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View ArchiveCentral Kansas Free Fair Underway in Abilene
The Central Kansas Free Fair is being held in Abilene, Kansas. The annual event is a long-running regional …
Abilene Commission Approves Alcohol Ordinance for 2026 Central Kansas Free Fair
The Abilene City Commission approved an ordinance authorizing the sale and consumption of alcoholic liquor in designated areas …
Petals at Their Peak Event Set for Eisenhower Park in Abilene
Eisenhower Park and Rose Garden in Abilene, KS, is scheduled to host an event called Petals at Their …
Dickinson County Court Filings Include Battery Cases
1 misdemeanor criminal case was filed July 17 in Dickinson County District Court, according to Kansas District Court …
Abilene Commission Votes to Exceed Revenue Neutral Rate for 2027 Budget
The Abilene City Commission voted Wednesday to approve a resolution of intent to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate …
Hope Man Arrested on Murder Charge After Child Dies in Rural Dickinson County Fire
A Hope man has been arrested on a first-degree murder charge after a January house fire in rural …
Great Plains Theatre to Stage 'Cinderella' in Abilene July 17-26
Great Plains Theatre in Abilene, Kansas, will present a production of "Cinderella" running July 17 through July 26. …
Abilene Backs USDA Grant Application for Rural Business Accelerator Program
The Abilene City Commission approved a resolution authorizing submission of an application to the U.S. Department of Agriculture …
Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo Returns to Abilene July 28-31
The Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo, a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association event, is scheduled to take place in Abilene, …
Abilene's America 250 Mural Featured on Cover of National VFW Magazine
A mural in Abilene, recognized as the first America 250 mural in Kansas, has been featured on the …
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