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Abilene Reporter News

Abilene Reporter News

Breaking News + eNewspaper

349 ratings
49 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 1, 2016
  • May 27, 2026

Developer

Gannett
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Access local news, in-depth journalism, and a digital replica of the print edition. Stay informed with breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts, all delivered through a fast and customizable mobile experience.

✓In-depth local journalism
✓Breaking news and alerts
✓Sports coverage
✓Streamlined reading experience
✓Customizable text size and night mode
✓Offline reading
✓Digital eNewspaper access
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Abilene Reporter News. Based on 349 reviews and a 4.2/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 32 negatives reviewers mention most about this News app.

Positive things

  • 👍Keeps users informed about hometown news
  • 👍Good for staying connected to home
  • 👍Easy to use app (for some)
  • 👍Some users love the app
  • 👍Honest release of truth

Negative things

  • 😞Terrible new app design
  • 😞Difficult to manage and maneuver
  • 😞Cannot get the e-newspaper
  • 😞Awful app experience
  • 😞Cannot see billing information
  • 😞Frequent ads interrupt reading
  • 😞App frequently refuses to open
  • 😞Frustrating app changes
  • 😞Uncontrollable pop-up advertising
  • 😞App freezes daily
  • 😞New app is not working
  • 😞Very difficult to use
  • 😞Won't zoom like before
  • 😞Forces system reboot
  • 😞No pinch to zoom
  • 😞No portrait scale to fit
  • 😞Comics cut off
  • 😞Jerky and hard to read
  • 😞Not user friendly
  • 😞App will not rotate
  • 😞Unable to read articles
  • 😞Needs better navigation
  • 😞Obituaries not updated
  • 😞Claims different subscription price
  • 😞No way to cancel subscription
  • 😞Worst app ever
  • 😞Difficult to establish account
  • 😞No E-edition in app
  • 😞Botched obituary details
  • 😞Too many pop up ads and videos
  • 😞Users don't want to pay for 'crappie news'
  • 😞New app is complicated
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What's New in Abilene Reporter News

8.10.2

May 27, 2026

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

Subscription plans

Abilene Reporter News Annual Digital Subscription

Enjoy the latest news, photos, and videos from Abilene Reporter News with the digital subscription!

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Charts

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The app has maintained its position at 191 recently.

Last updated on July 18, 2026.

User reviews

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Traditions

I’ve read the ARN daily for decades, and I’m happy with the ease of access of the e-newspaper on my iPad.

My biggest concern is the bias of the AP and misleading headlines. I know to take misinformation with a grain of salt but some folks may naively believe far left articles.

I’m also disappointed that Letters to the Editor are no longer included - that was sometimes the best part!

I miss weekly columns by Sharon Randall but enjoy Bill Tinsley’s.

And I share screenshots of a comic daily with a grandson - which is special to me.

I also enjoy the puzzles! 😊

May God bless the USA and the Freedom of the Press,
~ Diana HM
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DianaLHMDianaLHM

Notifications

When I get notifications and click on them they come up covered by an advertisement. Instructions say to swipe up to get rid of the ad. If I swipe up starting to high it doesn’t work. If I swipe up lower it closes the whole thing. It is driving me nuts. I am going to quit taking notifications because of your poor design. I am a subscriber and real close to unsubscribing!!
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RancherBRancherB

New version leaves much to be desired

Not much good to say about the website. The news content is ok but the app itself is difficult to manage and maneuver. What is happening to the Sunday comics? Two Sundays missing. Please! You can do better than this I’m sure.
DGW45DGW45

Reporter News

I cannot get the enewspaper in this new app. I used to enjoy reading my iPad at breakfast and not just the stories selected for me.
fctryfctry

Terrible new app

I am used to reading the ARN on my iPad but this ew app is awful. I want to go back to the old version.
Frau CRTFrau CRT
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

17 issues

Notifications covered by ads

Bug

Swiping up on ads doesn't work correctly

Bug

App freezes daily

Bug

App freezes mid-paper

Bug

App refuses to open

Bug

App breaks to an ad multiple times

Bug

App does not allow viewing bills

Bug

App does not rotate

Bug

App freezes forcing system reboot

Bug

No pinch to zoom

Bug

No portrait scale to fit

Bug

Comics are cut off at the bottom

Bug

Obituaries not updated

Bug

App claims different subscription price

Bug

Difficult to establish account

Bug

App shows USA Today instead of ARN

Bug

Unable to read articles despite being paid

Bug
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Requested Features

7 requests

Bring back the old app version

Feature

Bring back Sunday comics

Feature

Make margins wider and more natural

Feature

Add Sunday comics and crossword puzzles

Feature

Add a Shotwell Stadium schedule

Feature

Improve navigation with a new menu

Feature

Allow users to read the paper directly (e-edition in app)

Feature

FAQ

What kind of news does the Abilene Reporter News app provide?

The app delivers local news that matters most to the community, including in-depth journalism, things to do around town, and comprehensive sports coverage from high school to professional levels. It also provides breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts.

What are the key features of the Abilene Reporter News app?

Key features include access to all in-depth journalism, a fast-loading experience, real-time notifications for breaking news and alerts, customizable reading options like text size and night mode, offline reading capabilities, and access to a digital eNewspaper similar to the print edition.

How does the subscription model work for this app?

Subscriptions are charged to your account upon purchase confirmation and automatically renew monthly or yearly unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal settings in your account settings after purchase.

Is the Abilene Reporter News app available on multiple devices?

The app is designed for mobile devices, offering a streamlined experience for viewing stories, photos, and videos. The eNewspaper feature is also accessible on your mobile devices, providing a digital replica of the print edition.

What is the eNewspaper feature?

The eNewspaper feature provides a digital replica of the print edition of the Abilene Reporter News, accessible on your mobile devices. It also offers access to USA TODAY and over 200 other local eNewspapers.