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Abilene, Kansas Patch AM: a 3 min readHello again Abilene! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See the new America 250 mural honoring veterans in downtown Abilene.
- Why Abilene’s Eisenhower Library ranks among Kansas’ 8 Wonders.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 95, low: 71. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 97 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• VFW Celebrates America 250 (abilene-rc.com) — Abilene’s General Dwight D. Eisenhower VFW Post 3279 has unveiled an America 250 mural downtown, funded largely by local partners and honoring all military branches. The story highlights Abilene’s patriotic reputation, year-round flag-lined streets, strong support for veterans, and the town’s draw for visitors to the Eisenhower Presidential Library and major annual events. 
• A list of the 8 Wonders of Kansas — and what you should know before exploring (kansas.com) — One of Kansas’ officially recognized “8 Wonders” is the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum in Abilene, where visitors can explore millions of documents, artifacts, and the president’s boyhood home. The guide also spotlights other standout Kansas destinations, from Monument Rocks to Strataca and Tallgrass Prairie, with practical tips on what to expect and what it costs.
📸 Around Abilene
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Teacher Floating Workday
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Teacher Professional Development Day
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City Commission Meeting: Study Session to follow. →
City of Abilene Calendar, Abilene Public Library 209 NW 4th St., Abilene
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AHS Dance Camp
Mckinley Elem Abilene High School Main Gym
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BOE Meeting
Mckinley Elem Abilene, KS 67410
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Sister City Board Meeting →
City of Abilene Calendar, Abilene Public Library - Jordan Room 209 NW 4th St., Abilene -
Teacher Professional Development Day
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AHS Dance Camp
Mckinley Elem Abilene High School Main Gym
8:00 am
Friday August 7
Monday August 10
Tuesday August 11
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Teacher Floating Workday
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Flint Hills Expres →
Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad, 200 SE 5th St, Abilene
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Teacher Professional Development Day
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AHS Dance Camp
Mckinley Elem Abilene High School Main Gym
4:00 pm
Friday August 7
Sunday August 9
Monday August 10
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💬 Chatter
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- If anyone finds my jack Russell terrier lost on may 29th in abilene ks.
Last seen on NW fourth street and mulberry street. Someone did see 3 lose dogs today in Abilene ks on cedar Street please call the police or the… (Nextdoor Abilene)
- Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores posted a job opening for Diesel Technician Apprentice in Abilene. Apply here.
- Russell Stover, Inc. posted a job opening for Machine Operator - 2nd Shift in Abilene. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Abilene here.
🗞 Nearby News
Salina
- Rebate program for poor water quality in Salina begins (salina.com)
- Salina Central production recognized at national theater fest (salina.com)
- Kansas Democrats choose Sen. Cindy Holscher as gubernatorial nominee (salina.com)
Clay Center
- Why Recent Expansion Projects Are Good News for Ag Retailers (croplife.com)
Ok Abilene! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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