The City of Ark City says Jessi Ritchhart, a student at Cowley College, has been named the 2025 City of Arkansas City Outstanding Student. The award was presented during a banquet held on April 21, 2025, in the Wright Room at Cowley College. As the recipient of this honor, Ritchhart will receive a $1,000 scholarship. Genesis Mendez, a student at Arkansas City High School, was named first runner-up and will receive a $500 scholarship. Haven Gutierrez, from Arkansas City Middle School, earned the second runner-up title and will be awarded a $250 scholarship.