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More than $2,000 in fireworks is stolen from Burden student fundraising stand

Monday, June 30

A fireworks stand - operated by the student organization for Central Burden Schools USD 462 - was the victim of theft sometime after closing on Sunday.District officials said via Facebook that more than $2,000 in fireworks were taken. Burden Police have been contacted and are investigating. Contact the police... Read More.

A fire on Saturday night destroys an Ark City garage and burns two vehicles

Monday, June 30

A garage was destroyed, and cars were burned, in a fire late Saturday in Ark City, fire officials said.An exact cause of the blaze has yet to be determined and an investigation is ongoing. Damage was estimated at $50,000.Around 10 p.m., the Ark City Fire - EMS Dept. responded... Read More.

Fireworks sales start Friday in Ark City; Fire Marshal offers a list of safety tips

Thursday, June 26

Fireworks sales in Arkansas City will begin Friday under a one-time seasonal extension approved by the City Commission. During a recent meeting, the Commission voted to temporarily extend the permitted sale and detonation of fireworks within city limits through Saturday, July 5, 2025, in observance of the Independence Day... Read More.

AC Senior Center director says they’re working to avoid gap in meals service

Wednesday, June 25

The City of Arkansas City, the Arkansas City Senior Center, and the South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging are working together to ensure continued meal service for local seniors as the current Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels contract comes to an end.The existing contract with Aging Projects... Read More.

Cowley County deputy is ‘fine’ after being briefly stuck in vehicle on Tuesday

Tuesday, June 24

A Cowley County Sheriff’s Deputy - who was briefly stuck inside of a vehicle Tuesday afternoon - has been treated for heat related injuries and released.Cowley County Sheriff Dave Falletti said the man was stuck in the vehicle for seven to 10 minutes. Multiple deputies and Winfield Police and... Read More.

Hydrant flushing going on this week in southeast Ark City; Will continue into July

Tuesday, June 24

The City of Arkansas City will continue its annual fire hydrant flushing program this week, with crews moving into southeast Arkansas City. Work was to begin Monday and continue through at least early July.Environmental Services Department personnel will be flushing Section 2, which includes 101 fire hydrants. This section... Read More.

Accident Friday near South Haven claims the life of 22-year-old Ark City man

Saturday, June 21

An Ark City man died late Friday night in an accident north of South Haven in Sumner County, according to a report from the Kansas Highway Patrol.Jordan L. Wade, 22, was dead at the scene of the single-vehicle accident that occurred just before 9:30 p.m. A passenger in the... Read More.

Dam Jam Music Festival calls off show for this year; Plans to return in 2026

Friday, June 20

The Dam Jam Music Festival - scheduled for next month at the Winfield Fairgrounds - has been postponed until 2026.Earlier this year, festival officials announced that they were moving the festival to Winfield under a three-year contract with the city of Winfield. City manager Taggart Wall said the city... Read More.

Storm update: City offers reminder about licenses for contractors, sales people

Thursday, June 19

Following recent storms, contractors and salespeople have been going door-to-door offering services such as roofing, hail, and windshield repair. The City of Arkansas City reminds residents that any individual engaging in door-to-door sales must first obtain a valid Private Premises License from the City. It is unlawful to enter or... Read More.

Hail, heavy rain, high winds Tuesday cause new round of clean up for Ark City

Wednesday, June 18

The City of Arkansas City is responding to significant challenges following multiple rounds of severe storms, widespread flooding, and continued debris cleanup from recent weather events, city officials said through a media statement released WednesdayIn the past 24 hours alone, the city received 3.87 inches of rain, including 0.96... Read More.

AC commission gives go ahead for design work for W. Kansas water line project

Tuesday, June 17

Engineering and design work has been approved for the W. Kansas Ave. water line improvements project, Ark City officials announced Tuesday.The agreement was approved earlier this month by voice vote of the city commission, with an amount not to exceed $30,600. Ark City-based Smith and Oakes, Inc. has since... Read More.

Emergency grant from state will keep meal programs going for area seniors

Thursday, June 12

An emergency grant of $100,000 from the Kansas Dept. of Aging and Disability Services will ensure that Meals On Wheels and Friendship Meals continue to be served in several area counties, including Cowley and Sumner.The South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging had provided those meals to older residents... Read More.