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RCB Bank’s Gloria Ulbrich to be recipient of KBA 50-Year Club Award

RCB Bank is proud to announce that Gloria Ulbrich will be honored by the Kansas Bankers Association (KBA) as a recipient of the prestigious 50-Year Club Award. This recognition celebrates Gloria’s remarkable five decades of service. Her leadership and dedication have strengthened community banking across Kansas. The award ceremony will... Read More.

Man injured Tuesday in accident at stone bridge worksite near Dexter

A man was injured in Cowley County Tuesday morning while operating heavy equipment to demolish a stone bridge near Dexter. Emergency crews responded to the historic Pudden Bridge work site for reports an excavator had fallen from the partially-demolished bridge. The equipment operator was conscious but experiencing back discomfort, according... Read More.

Ark City’s VanGilder named outstanding music educator by regional group

The South Central Kansas Music Educators Association has selected Arkansas City High School Band Director Chris VanGilder as the SCKMEA Outstanding High School Music Educator for 2025–2026. VanGilder has devoted 35 years to teaching, including 27 years leading the ACHS band program. He teaches every part of the music curriculum... Read More.

2 people hospitalized following crash near Udall Monday afternoon

UDALL — Two people were injured Monday afternoon when their vehicle crashed after reports of reckless driving on K-15 Highway west of Udall, according to the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office. Shortly before 3:40 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a report of a reckless driver heading east toward Udall. While units... Read More.

Ribbon cutting celebrates opening of new hike & bike section in AC

The sun broke through and fog lifted Tuesday morning as community partners gathered to celebrate the official dedication of Arkansas City’s new two-mile Hike & Bike Trail extension. The added stretch connects directly to the existing route, creating a loop of roughly four-point-two miles. The City of Arkansas City and... Read More.

Winfield shooting victim out of the hospital; Investigation continuing

An investigation continues into a weekend alley shooting off Main Street, as detectives work to identify those involved in the gunfire that injured a 28-year-old man late Saturday, Winfield Police said through a written statement released Monday. Officers were called just after 11 p.m. to the east alley in the... Read More.

Winfield Police probe shooting near Main; Suspect search underway

A person was transported to the hospital in critical condition late Saturday following a shooting just off Main St. in Winfield, according to radio traffic from the scene. Preliminary reports indicated a male victim was struck in the shoulder. The incident is said to have occurred in the alley behind... Read More.

AC’s Jill Hunter honored with Spirit of Humanity Award on Tuesday

A warm crowd gathered Tuesday evening in Arkansas City to celebrate someone who seems to lift the community wherever she goes. Friends, supporters, and local leaders turned out at the Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce to honor Jill Hunter, the 2025 recipient of Legacy Regional Community Foundation’s Spirit... Read More.

Southwestern College presenting Eagerheart three times next month

Southwestern College’s 93rd annual production of Eagerheart will be presented three times next month. Performances are set for Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m., and Sunday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Messenger Recital Hall inside the Darbeth Fine Arts Building. Admission is free and open... Read More.

Ark City Clerk Tiffany Parsons completes certification program at WSU

ARKANSAS CITY — City Clerk Tiffany Parsons was recognized at the Nov. 18 City Commission meeting for completing the City Clerks and Municipal Finance Officers Association of Kansas Municipal Clerks Certification Institute, a four-year professional development program offered through Wichita State University’s Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs. Parsons graduated... Read More.

Arson suspected in fire that burned vacant Winfield home Thursday

WINFIELD — Winfield firefighters are investigating an early-morning house fire Thursday that officials believe was intentionally set. Crews were dispatched at 1:39 a.m. to 1214 Stewart St., where they arrived to find heavy fire coming from the structure, according to a news release from Winfield Fire/EMS. The department, led by... Read More.

Southwestern officially dedicates nursing program with a ceremony

WINFIELD — Southwestern College President Liz Frombgen officially dedicated the nursing program as the Grace and David Nichols Division of Nursing, celebrating ongoing progress during a ceremony at the Beech Science Center. Faculty and staff, Board of Trustees members, alumni, community partners, friends of the college, and nursing and pre-nursing... Read More.
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