Dickinson County businesses are invited to submit December 4–6 holiday events and promotions for DDC’s free weekend guide. Plus, register by November 18 for two countywide holiday campaigns.

Driving Dickinson County is launching two countywide holiday campaigns — Win What You Spend and the Merry & Bright Storefront Showdown — to encourage local shopping, support Dickinson County businesses and keep more holiday spending close to home. Both campaigns run Nov. 27–Dec. 24, 2026, and participation is open to eligible businesses across the county.

La Isla Mexican Restaurant is growing in Herington with a new, larger location at 557 US Highway 77. Family-owned by Adan and Lorena Ramirez, the restaurant combines authentic Mexican favorites, colorful handcrafted décor, and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers coming back.

Sisters Hanna Nagely and Karina Harris turned a shared dream into R&K Boutique, a new Abilene business built around family, faith, and community. With a local storefront and online shop, the sisters are bringing apparel, accessories, children’s items, and a welcoming shopping experience to Dickinson County.