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Students paint panels that become new colorful mural on Summit in Ark City

Wednesday, April 16

A new mural is going up this week on a building in the 100 block of N. Summit. It could be done as soon as Friday. Art students from Cowley College and Ark City High School hand-painted panels with an Ark City postcard theme that includes various familiar images from... Read More.

Ark City Senior Kinzie Perdue sets 34-year-old school record in the high jump

Tuesday, April 15

Ark City senior Kinzie Perdue has broken a school record in the high jump that stood for 34 years. Perdue recorded a jump of 5 feet 6 inches in the Elite Division of the Shocker Pre-State Challenge held Friday at Cessna Stadium in Wichita. The previous record of 5 feet... Read More.

Legislature provides fix that ensures Strother Field will retain its tax exempt status

Tuesday, April 15

A bill approved by the Kansas Legislature and recently signed by the governor has ensured that Strother Field Airport and Industrial Park will retain its tax exempt status. Without the legislative fix, officials said, the cities of Winfield and Arkansas City faced a growing risk of needing to impose a... Read More.

City of Ark City issues statement on passing of man who died on the job Thursday

Friday, April 11

The City of Arkansas City is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Chad Gleason, who died Thursday morning while on duty—doing the work he cared deeply about and took great pride in every day. Chad had been a valued member of the City’s Sanitation Division since January 2024. More... Read More.

Founders Weekend events going on through Sunday at Southwestern in Winfield

Friday, April 11

Southwestern College is celebrating Founders Weekend through Sunday. Several activities are scheduled including new inductees entering various halls of fame. Four Southwestern College halls of fame will open their doors to new inductees. The celebration will include recognition of inductees entering the Leaders in Service Hall of Fame for the... Read More.

Push is on for law to address naked man’s neighborhood strolls south of Ark City

Thursday, April 10

Concern over the behavior of an Ark City area man - who’s been seen taking walks in the nude in his neighborhood - has led to an effort to bolster the law against public nudity. The same issue involving the same person has come up before in the IXL neighborhood... Read More.

Ark City students recognized for academic achievement at Monday event at Cowley

Tuesday, April 8

The City of Arkansas City hosted a reception on April 7, 2025, at Cowley College’s Brown Center to announce the finalists for the 2025 Outstanding Student Award. Students from Arkansas City Middle School, Arkansas City High School, and Cowley College were recognized for their academic excellence and civic engagement. Outstanding... Read More.

Urgent Care in Winfield has announced it will permanently close effective Thursday

Tuesday, April 8

Urgent Care of Cowley County, located in Winfield, will close permanently on Thursday, according to a statement issued through the company website. Walk in appointments will be available 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Wednesday and Thursday. Rising costs of medical supplies, equipment and staffing, as well as stagnant insurance reimbursement... Read More.

Three-vehicle accident near Udall Wednesday sends several people to the hospital

Thursday, April 3

Multiple people were hospitalized Wednesday evening as the result of a three-vehicle accident that occurred near Udall, according to a report from the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office. Emergency crews were dispatched to the 2000 block of K-15 highway around 7:15 p.m. for the report of an injury accident. A black Honda... Read More.

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.

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Students paint panels that become new colorful mural on Summit in Ark City

Ark City Senior Kinzie Perdue sets 34-year-old school record in the high jump

Legislature provides fix that ensures Strother Field will retain its tax exempt status

City of Ark City issues statement on passing of man who died on the job Thursday

Founders Weekend events going on through Sunday at Southwestern in Winfield

Push is on for law to address naked man’s neighborhood strolls south of Ark City

Ark City students recognized for academic achievement at Monday event at Cowley

Urgent Care in Winfield has announced it will permanently close effective Thursday

Three-vehicle accident near Udall Wednesday sends several people to the hospital

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

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