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Ark City woman arrested Wednesday for break-in at a restaurant on N. Summit

Thursday, April 3

Quick work by the Ark City Police Dept. this morning led to the arrest of a local woman accused of burglarizing a restaurant on N. Summit. 40-year-old Cassandra Simmons remained in the Cowley County Jail with bond set at $8,500. Booking charges include burglary, theft, and possession of meth and... Read More.

City of Arkansas City announces 2025 Outstanding Student Award nominees

Thursday, April 3

The City of Arkansas City is excited to celebrate the achievements of local students at the upcoming Outstanding Student Award Reception and Banquet. This program, established in 1984 by the City Commission, recognizes students who exemplify academic excellence and civic involvement. Each year, teachers, staff, and administrators nominate students for... Read More.

Two taken into custody after burglary early Tuesday at Ark City convenience store

Wednesday, April 2

An 18-year-old Ark City man and a juvenile suspect were taken into custody Tuesday following a police investigation into a break in at a local convenience store. Robert Killman remained in the Cowley County Jail Wednesday with bond set at $10,000. He was booked on charges of burglary, theft, criminal... Read More.

One person is killed this morning in accident near Oxford on U.S. Highway 160

Tuesday, April 1

A person was killed early Tuesday morning when a pickup truck struck a power pole on U.S. 160 highway near Oxford. Around 3:10 a.m., Sumner County Sheriff deputies were dispatched to the 1800 block of 160 just east of Oxford. They arrived to find a vehicle had struck a pole. Through... Read More.

Free musical performance is set for April 11 at Southwestern College in Winfield

Tuesday, April 1

Southwestern College and the South Kansas Symphony will present “Yakja Hona,” a Pakistani/Kansas collaborative arts project featuring The Switchgrass String Quartet and The Multifarious Trio, on Friday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m., in the Richardson Performing Arts Center. There is no admission charge and the public is invited to... Read More.

Suspect remains in custody after pursuit and Taser incident near Udall Saturday

Tuesday, April 1

A 35-year-old woman remained in the Cowley County Jail Tuesday following a weekend pursuit near Udall that led to her arrest. Samantha R. Socey was arrested on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges. Her bond is set at $27,700. Around 6:30 p.m. Saturday, deputies were dispatched to the report of a suspicious... Read More.

New Hackney Bridge opens to traffic nearly six years after old bridge was closed

Friday, March 28

After years of a closed roadway just off U.S. 77 highway, a new bridge on 222nd Rd. in Cowley County is now open to traffic. In 2019, the Hackney Bridge was closed indefinitely when a wear spot led engineers to determine the structure was no longer safe for traffic. County... Read More.

Guinness Book attempt starts in Ark City with event Saturday and Friday proclamation

Thursday, March 27

An attempt to set a Guinness World Record - that’s set to begin in Ark City Saturday - will be recognized by city commissioners at a special meeting. A proclamation for Warren Edwards will be presented just a day before he is to begin his 50 States in 50 Days... Read More.

Car and semi collision east of Oxford results in minor injuries for Wichita man Wed.

Wednesday, March 26

One person sustained minor injuries this morning following a collision between a car and semi on U.S. 160 highway near Oxford, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol. Around 10:40 a.m. Wednesday, 75-year-old Doai Van Do, of Wichita, was eastbound on 160 when he attempted to make a U-turn in the... Read More.

Ark City High School’s symphonic choir earns gold at Nashville Heritage Festival

Tuesday, March 25

The Arkansas City High School Symphonic Choir recently returned from an unforgettable spring break trip that combined music, culture, and powerful learning experiences across three cities. The journey began in Memphis with a moving visit to the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel. Students explored the site’s rich... Read More.

Newell Rubbermaid has purchased the former Silgan plastics plant in east Winfield

Monday, March 24

Newell Brands Inc. - owner of Rubbermaid - has bought the former Silgan building on E. 12th in Winfield, according to Cowley County property records. The purchase adds about 160,000 square feet of industrial and, or, warehouse space to Newell Rubbermaid’s already-significant local footprint. In Nov. 2023, Silgan - a... Read More.

KDOT to survey along K-15 for guardrail improvement project in Cowley County

Saturday, March 22

A field survey for the Kansas Department of Transportation along K-15 in Cowley County is scheduled to begin this week. The survey is for guardrail improvements at seven locations beginning one-third mile east of 31st Road, east to one-quarter mile west of the north K-15/U.S. 77 junction. The survey... Read More.

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Ark City woman arrested Wednesday for break-in at a restaurant on N. Summit

City of Arkansas City announces 2025 Outstanding Student Award nominees

Two taken into custody after burglary early Tuesday at Ark City convenience store

One person is killed this morning in accident near Oxford on U.S. Highway 160

Free musical performance is set for April 11 at Southwestern College in Winfield

Suspect remains in custody after pursuit and Taser incident near Udall Saturday

New Hackney Bridge opens to traffic nearly six years after old bridge was closed

Guinness Book attempt starts in Ark City with event Saturday and Friday proclamation

Car and semi collision east of Oxford results in minor injuries for Wichita man Wed.

Ark City High School’s symphonic choir earns gold at Nashville Heritage Festival

Newell Rubbermaid has purchased the former Silgan plastics plant in east Winfield

KDOT to survey along K-15 for guardrail improvement project in Cowley County

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