Local Archives - Page 54 of 109

ACHS principal, hired last March, announces she will resign at end of school year

Friday, March 1

Ark City High School Principal Melissa Seacat announced Thursday she will not return to USD 470 after this school year. According to a news release from the school district Friday morning, Seacat will step down as ACHS head principal effective June 30. Seacat was announced as the new... Read More.

ACFD crews battle several grass fires Tuesday

Thursday, February 29

Ark City firefighters were busy with several grass fires Tuesday -- including one that forced evacuations of casinos north of Newkirk near the stateline. According to a news release from Ark City Fire/EMS Thursday morning, the first incident was reported at approximately 2 p.m. Tuesday in the vicinity of Lord... Read More.

ACPD increases presence around Ark City High School for seatbelt enforcement campaign

Tuesday, February 27

The Arkansas City Police Department is participating in the SAFE (Seatbelts Are for Everyone) Seatbelt Enforcement Campaign through March 8. According to a news release from the ACPD Monday, the campaign began this week. "Citizens should expect an increased police traffic enforcement presence around the Arkansas City High School," the police... Read More.

Local health department testing shows alarming spike in lead levels among area children

Monday, February 26

From JUDITH ZACCARIA/Cowley CourierTraveler (Editor's Note: CourierTraveler Publisher David A. Seaton contributed to this story. Reporting for this story was underwritten by a children's health grant from the Kansas Newspaper Foundation made possible through the Legacy Regional Community Foundation for the use of all media outlets.) Concerned groups who put together troubling... Read More.

City of Ark City announces public entrance changes for City Hall

Monday, February 26

The City of Ark City has announced changes to its public entrance policy. According to a news release Monday morning, City Hall will have only two designated public entrances beginning Monday. They will be the main entrance on Central Avenue and the handicapped entrance on the north side of the building. "Visitors... Read More.

Ark City first responders honored by Children’s Mercy of KC for saving life of local teen

Friday, February 23

Representatives from Children's Mercy of Kansas City presented the Lifesaving Heart of Kindness Award to several Arkansas City first responders during Tuesday's Ark City commission meeting. According to a news release Friday from the City of Ark City, the Ark City Fire/EMS Department was dispatched to a local residence for... Read More.

USDA approves nearly $10M in water infrastructure funds for Belle Plaine, Burden

Thursday, February 22

The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved nearly $10 million in funds for the cities of Burden and Belle Plaine for infrastructure improvements. According USDA Kansas State Director for Rural Development Christy Davis Wednesday, the loans and grant are part of nine infrastructure projects across the state funded by USDA totaling $22.4... Read More.

KDOT approves over $300K for rail rehabilitation work in Cowley County

Wednesday, February 21

Over $300,000 in Kansas Department of Transportation funds is coming to Cowley County for short line rail rehabilitation. According to a news release from the governor's office Tuesday, South Kansas & Oklahoma Railroad's application for funds was approved for $319,802 for what Topeka labeled as "major rehabilitation" work for short... Read More.

Annual WNH, Winfield Rec fun run raises over $2,500 for Isle of Lights

Tuesday, February 20

The Mile of Lights Fun Run/Walk raised $2,690 for Winfield Isle of Lights. "December’s Mile of Lights Fun Run/Walk continued its record-breaking streak with over 800 people registered for the 5th-annual event hosted by the Winfield Recreation Commission and William Newton Hospital," a press release from WNH stated Tuesday. William Newton... Read More.

Starbucks to take spot of closed Ark City bowling alley property

Monday, February 19

A Starbucks is coming to Ark City. According to the City of Ark City Monday, the city recently received and approved building permits for the construction of a Starbucks coffee chain at the site of the former Hillcrest Lanes bowling alley at 2400 N. Summit. Starbucks was founded in 1971 in... Read More.

Grant clears way for new hire, position at local charity organization

Monday, February 19

Legacy Regional Community Foundation has announced a new position and hire to its organization. "Legacy Regional Community Foundation is excited to announce the addition of Tim Rosproy to the Legacy team," a press release said. "Rosproy is the newest member of the Legacy team, joining in February 2024. "Rosproy is serving... Read More.

Ark City, Winfield combine to send 18 wrestlers to state

Monday, February 19

Ark City and Winfield will be well-represented at state wrestling this weekend. The Bulldogs, the 5A regional host this past weekend, will send eight to the state tournament -- including 5A regional champion Kolby Quint at 113 pounds. Quint, a sophomore goes from the Dawg Pound to Hartman Arena in... Read More.