Day: December 5, 2025

Then & Now: Schiltz Buggies
Twin brothers Anthony (1849-1930) and Matthias/Mathew “Mat” (1849-1904) changed companies often and owned/ran various ventures either together or separately. The pair owned property through to

Smothered In Mischief: Sister-Brother Duo Releases Trio of Children’s Poem Books
As then-teacher Elizabeth VanHoutan read her daughter bedtime stories, she became disenchanted with the tales. There was a poor rhyme or something that didn’t quite

CPD Releases Statement Regarding Recent Scam Caller
Concordia Police Department Photo Courtesy of Canva The Concordia Police Department has been made aware that an unknown individual is attempting to contact citizens stating

Abilene Culinary Students Prepare Meals to Fight Hunger Through Kids Feeding Kids Project
Photo Courtesy of Canva Abilene High School students in Mr. Chris Krenzin’s culinary classes recently prepared 250 chicken and vegetable fried rice meals, combining hands-on

CCHD: Reduced-Cost Vaccines Available for Uninsured and Under-Insured Adults 19 and Up
Nikki Burwell, Clay County Health Department Photo Courtesy of Canva The Clay County Health Department is excited to announce the expansion of its Vaccines for

Gaylord Sanneman Appointed National Sergeant-At-Arms of The American Legion
American Legion Photo Courtesy of Gaylord Sanneman Gaylord K. Sanneman was appointed National Sergeant-At-Arms of The American Legion on August 28, 2025, at the organization’s