Timbrook Named Abilene Parks and Recreation Director

Following an exhaustive search with more than fifty applicants, Interim Abilene Parks and Recreation Director Kellee Timbrook was named as the new Director.

“We are very fortunate to have someone who has been with the department for fifteen years...

City of Abilene Board and Commission Openings

The City of Abilene seeks candidates to serve on its Airport Advisory Board and Planning Commission.

“These are important roles in our community, and we need community members to serve,” said Jane Foltz, Abilene City Manager. &ldquo...

Grant Deadline Nears

The City of Abilene’s Community Development Block Grant – CV Economic Development application closes on Friday, July 10.

“This grant can assist with working capital including wages, utilities, rent, inventory, and protective e...

OCCK Now Serving Abilene to Salina and Back

City of Abilene Reminds Candidates About Political Sign Placement

With campaign season in full swing, the City of Abilene reminds all candidates about campaign sign laws.

Kansas House Bill 2183, signed into law on June 5, 2015, states, “No city or county shall regulate or prohibit the placement of or the number...

ABILENE RESIDENTS URGED TO RESPOND TO CENSUS

“It’s not too late to complete your 2020 Census,” said Jane Foltz, Abilene City Manager.

As of June 14, 2020, 69% of Abilene residents self-reported they have completed the 2020 Census compared to Dickinson County’s ...

2020 Central Kansas Free Fair Cancelled

To the Dickinson County and surrounding communities:

The Central Kansas Free Fair Board has made the decision to cancel all public events for the 2020 fair. The public events include: the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo, the demolition derby, tractor pull, parade, ...

CITY OF ABILENE RECEIVES GRANT FUNDS TO HELP SMALL BUSINESSES

Thanks to the quick response from Abilene City staff and commissioners, Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Commerce announced Abilene as the recipient of $132,000 in Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Response Supplement (CDBG-CV...

Recycling Center Opening Tuesday, May 19

The Abilene Recycling Center will reopen at regular operating hours and days starting on Tuesday, May 19^th at 9:00 am. 

Due to the NW 8^th Street construction and the COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines, several major operational changes ...

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Storm Damage Repairs

Several residences and businesses recently received storm damage. As a reminder, anyone wanting to solicit work (roofing, clean up, etc.) must complete the City of Abilene’s Solicitor or Canvasser License Application.

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