Dating near Dyess

By the Abilene Dating editors · Checked 8 November 2026 · 2 min read

In shortAbilene has a long record of welcoming people from Dyess Air Force Base, through programs run with the Abilene Chamber of Commerce. Airmen and locals meet at downtown events, community programs and online. Both should know the signs of scammers who pretend to be in the military.

Key facts

Base	Dyess Air Force Base, home of the 7th Bomb Wing
Community link	The Military Affairs Council of the Abilene Chamber of Commerce
Welcome program	Jump Start takes airmen and families downtown
Scam warning sign	Any request for money for travel, leave or fees

Dyess brings new people to Abilene every year, and the city works hard to make them feel at home. If you are new on base, downtown is a good place to start. If you are local, a little knowledge about military life and military scams goes a long way.

Start downtown with Jump Start

The Abilene Chamber of Commerce and its Military Affairs Committee worked with Dyess to create Jump Start, an orientation that takes airmen and families downtown to meet the community. It is a good way to learn the city before you plan a date there. Ask your unit about the next one.

Source: Dyess Air Force Base: CMSAF visits Abilene leadership, checked 9 November 2026

Join in with community programs

The Military Affairs Council runs HeartLink to welcome airmen and families, the Spooktacular fall festival at Dyess and Abilene Home Away From Home, which links airmen with local sponsors. Programs like these are where base and town actually mix. Contact the Chamber to find out how to take part.

Source: Abilene Chamber of Commerce: Military Affairs Council, checked 9 November 2026

Spot a fake service member

Army investigators warn that scammers pose as soldiers overseas and ask for money for travel, phones, leave or medical fees. Be wary if someone will not talk on the phone or cannot send one email from a .mil address. Never send money, stop contact and report it to the FTC and IC3.

Source: U.S. Army: CID advises vigilance against romance scams, checked 9 November 2026

Questions

Do airmen and locals date in Abilene?

Yes. The city and the base have a long, close relationship, and plenty of people meet through work, church, events and online.

What if they get reassigned?

Talk about it early and honestly. Knowing the timeline helps you both decide what you want.

How can I tell if someone really is in the military?

Be careful if they will not call, video chat or meet, and never send money. A real service member will not need your cash for leave or travel.