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Todd Arrington Appointed Director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum
The following is a press release issued by the (U.S.) National Archives and Records Administration:. Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan announced today Dr. Todd Arrington’s appointment as the new Director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene, KS, effective August 26, 2024. Dr. Arrington will oversee the planning, direction, and administration of all Library programs and activities.
Central Kansas Free Fair to celebrate 100th anniversary
Beginning July 27, the Central Kansas Free Fair will be celebrating its 100th year and remembering its history as the fair progresses. The Central Kansas Free Fair is July 30 to Aug. 4 this year. “If you go around the fairgrounds we’re trying to continue to make an effort to improve the facilities so hopefully it’ll make it another 100 years, long after both of us are gone, and hopefully ...
Fort Riley to host 6th annual Bow Slinger Archery Tournament
Fort Riley will host the 6th annual Bow Slinger 3-D archery tournament Aug. 17, and it’s open to the public. The course features 30 three-dimensional targets, including “Bigfoot of the Flint Hills.” Archers of all ages are invited to compete in any of seven different categories. There will not be a separate category for youth.
Missoula Children's Theatre to Present "Robin Hood"
Missoula Children's Theatre is back for another fun summer at the Brown Grand Theatre. The Missoula Children's Theatre, the nation's largest touring children's theatre, has been touring extensively for nearly 50 years now from Montana to Japan, and will visit nearly 1,100 communities this year with up to 44 teams of Tour Actor/Directors.
USD 333’s Second Annual Early Childhood Safari Set for Thursday
Concordia USD 333 is collaborating with OCCK, Bright Beginnings Preschool, Cloud County Community College’s Children’s Learning Center, the Learning Cooperative of North Central Kansas, Parents as Teachers, and others to host the second annual Early Childhood Safari. The event will take place on Thursday, July 25th from 5:30...
Norton Legion Baseball Team To Play In AA State Tournament In Concordia | Games on Q-106.7
The Norton American Legion baseball team has successfully secured a spot in the 2024 Kansas American Legion Class AA State Baseball Tournament in Concordia. As the 8th seed, Norton will be entering the tournament with a record of 10-13. Their first game will be against the top seed Iola, which has an impressive record of 27-6. This matchup is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. and will be broadcast live on Classic Hits Q-106.7 in the Norton area as well as KQNK.com and our free Classic Hits Q-106.7 mobile app.
Central Kansas Free Fair Will Celebrate 100 Years with a Celebration at Eisenhower Park
On Saturday, July 27th the Central Kanas Free Fair in Abilene will celebrate its 100th year with a kick-off celebration at Eisenhower Park. The Free Fair will be from July 30th to August 4th. The Lazy Wayne Band will perform at the Royer Bandshell beginning at 7:00 p.m. Food vendors...
Bakery in Concordia Has Something for Everyone
Photos Courtesy of Little Miss B’s Facebook Page. Little Miss B, a bakery/sweet shop in Concordia, opened its doors on April 1st, 2024. The new business is owned and operated by Derrick and Amy Hittle, as well as Skylar and Kourtni Hittle. The letter ‘B’ in the name was inspired by Skylar and Kourtni’s daughter, Brynlee.
Concordia Fire & EMS Report for Wednesday, July 24th
At 3:12am, M-4 was dispatched for a medical emergency, no patient transport was needed. At 6:36pm, M-5 was dispatched for EMS standby at the rodeo. At 3:29pm, M-4 was dispatched for a medical emergency, one patient was transported to North Central Kansas Medical Center. On Monday July 22nd 2024,. At...
Fan of the Rodeo
For the past four decades, Sid Hammond has been a committee member with the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo in Abilene. It was in 1985 that he began his affiliation with the rodeo. The rodeo had been produced by the fair board, but it was failing. That year, fair board member Joyce Romberger came to Hammond and another saddle club member, Bruce Kogler, asking for their help in rejuvenating it.
The Purple Door Moves to Clay Center
Photo courtesy of The Purple Door’s Facebook Page. The Purple Door has moved from Miltonvale to Clay Center. Now located at 406 Lincoln Avenue in Clay Center, the paint-your-own-pottery studio will have a soft opening and ribbon cutting August 3rd at 10:30 a.m. The studio will also have a...
String4Kids! To Perform Plankton Waltz at Clay Center Carnegie Library
Strings4Kids! will be performing at the Clay Center Carnegie Library on Friday, August 2nd at 11:00 a.m. This performance will feature short solos played on orchestra string instruments. The program is in its third year and is presented by the Friends of the Clay Center Carnegie Library. There is no...
Question: Is fluoride safe?
Note: The issue of adding fluoride to Abilene’s water supply has been addressed several times over the last 40 years. Most recently, the pros and cons of fluoride were discussed this past spring leading the Abilene City Commission — in a 3-2 vote — to remove fluoride from city water on April 22; and then to reinstate it — in another 3-2 vote on May 13. This is the final of a two-part article ...
Arrest in Minneapolis Officer-Involved Shooting
A man who was shot by Kansas Highway Patrol Troopers as he was firing multiple rounds in a public park in Minneapolis back in June has been arrested. According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, officers from the Wichita Police Department arrested Artemas Thor Peck, 46, of Minneapolis, around 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 24, as he was released from Wesley Medical Center. Peck was arrested on an Ottawa County warrant for attempted capital murder and attempted second-degree murder.
Iron Horse Trail nearing completion
It’s been several years in the making, but the Iron Horse Trail from Abilene to Enterprise is almost complete. Long before the first shovel of dirt was thrown, people in Abilene talked about creating a trail. “The idea had been spinning in a few people’s heads for probably 10 years at least,” said Elizabeth Weese, executive director of the Dickinson County Community Foundation. The ...
Former Clarinda athlete Anderson named to 2024 Concordia Athletics Hall of Fame
(KMAland) -- Former Clarinda athlete Audra (Nothwehr) Anderson is among those elected to the 2024 Concordia Athletics Hall of Fame. Anderson was a four-time first team all-conference tennis athlete at Concordia, earning the 2000 Nebraska-Iowa Athletic Conference Player of the Year. Find the complete release from Concordia athletics linked here.
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