Read More…]
Bitsy’s Flower Shop closes doors after 38 years
Bitsy's Flowers is closing up shop after about 38 years of service. The next residents of the building off Campus Court are yet to be determined. Bitsy Gregory, owner of Bitsy's Flowers, said that she has gotten offers from three different people to buy her building, but is waiting to see "who does the best job putting the money out". Today, ... [Read More…]
Keeping Abilenians busy
Many people have silently agreed with the shirts and bumper stickers that read "Keep Abilene Boring." One of the recurring lamentations heard at ACU is the lack of interesting things to do over the weekends or, for local students, over the summer. Weekends are manageable with homework, but dying of boredom over the summer can become a real threat ... [Read More…]
Feeding frenzy: Sharky’s continues to attract students
Emily Teel, sophomore art major from Abilene, sees her friends every time she's at work. Teel works at Sharky's Burrito Co., the popular build-your-own-burrito restaurant located near the Abilene Christian University campus. One of the few burrito places in Abilene, it is frequented by many students from ACU and Hardin-Simmons University, as well ... [Read More…]
City to celebrate Cajun culture with festival
Abilene's third annual Cajun Fest will be take place this Thursday, from 5-8 p.m. in downtown Abilene, on North 4th and Cypress. There will be crawfish, corn and potatoes. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children. All proceeds will benefit Abilene Education Foundation Alumni Scholarships and Programs. Linda Roark, the chairwoman of Cajun ... [Read More…]
Dr. Seuss-themed sculptures to be unveiled
The Abilene Cultural Affairs Council will be unveiling five new Dr. Seuss sculptures at Everman Park during the ArtWalk and CajunFest on April 11. "We borrowed the sculptures last year for the Children's Art and Literacy Festival and everyone in Abilene loved them so much we decided to add them permanently," said Kimmy McNiece ('12), director of ... [Read More…]
Students pre-registering for Run of Dye 5K
Run or Dye has announced it will host a 5K Color Run in Abilene. ACU students are buzzing with interest. The event has been tentatively scheduled for Aug. 17, although the registration website said the specific date is subject to change. Run or Dye has sponsored events in cities across the country. Participants register to run or walk as they are ... [Read More…]