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La Isla Mexican Restaurant expands in Herington
12+ hour, 29+ min ago (368+ words) Siblings'Adan Ramirez'and'Lorena Ramirez, along with their father, are the owners and operators of La Isla Mexican Restaurant in Herington. The restaurant recently moved to its new home at 557 US Highway 77. As we continue driving Dickinson County forward, it's always exciting…...
Chapman baseball opens season victorious on the road
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (768+ words) Chapman senior Aven Woods had a big weekend at the plate for the Fighting Irish baseball team, contributing in four wins. Chapman's Benson Smiley dominated on the mound in the Irish's opening win 15-1 over Atchison County Thursday. Smiley tossed a…...
Lady Irish pound Railers to open season
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (330+ words) Chapman shortstop Jai Rogers swung a big bat in the double header win versus Herington. Rogers hit three home runs in game two and had nine RBI on the day. McKenzie Leighty drove in four runs on three hits to…...
Spring events in Abilene fill April calendar
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (531+ words) The annual Eisenhower Marathon and Half-Marathon, scheduled Saturday, April 18 is known for its flat and fast course that follows historic routes. The event is one of many April events taking place in Abilene. A full lineup of spring events is…...
Abilene will be strong contenders in track
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (324+ words) 2026 Cowboy Track and Field Abilene head coach Brad Nicks begins his sixth season at the helm of the Cowboy and Cowgirl track programs. Nicks and his assistant coaches have a roster full of state qualifiers returning this season. "I think…...
78th annual Dickinson Co. 4-H basketball tournament attracts around 100 participants
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (216+ words) Lincolnville Wideawakes and Tampa Triple T's Front row: Grace Klenda (cheerleader), Breckyn Hajek, Abby Erwin, and Sage Schafer (cheerleader); back row: Leann Klenda (coach), Camdyn Hajek, Wesley Klenda, Kollin Klenda, Canon Schafer, Arlie Erwin, Ava Richmond, and Becca Erwin (coach)…...
Cowgirls open season at Salina South
1+ week, 12+ hour ago (419+ words) The Abilene Cowgirl softball team begins the season today at Salina South with two seniors on the roster. At left: pitcher KaiLee Crane and at right: infielder Lizzie Brooks. Centerfielder Josie Keener returns for the Cowgirls after making the All…...
Cowboy tennis ready for the court
1+ week, 2+ day ago (260+ words) Abilene's Thad Pekarek returns for the Cowboy tennis team. He and senior Pierce Casteel were state qualifiers in doubles a year ago. Michael Willey begins his sixth year as head coach of the Abilene Cowboys tennis team and will have…...
Easter pageant returns April 2 & 4
1+ week, 2+ day ago (441+ words) Justin Amos (playing Judas Iscariot) and ensemble respond to the miracles of Jesus. Thomas Bishop (returning for his third year as Jesus) leads the rest of the cast in the Lord's Prayer. Easter is often celebrated within the walls of…...