FEBRUARY 12, 2026
SELL YOUR BOATS, EQUIPMENT, RV’S, GUNS & MORE! VOLUME 46 TRUCKS, • ISSUE 7FARMING • VIEW1 ONLINE • PLACE YOUR AD ONLINE • www.ThriftyNickelofAbilene.com (2/12/26 - 2/18/26) PAGE
BIG VALENTINE SALE
BUY SELL TRADE
Friday & Saturday Feb 13 &14, 2026 @ 1905 Cottonwood Abilene, TX 79601 From 9am to closing!
NOW HIRING: FRONT DESK HOUSEKEEPER
LAYAWAY AVAILABLE
Highest Salary in the Industry Apply in Person. Walk in for Interview!
Abilene Owned & Operated
THE MALL OF ABILENE 325-695-3700 www.RicksCollectibles.online
3532 NORTH 6TH ST. 325-704-3130
Open Thursday, Friday & Saturday 12-6
EconoLodge Inn & Suites
840 East Hwy 80 • ABILENE 79601
CALL 325-677-8100
Lots of new inventory as: 40+ Dolls (Many still in orginal box), Pictures (all shapes & sizes); Furn: 2 Curio Cabinets ($10 ea), Antique Dresser, Chairs, Rugs, Old Display Dresser, Piano ($10) Lots Outdoor Furn, Table Cloths, Prom Dresses, Books, Chests of Silverware ($10 up), Some Added Costume Jewelry, Lots Glassware (Crystal/Clear $2 ea) Misc & Unusual Items!!! All PRICED TO SELL! Pics coming KINCAID AUCTION & EstateSales.net THERE ARE STILL TOOLS (20% off)
Come be our Valentine !!!
BE A PART OF THE #GARAGESALEGUIDE www.ThriftyNickelofAbilene.com/garagesaleguide (updated every Thursday & Friday)
Repair & Straighten Cracked Wheels
“Honesty Is The Best Policy” 23 Yrs Experience, Call for FREE Estimates. FREE Mulch/Wood Chips! Tree Service performed by ISA Certified Arborist - Casey Coufal.
Victor Hernandez 325-518-8031 Abilene Young Professionals
Proud Partner of Abilene Chamber of Commerce
SONNY JONES WELDING 1902 N Treadaway • 325-672-1731 WEDDING LIMO Service Classic Royal Limos, 10 passengers. 325-266-7793 1997 NISSAN D21 Hardbody Pickup 5MT RWD, 4cyl. 5-Speed Manual, 2.4L – 204k - $6,000 Call or Text 786-620-7378
WINCHESTER 20 GUN cabinet $600, wire welder 110, $100. Kerosene heater $100, like new. 2007 Ram 1500, 175k, 3.7L $4500. Call for pictures. 940-256-3838
2022 F-350, 18.5 mpg, 6.2L, 12,500 miles, $48,000 By owner. 432284-9664
NOW HIRING Roll-
Off Drivers! Competitive Pay, Health Insurance, Dental, Paid vacation and more! Apply at CountyWasteService.com CLEAN SEASONED FIREWOOD - Mesquite, Oak, Pecan & Pinon (325) 762-4262
HAY FOR SALE – Square Bales Klein grass / $4 Bale – Reduced to $3. Cash Only - Will load or help load. Text or Call 325-3705599 1941 FORD Super Deluxe convertible, V8, 3-onthe-three Transmission (column mounted shifter), dark navy-blue leather interior, blue/green paint color, wood grained dash & trim with radio, heater and dash clock. Only 13,391 miles, fog lights, stainless is excellent, convertible top. CALL 331-213-1172
HIRING NOW for
6 - 18 WHEELER tirechains. Call 325-238-1614
FOR SALE - Guardrail Call 254-715-4784
Are you an LVN looking to make a real difference for others?
Consider joining our team!
✔Vacation Time, Sick Time & Numerous Holidays ✔Health Insurance ✔Retirement Plan ✔Full-time hours ✔Morning, Evening & Night Shifts
LVN’s
$4,594.16 - $4,866.58 a month!
Abilene State Supported Living Center 2501 Maple • Abilene, TX 79602
https://careers.hhs.texas.gov/search/
325-795-3900
Thursday February 5th 277 Night Exit February 12th Dances Swing Machine February 19th Adam Texas Trio February 26th Muddy Creek
DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 PM
$
Rose Park Senior Center Ballroom 2625 South 7th St
5 per person • Age Restriction: 55+ 7:00 - 9:00 PM More Info: (325) 734-5300
Turn Your Scrap into CASH!
a salesperson at Trinity Vapor Lounge. Apply in person at 1426 Barrow, must be 21 or older.
2021 PALOMINO PUMA 32BHQS, practically new, too much to list. If no answer, please leave message 325-642-0377
MUSIC LESSONS
for all ages! Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano, Flute, Guitar, Ukulele. Contact Amanda Mylcraine at 325-627-5737
Turn Ordinary
INTO EXTRAORDINARY
Turn your scrap into
2006 GMC SIERRA1500 4X4
CASH!
We buy gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, & precious stones
150K Miles, $ 7900 obo.
REPAIR • RESTORE RESTYLE
325-627-6662
Big Country Gold & Custom Jewelry
AMCLASS ABILENE.COM
4541 Catclaw Dr 325-513-2743
REQUESTS FOR BIDS
goldbuyerabilene.com
CONCHO VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Weatherization Assistance Program Weatherization Services CONCHO VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY (CVCAA) is looking to award over $1.5 million in funding for Weatherization Services for its Weatherization Assistance Program over the course of five (5) years and is soliciting Material and Labor Bids from qualified contractors. Experience related to the installation of Weatherization Services funded through the use of federal funds is desired and preferred. Weatherization Services are to be provided in CVCAA’s 14 county service area consisting of the following counties: COKE, CONCHO, COLEMAN, CROCKETT, IRION, KIMBLE, MCCULLOCH, MENARD, REAGAN, RUNNELS, SCHLEICHER, STERLING, SUTTON, and TOM GREEN. The successful bidder must be able to service each county in a timely manner. Bid packets can be found at www.cvcaa.org. A pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 133 W. Concho, Ste. 301, San Angelo, TX. Completed bid packets must be received no later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Bid packets may be hand delivered to 133 W. Concho, Ste. 301, San Angelo, TX, mailed to P.O. Box 671, San Angelo, TX 76902-0671, or emailed to wferreira@cvcaa.org. Attachment 1 in Excel format must also be submitted via email to wferreira@cvcaa.org. CVCAA will not be held responsible for late or delayed delivery. All bid packets must be received in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Weatherization Assistance Program – Materials and Labor Bid Packet.” Bid packets will not be accepted after the deadline. The selection process will be based on standardized scoring and competitive negotiation. CVCAA reserves the right to refuse any and all bids. This contract will be awarded for an initial nine-month term and may be extended on a yearly basis up to an additional four (4) years based on satisfactory performance and the availability of funds.
Concho Valley Community Action Agency is an equal opportunity employer.
BALLINGER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
is committed to providing exceptional healthcare to our community. We are currently seeking the following dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our team. OPEN POSITIONS INCLUDE: DIRECTOR OF RADIOLOGY RADIOLOGY/CT TECH – FT, PT CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH – FT MATERIALS MANAGEMENT CLERK - FT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - FT CERT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT– FT, PT, PRN PHYSICAL THERAPIST – FT, PT, PRN PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT – FT, PT, PRN RN –-DAY/NIGHT - FT, PT, PRN CNA – DAY/NIGHT - FT, PT, PRN HOUSEKEEPER - FT DIETARY COOK – FT CLINIC REFERRAL COORDINATOR - FT To see job description for each position and to apply visit
www.ballingerhospital.org WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? a Medical, Dental, Vision aPaid Life Insurance a TCDRS Retirement Plan & Optional Life Insurance (very generous employer aCritical Illness, Hospitalizacontribution) & Optional Retirement Plan a Short Term Disability a Paid Long Term Disability
tion & Accident Insurance
aPTO (paid time off) & EIB (extended illness benefit)
For more information visit www.ballingerhospital.org Contact Cam Martin at 325-365-4952 Email diannem@bmhd.org Apply in Person - 608 Ave B, Ballinger, Texas
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ABILENE STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER
ALFALFA FOR SALE. Priced delivered to you. Barn stored. 806-474-8791
NEED experienced metal building laborers. Must have transportation to the shop. Call or Text 325-665-5429. Start Immediately!
673-4521
3900 North 1st, Suite 2
Blue J Landscape & Tree Service
• Alloy • Magnesium • Aluminum • Steel
(325)
10433763
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