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Ark City schools will open enrollment for next school year later this month

Arkansas City Public Schools will open enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year beginning April 22. Current families can complete enrollment online through the PowerSchool Parent Portal starting that day. Families needing help with enrollment can attend in-person support sessions on April 28 and April 29, from 4:30 to 7 p.m., at... Read More.

City of AC announces outstanding student finalists at an event on Monday

Arkansas City recognized finalists for its 2026 Outstanding Student Award during a reception held Monday at Cowley College’s Brown Center. Students from Arkansas City Middle School, Arkansas City High School and Cowley College were honored for academic achievement and community involvement. Finalists from Arkansas City Middle School are Cara Cales, Brooklyn... Read More.

Sheriff: Pedestrian fatality north of Ark City in February was accidental

Authorities say a fatal pedestrian crash in late February has been ruled an accident. Cowley County Sheriff David Falletti said the investigation determined Kasey Joe Barclay, 32, formerly of Ponca City, Oklahoma, walked into traffic prior to being struck. The crash occurred Feb. 28 at approximately 7:20 p.m. at U.S. 77... Read More.

Program aims to address loneliness, build connections in Cowley County

A community-focused organization is inviting local residents to take part in a paid 12-week program aimed at strengthening neighborhood connections and developing grassroots leadership. The The Neighboring Movement is accepting participants for its Community Animator Network, or CAN, a program centered on building relationships and identifying strengths within local neighborhoods. According... Read More.

Cowley judge rules inmate needs a hearing on reversal of parole approval

A Cowley County judge has ordered a new hearing in the high-profile parole case of Jimmie K. Nelms, ruling the Kansas Prisoner Review Board violated due process when it rescinded his parole last year. Cowley County has jurisdiction in the case because Nelms is currently housed at the Winfield Correctional... Read More.

William Newton Hospital starts design work on new emergency department

WINFIELD - William Newton Hospital has finalized an agreement with Alloy Architecture to design a new emergency department, a key step forward as fundraising for the project nears its goal, according to a written release from the hospital. Representatives from the hospital, the William Newton Healthcare Foundation and Alloy recently... Read More.

ACHS music students perform well at regional solo and ensemble festival

ARKANSAS CITY — Arkansas City High School music students earned top marks Saturday at the Regional Solo and Small Ensemble Festival held at Andover High School. A total of 135 students from ACHS participated in the event, showcasing their talent across a wide range of solo and ensemble performances. Students were... Read More.

Winfield Police investigate armed robbery reported early Sunday morning

WINFIELD — Police are investigating an aggravated robbery reported early Sunday in the parking lot of a business in the 2100 block of East Ninth Ave. Officers with the Winfield Police Department were dispatched at approximately 1:05 a.m. Sunday. When they arrived, the suspect or suspects had already fled the... Read More.

House fire Friday morning damages a Winfield home; Residents out safely

A house fire Friday morning in Winfield displaced residents and claimed the life of a pet, according to fire officials. Fire crews were dispatched at approximately 7:58 a.m. to a reported structure fire at 802 E. Eighth Ave. Upon arrival, firefighters observed heavy smoke and flames coming from the front... Read More.
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