VFW POST 1254 Arkansas City, Ks announced Officer Dylan Hettenbach of the Arkansas City Police Department as the recipient of the VFW Officer of the Year Award. VFW Commander Charlie Cravens presented the award during the February 6 City Commission meeting in recognition of Officer Hettenbach’s outstanding contributions to public safety. Officer Hettenbach was nominated for the award for his productivity and demonstrated teamwork. During the presentation, Commander Cravens highlighted Officer Hettenbach’s performance, including his role in solving a significant car burglary case and his acceptance into the Southern Kansas SWAT team within just one year of joining the Arkansas City Police Department.