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Bridge work is going on now on U.S. 77 bypass in southeast portion of Ark City

Tuesday, August 27

A U.S. 77 bridge repair project has started in Cowley County. The Kansas Department of Transportation project is on U.S. 77 bypass over a railway southeast of Arkansas City. The work began Monday and is expected to be completed around Dec. 30. During the work, traffic is reduced to one lane... Read More.

Body discovered near railroad tracks north of Winfield Sunday; Autopsy scheduled

Monday, August 26

The Cowley County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a person whose remains were found near railroad tracks Sunday afternoon. Around 2:30 p.m., deputies were sent to tracks west of the K-15 and U.S. 77 highway junction north of Winfield. A BNSF Railroad employee had discovered the remains of... Read More.

Family: Stolen vehicle in Arkansas City last week has not been recovered, so far

Monday, August 26

Multiple Cowley County law enforcement agencies have recently investigated instances of vehicles that were stolen. In Ark City last week, a black Cadillac four-door sedan with personalized plate reading “NIMBLE,” was stolen from S. Summit in Ark City. Family said this weekend that the car had yet to be recovered. It... Read More.

Arkansas City Fire Department is mourning the loss of firefighter Trevor Rusk

Saturday, August 24

The Ark City Fire Dept. is mourning the loss of firefighter/EMT Trevor Rusk, who died while off duty. Rusk, 36, is a Wellington native. "Trevor was not only a dedicated firefighter but also a friend to many. His courage, professionalism, and selflessness will never be forgotten,” Fire Chief Stuart Cassaboom... Read More.

Ukraine will be the focus of a movie screening and talks to be held at SC Sept. 5

Thursday, August 22

“The Question of Ukraine,” a community event sponsored by the Southwestern College Deets Library and the Winfield Public Library, will be held on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 6 p.m., in Deets Library. Refreshments will be available and there is no admission charge. Community members will have an opportunity to view the... Read More.

Electrical storm thought to be cause of oil tank battery fire this morning near Winfield

Thursday, August 22

Lightning is thought to be the cause of an oil tank battery fire that occurred this morning just off U.S. 160 highway east of Winfield. Around 9:15 a.m., fire crews were called to the area of 172nd and 161st Rds. The fire produced heavy smoke and bursts of flame. El... Read More.

Southwestern graduate part of Nigerian basketball team that made Olympic history

Thursday, August 22

The 2024 Paris Olympics offered a number of memorable moments, notably a Southwestern College graduate who had a hand in making history. Prince Ezeala, a 2007 Southwestern College graduate, was an assistant coach for the Nigerian women’s Olympic basketball team. With wins over heavily favored Australia and Canada, the Nigerian... Read More.

KISS’s Paul Stanley to be in Braham for opening of new Rock & Rollers Slot Room

Wednesday, August 21

Paul Stanley - frontman for the rock band KISS - will be in Braman next month for a grand opening celebration at Rock & Brews Casino. Stanley, who is a co-founder of both the band and Rock & Brews, will take part in a ribbon cutting ceremony at noon Sept.... Read More.

Soroptimist International of Ark City distributes socks and underwear to local kids

Monday, August 19

Soroptimist International of Arkansas City recently held their annual sock and underwear distribution for children Pre-K through Fifth Grade. Approximately 300 children benefitted by receiving a package of socks and a package of underwear to start the school year. This is the 12th year Soroptimist International of Arkansas City... Read More.

Ark City Police taking part in increased DUI Enforcement effort as holiday approaches

Friday, August 16

The Arkansas City Police Department will be actively participating in the You Drink. You Drive. You Lose. campaign from this Saturday through Labor Day, Sept. 2. This statewide initiative, conducted in partnership with other law enforcement agencies across Kansas, aims to remove impaired drivers from the roadways and reduce the... Read More.

Fundraising ongoing for Winfield fairgrounds entertainment stage to honor Rick Meyer

Tuesday, August 13

Drawings have been released, and fundraising is ongoing, for an entertainment stage at the Winfield fairgrounds that will honor the late Rick Meyer. Agora Architecture of Winfield provided concept rendering images. The city of Winfield is teaming with the Walnut Valley Festival and Cowley County Fair on the project. Meyer... Read More.

Lightning from morning storm may have caused house fire east of Winfield Monday

Monday, August 12

Lightning is the suspected cause of a house fire early this morning at a residence east of Winfield just off U.S. 160 highway. Around 4:40 a.m. Monday, Burden Fire Dept. was dispatched to 19479 US 160 for the report of a structure fire. Winfield Fire/EMS responded to the scene as... Read More.

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Bridge work is going on now on U.S. 77 bypass in southeast portion of Ark City

Body discovered near railroad tracks north of Winfield Sunday; Autopsy scheduled

Family: Stolen vehicle in Arkansas City last week has not been recovered, so far

Arkansas City Fire Department is mourning the loss of firefighter Trevor Rusk

Ukraine will be the focus of a movie screening and talks to be held at SC Sept. 5

Electrical storm thought to be cause of oil tank battery fire this morning near Winfield

Southwestern graduate part of Nigerian basketball team that made Olympic history

KISS’s Paul Stanley to be in Braham for opening of new Rock & Rollers Slot Room

Soroptimist International of Ark City distributes socks and underwear to local kids

Ark City Police taking part in increased DUI Enforcement effort as holiday approaches

Fundraising ongoing for Winfield fairgrounds entertainment stage to honor Rick Meyer

Lightning from morning storm may have caused house fire east of Winfield Monday

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