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ACPD to step up seatbelt enforcement this week with emphasis on children safety

Monday, September 18

Now through Sept. 23, the Arkansas City Police Department will join other Kansas law enforcement agencies to stop what has been likened to an epidemic in Kansas, the police department announced via a news release Monday. "In 2019, eight children ages 0-13 died from car crashes in Kansas," the ACPD... Read More.

Ark City crews working to fix big water main break

Monday, September 18

Ark City sewer crews are working on a substantial water main break. According to Ark City Commissioner Kanyon Gingher via the Arkansas City Asked and Answered page on Facebook Monday morning, the 6-inch water main break was discovered at Summit to A Street on Washington. "It's a big break," she posted.... Read More.

Winfield approved for $400K in road improvement funds; Sedan to receive $1.25M

Friday, September 15

Winfield is set to receive $400,000 in state/federal funding for highway surface preservation. According to a news release from Gov. Laura Kelly's office, the money is from the Kansas Department of Transportation's City Connecting Link Improvement Program. Overall, 27 cities across the state were selected for the latest round of $22... Read More.

ACFD seeking investment partners for updated fire extinguisher training equipment

Friday, September 15

The Ark City Fire/EMS Department is looking to partner with local businesses to invest in fire safety training equipment. Chet Ranzau, the Fire Marshal of the Arkansas City Fire Department, showcased a fire extinguisher training system borrowed from another fire department at a recent career fair. He aims to acquire... Read More.

AUDIO: Cowley County CASA director says children in need of volunteers, free advocate classes available

Thursday, September 14

Cowley County CASA Executive Director Makayla Shields stopped by the KSOK/Bob FM studios Wednesday to inform the public about upcoming free volunteer classes to become a CASA volunteer to help abused and neglected children find better homes and living conditions. CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate. Read More.

3-0 Builders up to No. 9 in latest NAIA rankings

Thursday, September 14

The Southwestern College football team is now ranked in the NAIA's Top 10. The 3-0 Moundbuilders are No. 9 in the nation in the latest NAIA Coaches' Top 25 released Tuesday. SC moved up two spots from No. 11. The Builders are the highest-ranked KCAC team in the poll.... Read More.

Haysville man facing felony charges for Winfield City Lake boating accident that put girl in coma

Wednesday, September 13

Felony charges have been filed against a Haysville man who was allegedly drunk while a boat he was operating crashed into another and seriously injured a 10-year-old girl on Winfield City Lake over the Memorial Day Weekend. The charges against Jacob Williams -- 13 in total --... Read More.

Utility shed fire Tuesday night in Winfield considered arson

Wednesday, September 13

A utility shed fire in Winfield Tuesday night is being investigated as arson. According to Winfield Fire Marshall Chad Mayberry Wednesday morning, firefighters were called to a structure fire at 10:20 p.m. Tuesday night at 4th and Indiana near Irving Elementary. Mayberry said the 10x10 wooden shed was fully engulfed when... Read More.

AUDIO: Wall says work on Pike Road project to start soon after Walnut Valley Festival

Tuesday, September 12

Winfield City Taggart Wall stopped by the KSOK/Bob FM studios last week with the latest on street improvements, lake water levels, park improvements, electric rate restructuring, August storm clean-up and more. Wall said the Pike Road project will begin shortly after the conclusion of... Read More.

HASN’T FORGOTTEN: Retired Ark City Marine who survived Pentagon attack, saved lives, reflects on 9/11 anniversary

Monday, September 11

A retired Ark City Marine who saved lives when the Pentagon was attacked on September 11, 2001, wants to see the country he served come together. "We came together then," Dustin Schuetz said during an on-air phone interview Monday morning on 95.9. FM. "Now we seem more divided than ever." Schuetz... Read More.

SCK Health CEO Jeff Bowman to retire in December due to illness

Monday, September 11

SCK Health CEO Jeff Bowman will retire in December. According to a news release from the hospital Friday, Bowman will retire Dec. 15 to spend time with his family due to his recent diagnosis of avascular necrosis -- a degenerative bone condition. "I cannot thank the board enough for the opportunity... Read More.

Cowley College holds inauguration reception for new president

Friday, September 8

Community members, friends and family, and employees of Cowley College filled the Earle N. Wright Community Room to honor Dr. Michelle Schoon, the seventh president and first female president in the history of Cowley College, during a presidential inauguration reception held Thursday in Ark City. "A presidential inauguration is a... Read More.