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Fireworks cause Ark City garage fire on July 4

Thursday, July 6

A detached garage caught fire Tuesday night in Ark City and fireworks were deemed to be the cause, according to Ark City Fire/EMS.In a news release from the fire department Thursday, Ark City Fire/EMS and the Winfield Fire/EMS responded to the 1100 block of North A Street at approximately... Read More.

Recent rains slightly improving drought conditions, but region still far from a significant rebound

Thursday, July 6

Recent rains are providing slight drought relief for the region, according to Cowley County Emergency Management Thursday."With current precipitation from rainfall we are showing a slight positive increase for drought conditions," CCEM posted on its Facebook page Thursday afternoon. "Five to six inches of rainfall total is predicted in... Read More.

Hit-and-run, gun threat made a busy Fourth for ACPD

Thursday, July 6

During the days leading up to and on Independence Day, the Arkansas City Police Department responded to 24 fireworks-related calls.According to a news release from the ACPD Thursday morning, no citations were issued by the department concerning fireworks calls. However, officers were busy with other calls for service.On Monday,... Read More.

Wheat harvest wraps with yields as low as feared; Test weights, protein numbers positive

Wednesday, July 5

As expected, yields were down significantly for wheat farmers in the region, however, there were some positives.According to area co-ops, protein contents were higher than some high-yield years and test weights were better than anticipated.Still, drought drastically decimated the bushels per acre wheat farmers were able to harvest from... Read More.

Two teenagers arrested for Paris Park Pool burglary

Saturday, July 1

Two teenagers were arrested following an investigation into recent burglaries at Paris Park Pool in Ark City.According to a news release from the Ark City Police Department Saturday morning, officers discovered two teenagers early Wednesday at 2:15 a.m. who burglarized the concession stand area of the pool.Officers arrested a... Read More.

Cowley College holds groundbreaking for new CTE Center

Friday, June 30

Cowley College held a groundbreaking of its state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education Center Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the college's commitment to providing cutting-edge technical educational opportunities to students, a press release from the college said.The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by community members, guests, faculty, staff, and students.The... Read More.

Search warrants lead to two drug-related arrests in Ark City

Friday, June 30

The Ark City Police Department arrested two on drug warrants.Police officers went to 1211 S. 4th St. on June 25 at 11:02 a.m. to attempt to locate a wanted subject.The Ark City District Court warrant listed charges of three counts of possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance,... Read More.

ENJOY RESPONSIBLY: ACFD shares tips for July 4th, fireworks use

Thursday, June 29

With the 4th of July around the corner, the Ark City Fire Department wants the public to be aware of ways families can stay safe for Independence Day."Fireworks can only be ignited or discharged from June 27 to July 3 between 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and July 4... Read More.

Winfield man drowns at Tunnel Mill Dam; Police called after midnight for welfare check

Thursday, June 29

A Winfield man drowned early Thursday morning at Tunnel Mill Dam.According to a news release from the Winfield Police Department, the deceased is identified as 42-year-old Sonesiri Phengsengkham.Officers with the WPD were dispatched at 12:26 a.m. to check the welfare of a male subject who was in the water... Read More.

Winds over 50 mph reported overnight causing tree, telephone pole damage

Wednesday, June 28

Storms overnight Tuesday brought exceptionally high winds across Cowley County.According to Cowley County Emergency Management, the Ark City Police Department reported 50 mph winds. At Strother Field, wind gusts of 58 mph were reported.Some damage was reported, including a downed tree south of Merle Snider Motors on Country Club... Read More.

Sewer line work underway at 7th and Alexander in Winfield

Wednesday, June 28

The intersection of East 7th Avenue and Alexander is in the process of a new sanitary sewer line installation.According to the City of Winfield, the work began Tuesday and is anticipated to be completed by the of the day Friday.The entire intersection has been closed for the work, but... Read More.

Las Vegas podiatrist joins SCK Health Specialty Clinic

Wednesday, June 28

A Las Vegas podiatrist is the newest full time specialist at SCK Health Specialty Clinic.According to a press release from SCK Health of Ark City, Dr. Matthew Doxey will begin scheduling appointments on July 1."Doxey treats patients in all areas of foot care, including routine diabetic foot care, wound... Read More.