News Staff The Kansas Department of Commerce announced today significant changes to its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Community Facilities program to allow a rolling application process, lower local match requirements and an expanded scope of eligible projects. The revamped CDBG – Community Facilities program opens the door for projects ranging from emergency sirens and ADA … Read more
City of Arkansas City Human Resources Director Marla McFarland has been recognized as one of the top HR professionals in the region, receiving the 2025 Wichita Business Journal HR Professionals Award. The 13th annual HR Professionals Awards celebrate individuals who play a vital role in talent acquisition and retention while going above and beyond to … Read more
The Kansas Department of Commerce says the latest edition of the Grants Guide is available! This guide details an array of funding opportunities we offer on an annual basis, eligibility requirements, points of contact and more. Share this valuable resource with your community!
Attention Cowley Students & Community! Looking for your next big opportunity? Join us at the College Transfer & Job Fair on February 26th from 11 AM – 1 PM in the Wright Room at the Brown Center! Meet 20+ colleges & employers. Open to the public – Don’t miss out! Bring your resume & dress … Read more
Exciting News for Winfield High School! We are pleased to announce our new principal, Rhonda Hockenbury! With a passion for education and a commitment to our students, Rhonda is ready to lead us into a bright future here at USD 465.
The City of Winfield says extremely cold weather is on the way from the Mountain Plains to the East Coast. Temperatures will be well below normal Tuesday 02/18/25 through Thursday 02/20/2025. Our utilities are working together with electric grid operators and power and natural gas suppliers to coordinate the safe and reliable delivery of energy. … Read more
The Kansas Hospital Association is out with a report on the economic impact of hospitals and healthcare in Kansas. According to the 2025 economic report, hospitals alone employ more than 74,000 Kansans and direct labor income of more than $7 billion. The hospital sector has large multiplier effects. Every 100 hospital jobs support an additional … Read more
The Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department seeks help from the community with plans for a memorial outside the station, 115 S. D. St., to honor the retired firefighters who have served our community. Generous donations have already been made to support the project, ensuring that these dedicated individuals are remembered. The memorial will feature the names, … Read more
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announces that it will be responsible for administering the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) across Kansas. The YRBS is a vital tool that gathers data on the health behaviors of high school students in Kansas. It provides essential insights into the challenges facing today’s youth and paves … Read more
City-Cowley County Health Department says The Mary L. Benton Memorial Scholarship is now open for applications! This scholarship was established in honor of our longest serving Board of Health member, Mrs. Mary Lou Benton, and is open to graduating Cowley County high school students pursuing an education in a healthcare-related field.