Abilene
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11/6/2011
Grew up in the Houston area and went to college at ACU. I just moved back to Abilene after 2 years in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and 8 in Houston. Upon first glance, there isn't much to do. There isn't a night life to speak of, except going to movies and eating at chain restaurants. Bars and clubs are either dives or 18+ hangouts. But, upon closer inspection there is usually something to do on the weekends for families and if you know where to find them, there are some pretty good restaurants. Theatre at the local colleges is pretty good, usually, and there is also a very decent, however small art museum at the Grace, downtown. And, if you like college and high school football, you will not find yourself wanting. Summers are hot and it might freeze or snow once or twice during the winter, but generally comfortable between Sept-May. One thing to remember is that this is a very conservative community, but I've found that, like just about anywhere, you can find like minded people who share your views, if you want. With the three universities in town there is a portion of the population that is opened-minded, educated and thoughtful on political as well as social matters. Plus, there is something satisfying about being in the minority when it comes to politics. Plus, people are nice here for the most part and you won't get tarred and feathered for voting for Obama. At least, I don't think you will
Kyle | Abilene, TX