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Ark City fire department is offering a free firefighting camp July 21-22

Friday, July 10

Anyone interested in learning what it's like to be a firefighter or serving the community through the Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department will have an opportunity later this month during a free two-day Firefighting Camp. The camp is designed to introduce participants to the fire service... Read More.

Four school superintendent finalists to visit Ark City next week for interviews

Thursday, February 26

ARKANSAS CITY — The USD 470 Board of Education will interview four finalists next week as the district searches for a successor to longtime Superintendent Ron Ballard, who recently announced plans to retire at the end of the school year. Each candidate will spend a... Read More.

Texas pedestrian hurt Thurs. while crossing highway near Belle Plaine

Monday, February 2

A 60-year-old Houston man was seriously injured Wednesday night after being struck by a vehicle while crossing U.S. 81 near K-55, about two miles west of Belle Plaine in Sumner County. The crash happened around 8:15 p.m. in Sumner County. Authorities say the pedestrian was... Read More.

Investigation finds threatening call had no link to Winfield hospital

Thursday, January 29

WINFIELD — William Newton Hospital officials on Thursday provided additional details about a brief lockdown earlier this week, saying the incident stemmed from a threat made to an out-of-state casino that investigators initially believed might be linked to the hospital’s phone system. Hospital spokesperson Sarah... Read More.

Webster Roth has filed for reelection to Kansas House 79th Dist. seat

Wednesday, January 14

TOPEKA — Webster Roth, R-Winfield, officially filed for re-election Monday, seeking another term representing Kansas House District 79. Roth has served in the Kansas House since 2023. In a statement announcing his candidacy, Roth said support for his campaign has grown over the past two... Read More.

AC cops called to ICE effort to apprehend individual

Tuesday, January 13

Arkansas City police said U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers were in the city Saturday seeking one individual. According to authorities, the individual and a passenger were uncooperative, prompting additional personnel to respond. The situation temporarily blocked 8th Street, creating a safety concern. Arkansas City... Read More.

USD 470 board: Prayer at meetings discussed; Girls bball coach resigns

Tuesday, January 13

The USD 470 Board of Education was advised Monday that including prayer at board meetings would present a significant constitutional risk, according to guidance from the district’s legal counsel. Counsel told board members that school board meetings differ from city or county meetings because students... Read More.

Winfield man gets prison time for shootings last spring that injured two

Monday, January 12

A local man is now serving a prison sentence for spring 2025 shootings in Winfield that left two people injured. Fernando Jesus Rodriguez entered guilty pleas in early November to two counts of aggravated battery and was sentenced in December to 96 months in prison.... Read More.

CHIEFS IN KANSAS: State, team reach deal for a domed stadium

Monday, December 22

TOPEKA — Gov. Laura Kelly and the Kansas City Chiefs announced today that an agreement has been reached to build a domed NFL stadium and mixed-use entertainment district in Kansas, a project state officials say will deliver billions in economic impact. The deal includes a... Read More.

Arrest warrant is issued for man in connection with Winfield shooting

Tuesday, December 16

An arrest warrant has been issued for a Winfield man in connection with a shooting last month near Main St., according to the Winfield Police Dept. Detectives conducted multiple witness interviews and reviewed audio and video evidence before seeking the warrant through the Cowley County... Read More.

Superintendent Ballard says he will retire at the end of the school year

Monday, December 15

Ark City schools superintendent Ron Ballard announced last week he will retire at the end of the 2025–26 school year, concluding a 28-year career with USD 470. Ballard shared the decision in a message to staff, saying the choice was not easy but that the... Read More.

Autopsy provides few conclusions in death of woman found near AC

Monday, December 15

Autopsy findings released last month have done little to answer questions surrounding the death of a local woman whose body was recovered in rural Cowley County this summer. Both the cause and manner of death for 39-year-old Emilie Porterfield Hill were listed as undetermined in... Read More.

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Ark City fire department is offering a free firefighting camp July 21-22

Four school superintendent finalists to visit Ark City next week for interviews

Texas pedestrian hurt Thurs. while crossing highway near Belle Plaine

Investigation finds threatening call had no link to Winfield hospital

Webster Roth has filed for reelection to Kansas House 79th Dist. seat

AC cops called to ICE effort to apprehend individual

USD 470 board: Prayer at meetings discussed; Girls bball coach resigns

Winfield man gets prison time for shootings last spring that injured two

CHIEFS IN KANSAS: State, team reach deal for a domed stadium

Arrest warrant is issued for man in connection with Winfield shooting

Superintendent Ballard says he will retire at the end of the school year

Autopsy provides few conclusions in death of woman found near AC

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