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View ArchiveAbilene sales tax distribution falls 11.2% in September
Abilene received $142,870.99 in its September 2026 local sales tax distribution, a decrease of $18,009.87, or 11.2%, from …
Abilene storm total reaches 0.67 inches so far
Abilene has recorded 0.67 inches of rain from the current storm so far. Recent daily observations in the …
Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo named WPRA Large Rodeo of the Year
The Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo has been named the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Large Rodeo of the Year …
Dickinson County Jail Activity - Thursday, October 1
31 people were listed as in custody on the Dickinson County inmate listing as of Thursday, October 1, …
Flood Watch for Abilene Area
Abilene, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 67°F to 79°F, lows from 48°F to …
Strong to Severe Storms Possible Later Today for Abilene Area
The National Weather Service in Wichita says strong to severe storms are possible later today across central Kansas, …
Dickinson County Commission meets Thursday; work session on meeting schedule, appraiser update
The Dickinson County Commission is scheduled to hold a work session at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, …
Dickinson County Jail Activity - Wednesday, September 30
31 people were listed as in custody on the Dickinson County inmate listing as of Wednesday, September 30, …
Flood Watch for Abilene Area
Abilene, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 67°F to 76°F, lows from 50°F to …
Abilene Sets $160K–$180K Advertised Range for Next City Manager
The Abilene City Commission agreed to advertise its city manager position with a salary range of $160,000 to …
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