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Holloway sworn in as new ACPD chief

Jim Holloway was officially sworn in as the new chief of the Arkansas City Police Department during Tuesday's city commission meeting. "Chief Holloway's extensive career with the ACPD spans over three decades," a news release from the city Wednesday morning said. "Graduating from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center as... Read More.

ACHS Jazz Band 4A runner-up at state competition

The Ark City High School Jazz Band finished as 4A runner-up in the state. The band competed in Tuesday's Kansas Bandmasters Association Jazz Championships at Wichita State University. The Bulldogs were also selected for Outstanding Rhythm Section, Trumpet Section and Levi Graves was awarded Outstanding Trumpet Soloist. "We're incredibly proud of the... Read More.

ACFD crews battle several grass fires Tuesday

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.