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Wilson Park getting splash pad; City pursuing major playground upgrade

The Arkansas City Commission has approved two major improvement projects for Wilson Park, advancing the city’s long-term goal of enhancing recreational spaces and family-friendly amenities in the community’s central park. At its Oct. 21 meeting, commissioners authorized a quote from Power Play LLC for $306,500,... Read More.

Winfield’s Conklin named Executive VP, Regional President at RCB Bank

RCB Bank has announced the promotion of Gregg Conklin to Executive Vice President, Regional President, overseeing operations across 13 markets in the Community Region, including Arkansas City, Winfield, Wellington, Oxford, Douglass and a portion of Oklahoma. He will continue to office in Winfield. Conklin has... Read More.

Queen Alalah coronation set for Friday at Cowley College; 5 vie for title

One of five finalists will be named Queen Alalah XCIII Friday night during a coronation that is part of this week's Arkalalah festivities. After three days of online voting, Cowley College students, faculty, staff, and administrators selected the following women as finalists, listed alphabetically: Kinley... Read More.

County to run AC sirens after city scraps emergency management post

The Arkansas City Commission has approved an updated memorandum of understanding with Cowley County to clarify procedures for activating and maintaining the city’s outdoor warning sirens. The revised agreement, effective Nov. 1, 2025, establishes a consistent, countywide approach to outdoor warning siren activation during severe... Read More.