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Abilene council adopts ordinance limiting BYOB hours to 7 a.m.–2 a.m.
5689694 · August 28, 2025
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Summary
On final reading the Abilene City Council approved an amendment restricting BYOB establishments from allowing alcohol consumption between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m., citing health and safety concerns.
The Abilene City Council voted Thursday to adopt an ordinance restricting hours of operation and alcohol consumption at bring‑your‑own‑bottle (BYOB) establishments.
City attorney Stanley Smith presented the ordinance on final reading, telling council members the measure "is for health and safety" and that BYOB…
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