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Cowley Sheriff’s Office arrests man, 36, following burglary investigation Saturday

Wednesday, April 23

A 36-year-old man remained in the Cowley County Jail Wednesday after a burglary investigation led to his arrest over the weekend.Mark Montana Legrand was booked into jail Saturday afternoon on charges of aggravated burglary and possession of stolen property. His bond was at $4,000.Around... Read More.

ACHS using new visitor check-in system that includes quick background check

Wednesday, April 23

Arkansas City High School this week implemented a new visitor check-in system as part of the district’s ongoing commitment to school safety, district officials said in a written statement.As of Tuesday, Securly Visitor is in place at ACHS's main entrance. All visitors who plan... Read More.

Jessi Ritchhart is named 2025 Arkansas City Outstanding Student at Monday event

Tuesday, April 22

Jessi Ritchhart, a student at Cowley College, has been named the 2025 City of Arkansas City Outstanding Student. The award was presented during a banquet held on Monday, in the Wright Room at Cowley College. As the recipient of this honor, Ritchhart will receive... Read More.

Matt Shelton will coach the Winfield Vikings boys basketball team next season

Thursday, April 17

Matt Shelton will return next year as head coach of the Winfield High School boys basketball team.Shelton had served in the position in an interim role near the conclusion of the season that ended last month. He announced his permanent selection via Facebook this... Read More.

Woman injured Wednesday in crash at U.S. 77 and Country Club south of Winfield

Thursday, April 17

A woman was injured Wednesday afternoon in a two vehicle accident on U.S. 77 highway south of Winfield.Around 3:30 p.m., 23-year-old Kaylee Stiehl was south bound in the 20000 block of 77. Her black 2017 Jeep Cherokee collided with a 2017 white Ford Escape... Read More.

New logo for City of Arkansas City will start showing up gradually over coming year

Thursday, April 17

The City of Ark City has unveiled a new logo that was designed by communications director Shana Adkisson.The logo reflects a deep connection to the city’s history, geography, and collective vision for the future, officials said."Throughout this year, I’ve really listened to some of... Read More.

Students paint panels that become new colorful mural on Summit in Ark City

Wednesday, April 16

A new mural is going up this week on a building in the 100 block of N. Summit. It could be done as soon as Friday.Art students from Cowley College and Ark City High School hand-painted panels with an Ark City postcard theme that... Read More.

Ark City Senior Kinzie Perdue sets 34-year-old school record in the high jump

Tuesday, April 15

Ark City senior Kinzie Perdue has broken a school record in the high jump that stood for 34 years.Perdue recorded a jump of 5 feet 6 inches in the Elite Division of the Shocker Pre-State Challenge held Friday at Cessna Stadium in Wichita. The... Read More.

Legislature provides fix that ensures Strother Field will retain its tax exempt status

Tuesday, April 15

A bill approved by the Kansas Legislature and recently signed by the governor has ensured that Strother Field Airport and Industrial Park will retain its tax exempt status.Without the legislative fix, officials said, the cities of Winfield and Arkansas City faced a growing risk... Read More.

City of Ark City issues statement on passing of man who died on the job Thursday

Friday, April 11

The City of Arkansas City is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Chad Gleason, who died Thursday morning while on duty—doing the work he cared deeply about and took great pride in every day. Chad had been a valued member of the City’s Sanitation... Read More.

Founders Weekend events going on through Sunday at Southwestern in Winfield

Friday, April 11

Southwestern College is celebrating Founders Weekend through Sunday. Several activities are scheduled including new inductees entering various halls of fame.Four Southwestern College halls of fame will open their doors to new inductees. The celebration will include recognition of inductees entering the Leaders in Service... Read More.

Push is on for law to address naked man’s neighborhood strolls south of Ark City

Thursday, April 10

Concern over the behavior of an Ark City area man - who’s been seen taking walks in the nude in his neighborhood - has led to an effort to bolster the law against public nudity.The same issue involving the same person has come up... Read More.

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Author: Shane Farley

Cowley Sheriff’s Office arrests man, 36, following burglary investigation Saturday

ACHS using new visitor check-in system that includes quick background check

Jessi Ritchhart is named 2025 Arkansas City Outstanding Student at Monday event

Matt Shelton will coach the Winfield Vikings boys basketball team next season

Woman injured Wednesday in crash at U.S. 77 and Country Club south of Winfield

New logo for City of Arkansas City will start showing up gradually over coming year

Students paint panels that become new colorful mural on Summit in Ark City

Ark City Senior Kinzie Perdue sets 34-year-old school record in the high jump

Legislature provides fix that ensures Strother Field will retain its tax exempt status

City of Ark City issues statement on passing of man who died on the job Thursday

Founders Weekend events going on through Sunday at Southwestern in Winfield

Push is on for law to address naked man’s neighborhood strolls south of Ark City

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