The long nights and July heat are what frame the Central Kansas Free Fair (CKFF) and its many attractions, some of which are ...

The Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad Association is picking up steam as it rolls into the second half of 2025 with new energy, expanded services, and record-breaking ticket sales.

Dickinson County commissioners and staff discussed and ultimately rejected a request from Riley County to help cover the cost of child care licensing services currently being provided to Dickinson Cou ...

A crowd of Abilene residents ventured out on a hot afternoon Tuesday, July 22 to meet and greet candidates seeking election ...

The mill levy in this resolution also prevents the commission from exceeding the given number when they eventually approve ...

Kaylee, 17, is an 11-year member of the Fragrant Hilltoppers 4-H Club. Her favorite project is Beef, and she was awarded the ...

Dale Anders of rural Chapman, Kansas, is retiring after a distinguished 42-year career in the banking industry.

The CKFF Parade is Tuesday, July 29 at 4 p.m. The Central Kansas Free Fair begins next week. With the schedule the same as last year, the parade will kick off the fair, followed by the opening night ...

Uncertainty surrounding funding for Abilene’s before- and after-school programming was laid to rest with the notification that the district will receive its 21st Century Community Learning Centers ...

Callie Mueller is the 2025 Miss Rodeo America. Hailing from Florence, South Dakota, the cowgirl was crowned with the national ...

One of the traditions at the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo is having Miss Rodeo America at the event, and this year is no different.

Abilene’s Josie Wilson (center) is a Fargo National Freestyle All American. She placed 4th in the Nation 16U 100lbs.