Local Archives - Page 25 of 102

City details efforts to fully recover from cyber attack at AC water plant

Wednesday, December 18

Comprehensive recovery efforts have Ark City’s water treatment plant operating normally following a ransomware attack that occurred this fall, the city said through a written announcement released Wednesday.A review ultimately determined that “no sensitive data was accessed or exfiltrated during the attack. However, the event underscored the need to... Read More.

Report of a teen coerced into a vehicle leads to Ark City man’s arrest

Monday, December 16

An investigation into a November incident in which a 14-year-old girl was coerced into a vehicle, has led to the arrest of a 25-year-old Ark City man. The female was eventually dropped off the day of the incident and was unharmed.Marvin Andres Chica-Batz was booked into the Cowley County... Read More.

Ark City First Nazarene reminds public of free Clothes Closet on Saturdays

Monday, December 16

First Church of the Nazarene’s free Clothes Closet in Ark City is experiencing more incoming clothes than outgoing clothes, so organizers would like to remind the public they are open every Saturday 8 a.m. to noon.This is a ministry of Ark City Nazarene and all items are free of... Read More.

Ark City man, 22, is accused of pulling a gun following traffic accident

Saturday, December 14

A 22-year-old man from Ark City was arrested Thursday after being accused of brandishing a firearm following a traffic accident at Radio Lane and Summit.Teige Bastion was booked into the Cowley County Jail on charges of criminal threat, possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was booked into jail... Read More.

Argument over parking spot in Ark City leads to incident with gun Friday

Saturday, December 14

A Coyle, Okla. man was arrested Friday after being accused of pointing a gun at someone - and firing a shot into the air - during a dispute over parking in Ark City.49-year-old Jayson Gibson was booked into the Cowley County Jail on charges of aggravated assault, criminal threat... Read More.

Cowley and Southwestern teaming up to provide opportunities in nursing

Friday, December 13

Cowley College and Southwestern College have formalized an agreement between its nursing programs meant to create a seamless pathway for Cowley students seeking to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.Leaders from both institutions gathered Thursday to sign the agreement, marking a new chapter in advancing educational opportunities for... Read More.

KBI arrests Ark City man for rape and other crimes, following investigation

Thursday, December 12

An Ark City man has been arrested - with bond set at $500,000 - on charges of rape and other crimes against a child. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest late Thursday.40-year-old Brian W. Black was taken into custody without incident at his residence Wednesday by KBI... Read More.

Chief: Medical issue led to Winfield accident Saturday; Driver later died

Tuesday, December 10

Investigators believe a medical issue was the cause of an accident on Main in Winfield Saturday afternoon, Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong said Tuesday.The driver, 66-year-old Gretchen Reed, a local woman, died a short time after the accident, which happened at Jumpstart convenience store. DeLong said police are waiting... Read More.

Report: Winfield man made attempt to unholster arresting officer’s firearm

Tuesday, December 10

Police arrested a Winfield man Thursday they said was uncooperative with officers conducting a battery investigation and then grabbed the firearm of an officer attempting to take him into custody. No injuries were reported.38-year-old Kevin S. Redford remained in the Cowley County Jail on Tuesday, according to online records.... Read More.

Ark City girl, 16, injured in rollover accident Monday night on U.S. 77

Tuesday, December 10

A 16-year-old Ark City girl was taken to a Wichita hospital Monday night following a single vehicle rollover accident, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.Tylicca Morris was transported to Wesley Medical Center with what were described as possibly serious injuries. No update on her condition was immediately available this... Read More.

Ark City gets $240,000 in federal money to help develop road safety plan

Monday, December 9

The city of Ark City has been chosen to receive $240,000 in federal funding for use in developing a comprehensive Safety Action Plan meant to improve road safety and reduce crashes.The money is part of $1.1 million awarded to Kansas communities as part of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation’s... Read More.

Missouri man arrested for DUI after Summit accident that damaged pole

Friday, December 6

A Missouri man was arrested early Friday morning following an accident in Ark City that damaged a power pole.Around 3:20 a.m., Ark City police were dispatched to the 1400 block of N. Summit for the report of a motor vehicle accident. A pickup truck pulling a small boat had... Read More.