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ACPD arrests four on drug charges

Friday, February 2

(Photos courtesy ACPD) Four Ark City residents were arrested on drug charges Monday, according to a news release from the Ark City Police Department Friday. "Officers of the Arkansas City Police Department took a proactive step in addressing illegal drug problems within the community by surveilling a residence recognized for possible... Read More.

Ark City Fire/EMS called to house fire late Sunday night

Thursday, February 1

Ark City Fire/EMS responded to a reported structure fire in the 1500 block of North 5th Street late Sunday night. According to a news release from the fire department Wednesday, crews were called to the scene at approximately 10:30 p.m. and when they arrived, found fire in an exterior wall of... Read More.

Clark surpasses 2,000 career points as a Moundbuilder in SC’s 97-71 win vs Avila

Thursday, February 1

The accolades and accomplishments for Cevin Clark continue. The Southwestern College men's basketball star eclipsed 2,000 career points as a Moundbuilder Wednesday night in SC's 97-71 win at home against Avila inside Stewart Field House in Winfield. Clark, an Ark City High School grad in just his second season at Southwestern,... Read More.

City of Winfield urges water customers to complete EPA-directed survey to help identity lead pipes

Wednesday, January 31

The City of Winfield is advising utilities customers to complete a survey it hopes will help identify lead water lines. "The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced changes to drinking water regulations requiring water suppliers to identify all materials used in the construction of water distribution... Read More.

Ark City school district announces free meals for all students starting Thursday

Wednesday, January 31

Ark City USD 470 will have access to free breakfast and lunch for students starting Thursday. According to a news release from the school district Wednesday, all students in USD 470 will have access to free meals at school for the remainder of the school year and is made possible by... Read More.

Meyer posthumously inducted into Kansas Fairs & Festivals Association Hall of Fame

Tuesday, January 30

The late Rick Meyer was inducted into the Kansas Fairs & Festivals Association Hall of Fame Friday. Meyer, a longtime fixture in the background of the everyday operation of the City of Winfield and the big events every year like the Walnut Valley Festival, the Cowley County Fair, K&O Steam... Read More.

Ark City’s first-ever Mulvane tourney title signals culture change for Bulldogs girls hoops

Monday, January 29

MULVANE -- When the game clock hit zeros and the Ark City High School girls basketball team defeated Rose Hill 31-20 for its first Mulvane Wildcat Classic tournament championship win in school history Saturday afternoon, the victorious Bulldogs shook the hands of Rockets players and coaches... Read More.

Winfield Chamber awarded $51K state grant for downtown building renovation

Friday, January 26

The Winfield Chamber of Commerce has been awarded $51,000 from the state of Kansas. According to a news release from Gov. Laura Kelly's office Wednesday, the Winfield Chamber of Commerce was one of 21 local entities awarded in the latest round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants. The governor's office... Read More.

SCK Health names new CFO

Friday, January 26

SCK Health has a new chief financial officer. According to a news release from the hospital Thursday, Shannon Gray will succeed Debbie Hockenbury, who retired recently after three years in the position. "During her tenure, Debbie helped lead the hospital through the national COVID-19 pandemic, and the change from SCK Health... Read More.

Police report icy roads led to nearly 20 motor vehicle accidents in a 24-hour period

Thursday, January 25

Area police and first responders were called to several accidents in a short time recently due to winter weather. According to the Ark City Police Department Wednesday, officers responded to 41 calls for service in a 24-hour period from 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, through 6:30 p.m. the next night. Out... Read More.

Ark City Middle School celebrates growth of girls wrestling with historic first home meet

Wednesday, January 24

From ALISHA CALL/Ark City USD 470 Director of Communications On Tuesday, 34 fierce Arkansas City Middle School girls and their dedicated coaches made history by hosting the school’s first home girls wrestling event. The mats and a packed gym witnessed history unfold as ACMS triumphed with victories over Winfield (66-15),... Read More.

Longtime Cowley College ACES coordinator retires after 27 years

Wednesday, January 24

From RAMA PEROO/Cowley College Having worked all over South Central Kansas and beyond on various projects and with different organizations, James Fry, coordinator of Cowley College’s ACES (Academic Civic Engagement through Service) organization, recently announced his retirement from the school after nearly 27 years of employment. When Fry originally started at... Read More.

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ACPD arrests four on drug charges

Ark City Fire/EMS called to house fire late Sunday night

Clark surpasses 2,000 career points as a Moundbuilder in SC’s 97-71 win vs Avila

City of Winfield urges water customers to complete EPA-directed survey to help identity lead pipes

Ark City school district announces free meals for all students starting Thursday

Meyer posthumously inducted into Kansas Fairs & Festivals Association Hall of Fame

Ark City’s first-ever Mulvane tourney title signals culture change for Bulldogs girls hoops

Winfield Chamber awarded $51K state grant for downtown building renovation

SCK Health names new CFO

Police report icy roads led to nearly 20 motor vehicle accidents in a 24-hour period

Ark City Middle School celebrates growth of girls wrestling with historic first home meet

Longtime Cowley College ACES coordinator retires after 27 years

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