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ACPD arrests two in battery case

Thursday, December 21

The Ark City Police Department made arrests in a battery case. According to a new news release from the ACPD Wednesday, officers responded to a battery report in the 1500 Block of N. 15th St. early Sunday morning. The victim, a 31-year-old female resident of Ark City, reported being a victim... Read More.

ACMS Science Teacher Jeff Shaw selected for Pitt State’s Distinguished Service Teacher Award

Thursday, December 21

Ark City Middle School science teacher Jeff Shaw was recently selected for the Distinguished Service Teacher Award from Pittsburg State University, his alumni. Shaw earned a Bachelor’s in Education at Pitt State in 1988 followed by a Master’s at Kansas State University in 1990. He has taught in the same classroom... Read More.

Woman and child seriously injured in hit-and-run in Winfield; Driver charged with DUI

Wednesday, December 20

Updated: 4:03 p.m. A woman and young boy were seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident late Tuesday night on Main Street in Winfield. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol Wednesday morning, a 2011 Ford pickup driven by 23-year-old Audrey Yingling of Winfield was northbound in the parking lot of Pizza Hut... Read More.

SCK Health announces expansion of occupational health services

Monday, December 18

SCK Health is expanding its Occupational Health Services department beginning Jan. 1, according to a press release from the Ark City hospital. "After purchasing Testing Services, LLC in 2022, SCK Health has seen the profound need for these services in Cowley County," the hospital stated. The expansion of services includes the... Read More.

Hillcrest Lanes to close at the end of the month

Friday, December 15

Hillcrest Lanes in Ark City is closing at the end of the month, according to a post from the bowling alley's Facebook page Friday. The post said the building has new owners and that it's not yet known what they have planned for the property. Richard and Patricia Doffing were... Read More.

ACPD: Two arrested on gun, meth charges following traffic stop

Thursday, December 14

The Arkansas City Police Department arrested two individuals on meth and gun charges following a routine traffic stop in the 1100 block of West Elm on Monday. According to a news release from the ACPD Wednesday, an officer observed a Chevrolet pickup committing a traffic violation just before noon Monday.... Read More.

Undefeated SC men up to No. 6 in Top 25 poll; Clark notches another Builders record

Wednesday, December 13

The Southwestern College men's basketball team jumped five spots in the latest NAIA Top 25 poll. The undefeated 11-0 Builders were ranked No. 6 in the country in Wednesday's poll. SC was previously ranked 11th. Southwestern started the month in a big way with a win at then-No.... Read More.

ACFD responds to structure fire Saturday

Tuesday, December 12

The Ark City Fire/EMS Department responded to a structure fire over the weekend. According to a news release from the department Tuesday afternoon, Ark City Fire/EMS responded to a reported structure fire in the 3300 block of 61st Road Saturday around noon. Upon arrival, crews were met with a significant blaze... Read More.

Southwestern brings back nursing program, names director

Tuesday, December 12

Southwestern College in Winfield has announced the selection of Shona Turner as the program director for the college’s nursing program. According to a recent news release from SC, Turner will lead the return of a bachelor-level nursing program to Southwestern College and the region. Her early work will include working... Read More.

Estes, Kelly praise passenger rail extension that could see stops in Ark City, Ponca City

Monday, December 11

Rep. Ron Estes says he welcomes federal funding that would expand passenger rail service across the country and bring back stops to Wichita, Ark City and Ponca City. The Wichita Republican, who represents Cowley County and much of south central Kansas in the U.S. House of Representatives, said he's always... Read More.

SCK Health hires new CEO

Monday, December 11

SCK Health has hired a new CEO. Leonard Hernandez replaces former CEO Jeff Bowman, who announced his retirement in September. According to a press release from the Ark City hospital Saturday, Hernandez signed an "initial" two-year agreement and started Monday. “I am excited to become a part of SCK... Read More.

Burr to retire as ACPD police chief Jan. 1

Tuesday, December 5

After nearly three decades of dedicated service in law enforcement, Arkansas City Police Department Chief Eric Burr has announced his retirement, effective January 1, 2024. “Chief Burr has been an integral part of the Arkansas City Police Department for 27 years, leaving an impact on both the department and the... Read More.

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ACPD arrests two in battery case

ACMS Science Teacher Jeff Shaw selected for Pitt State’s Distinguished Service Teacher Award

Woman and child seriously injured in hit-and-run in Winfield; Driver charged with DUI

SCK Health announces expansion of occupational health services

Hillcrest Lanes to close at the end of the month

ACPD: Two arrested on gun, meth charges following traffic stop

Undefeated SC men up to No. 6 in Top 25 poll; Clark notches another Builders record

ACFD responds to structure fire Saturday

Southwestern brings back nursing program, names director

Estes, Kelly praise passenger rail extension that could see stops in Ark City, Ponca City

SCK Health hires new CEO

Burr to retire as ACPD police chief Jan. 1

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