Governor Kelly announces new program to help manufacturing supply chain

Governor Laura Kelly today announced the official launch of CONNEX™ Kansas, a new program from Kansas Manufacturing Solutions (KMS) and the Kansas Department of Commerce, designed to strengthen the Kansas manufacturing supply chain. CONNEX™ Kansas is an online manufacturer database and connectivity platform provided as a free resource for Kansas manufacturers. The platform is designed … Read more

Cowley College performers put on a show

The Cowley College Singers and Cowley Jazz Ensemble performed its fall concert Tuesday in the Robert Brown Theatre to much anticipation as it was the first concert of the school year for both groups. The CC Singers, under the direction of Lindsay Allen and in collaboration with Stephen Butler, performed classics such as At Last, … Read more

USD 465 says they have help available for the holidays

From USD 465: The holidays are just around the corner. As the season approaches, it also puts additional stress on families. We have been made aware of a number of donors who are able to provide clothing and gifts to families in our community. If your family could benefit from this generosity, please fill out … Read more

Help Fill the Bucket

From the City of Winfield, KS: Help us “Fill the Bucket” this Friday, October 8th. We will be at the Winfield, Walmart, parking lot from 8 AM to 2 PM. All donations will go to the Winfield Food Pantry.

Southwestern College president leaving in January

Southwestern College President Brad Andrews has announced that he will leave the college in January to assume the presidency of Brevard College in North Carolina. Andrews will see the college through a successful fall semester and start of the spring before moving with his family to North Carolina. Andrews was selected as the 19th president … Read more

Watch out for deer

Cowley County Sheriff’s Office says it is that time of year again! The deer are out and we are seeing an increase in car versus deer motor vehicle accidents. Watch for other deer. If you see one deer in front of you, chances are there will be others. Deer are most active at dusk and … Read more

Reminder about burn pit hours in Ark City

City of Arkansas City says just a reminder as we head deeper into autumn: Residents can drop off branches, leaves and other tree debris at the F Street Limb Disposal and Compost Site. Burn pit hours are from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. … Read more

Governor Kelly establishes the Division of the Child Advocate

Governor Laura Kelly signed Executive Order 21-28 to establish the Division of the Child Advocate – an independent accountability structure to protect Kansas children and families within the child welfare system. E.O. 21-28 also creates protections for individuals who make complaints to the Child Advocate to empower state employees to work with the Division and … Read more

Conference planned for Midwest economic drivers

The State Department of Transportation says agriculture, transportation and technology are key economic drivers across the upper Midwest. A first-ever multi-state virtual conference will provide stakeholders from those industries an opportunity to learn from each other and plan how to maximize regional strengths. Public and private sector representatives from more than a dozen Midwest states … Read more

Military Appreciation Night coming up at football game

Ark City High School’s 21st Century Leadership Class is hosting a Military Appreciation Night for ACHS grads and Ark City residents at the football game this Friday, October 8th. It’s at 5:30 p.m. You can register at the southwest gate of the stadium. The Varsity Football Game starts at 7 p.m. with a halftime recognition. … Read more