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- President Dwight D. Eisenhower
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In this edition: Teen Dating Violence Awareness Proclamation; LAST DAY – Dog Tag Renewals Due; City Manager candidate interviews; Agenda Center update; TSAC formed; and City Commission actions. Read on...
The Abilene Fire Department and Public Works Flood Control Division will conduct the annual controlled burn of the Mud Creek Levee beginning February 25, weather permitting. Smoke will be visible in Abilene at times during the burn. Read on...
In this edition: Water Rates: Understanding Proposed Changes; Dog Tag Renewals Due; Police Department Receives Grant; Officers Receive Commendation Awards; Zook Joines Regional Planning Board; January Proclamations Issued; and City Commission actions. Read on...
In this edition: Traffic signal update; City Commission leadership changes; stormwater drainage update; Water Watch update; Fire Department grant award; employee recognitions; and City Commission actions. Read on...
City Hall was temporarily closed on January 13, 2026, due to indoor air quality concerns related to sewer gas. We understand there have been questions about why this resulted in the temporary closure...Read More Read on...
City Hall will reopen today, January 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
The indoor air quality concerns have been addressed, and the building is safe for staff and visitors to return. Read on...
As part of ongoing commitment to organizational continuity and leadership development, the City of Abilene appoints Kari Zook as Deputy City Manager, effective December 28, 2025. Read on...
Presented by the End of the Trail Quilters Guild. Make plans to attend and join hundreds of quilt enthusiasts from around Kansas.
Hosted by the End of the Trail Quilters' Guild
Saturday, April 11...
Come join us IN TWO BUILDINGS. Sterl Hall and the National Guard Armory in Abilene KS.
April 4th 9am to 3pm.
60+ hand crafted vendors, breakfast and lunch options, snacks, drinks and more!!
Free...
Attend the Dickinson County Historical Society's quilt show to see beautiful quilts on display. All Dickinson County quilts are welcome and can range from recently completed to the late 1880s....
The Kansas Supreme Court will conduct a special evening session March 10 in Abilene as part of its ongoing outreach to familiarize Kansans with the high court, its work, and the overall role of the...
