State issues boil water advisory for residents in Atlanta, Kan.

TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Atlanta public water supply system located in Cowley County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for one minute prior to... Read More.

Thanksgiving seatbelt enforcement campaign begins today in Ark City

This Thanksgiving, the Arkansas City Police Department urges all Kansans to prioritize seatbelt use.  “If wearing your seatbelt isn’t already a habit, now is the time to start a life-saving tradition,” Police Captain Jason  Legleiter said.  From today,  Nov. 21 through December 1, 2024, the Arkansas... Read More.

The top four placers at Ark City Spelling Bee will advance to county bee

Four Ark City middle schoolers advanced to the County Spelling Bee after a challenging City Spelling Bee.From left: 1st place Emma Mangold (ACCA), 2nd place Brooklyn Vickers, 3rd place Jacquelyn Contreras, and 4th place Tyler Feste (ACCA).All participants showcased incredible effort and good sportsmanship... Read More.

Longtime Cowley Sheriff deputy leaves position after arrest for DUI

A 24-year veteran of the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office left his position last week, following his arrest for DUI earlier this month.John Vanroyen, who had attained the rank of corporal deputy, officially departed the sheriff’s office Nov. 13.  A county official said Vanroyen had... Read More.