Abilene Reporter News

Name: Abilene Reporter News
Rating: 4.2 (352 reviews)
Author: Gannett

By: Gannett App

Breaking News + eNewspaper

Overview

Version:

8.11.0

Last updated: 2026-07-24

Ranking

#87,037 ▼ 100

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Stay connected with Abilene Reporter News. This mobile app brings the best in local journalism—stories, sports coverage, and photo/video galleries—straight to your device.

Features include fast loading, real-time breaking news, weather alerts, and customization options like saved stories, text size, night mode, and offline reading. The eNewspaper edition extends print access to mobile, plus access to USA TODAY and 200+ local papers.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App News & Magazines

By:

Gannett

Rating:

4.20

(352)

Version:

8.11.0 Last updated: 2026-07-24

Version code:

888467702

Creation date:

2016-11-01

Compatible devices:

Size:

183.74MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-01

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 87,037 ▼ 100

For Developers

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Developed by:

Gannett

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/abilene-reporter-news/id1119331458

Website:

https://www.reporternews.com

User Reviews

User reviews for the Abilene Reporter News iOS app are largely negative. The dominant issues are intrusive advertising and pop-ups that disrupt reading, including ads in notifications. Many subscribers want the old app back and find the new version hard to navigate, with a poor layout and difficulty locating sections like comics or puzzles. Content gaps (missing Sunday comics, outdated obituaries) and limited e-edition access in the app aggravate frustration. Some users report crashes, non-rotating screens, and billing or cancellation hassles. A few reviewers still praise the content or note readability tweaks.

Pros

Some reviewers express positive sentiment toward the app (e.g., voters say they love or find the app great).
News content is accessible and considered acceptable by several readers.
A few users note readability improvements after updates or tweaks.

Cons

Intrusive ads and pop-ups disrupt reading, including ads appearing in notifications.
The new app is hard to navigate; many subscribers want the old version back.
The e-edition is not accessible within the app, requiring users to read via the website.
Content gaps and delays (missing Sunday comics, outdated obituaries) reduce usefulness.
Technical and billing issues (crashes, rotation problems, pricing/cancellation difficulties).

Recent reviews

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

by Di*****, 2026-06-08

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!!