The commission first approved an ordinance approving dates to fire off fireworks and to sell them. The dates and times to shoot fireworks are from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 1 and July 2 and from 8 a.m.

Editors note: Dave Ellison, a member of the Abilene High School Class of 1953, turned 90 years old on May 19. Painted high on the water tower on 13th Street, the figure stunned Abilene residents one ...

Dickinson County residents interested in public office are reminded that Tuesday, June 2 is the filing deadline to become a candidate.

The Abilene School District remains committed to the Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling literacy program, despite funding uncertainties at the state level.