News Staff The State of Kansas ends January 2025 with total tax collections at $942.8 million. That is $15.9 million, or 1.7%, above the estimate. Total tax collections are up 1.5% from January 2024. Individual income tax collections were $500.1 million, $25.1 million or 5.3% above the estimate, and up 5.1% from January 2024. Corporate income tax … Read more
Congratulations to City Commissioner Charles Tweedy for being named the Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce CHAMP at the annual banquet on Saturday night! Charles received this well-deserved award for his support, constant presence at events, and dedication to being a true cheerleader for our community.
Following January’s board meeting, William Newton Hospital trustees and administrators honored Steve McSpadden for his years of service as a trustee. William Newton Hospital CEO Brian Barta said, “William Newton Hospital extends its sincere gratitude to Steve, whose dedication and leadership have been invaluable assets to the hospital for the past 22 years.” McSpadden continued … Read more
The Southwestern College Division of Nursing invites the public to attend a come-and-go open house at the Nursing Simulation Center on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the lower level of the Winfield Health Care Center at William Newton Hospital (1305 E. 5th Ave.). The event will begin with a partnership agreement … Read more
The City of Arkansas City would like to inform residents that the Chestnut Booster Station will undergo scheduled maintenance starting January 27, lasting approximately one week. This necessary maintenance is being conducted to ensure the continued safety and health of the community’s water system. During this time, residents located east of the Chestnut Booster Station … Read more
The City of Ark City says the colder weather and extra post-holiday trash are making sanitation services a bit slower than usual. Our dedicated crews are working hard to catch up and ensure everyone’s waste is collected.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Caldwell public water supply system located in Sumner County. The advisory took effect on January 21 and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. KDHE officials … Read more
Cowley College reminds, you can save hundreds on your children’s college education. Enroll in community college for the general education core for half of the tuition cost of university and no room & board! Go for dual enrollment to knock out credits at a deep discount. And apply for scholarships and grants. Don’t forget to … Read more
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers to take part in the Statewide Virtual Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 22. The virtual job fair allows for anyone searching for a position to fill out applications, chat live and interview virtually with participating … Read more
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and attorneys general from Louisiana, Ohio, and West Virginia filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration in Louisiana District Court to stop the U.S. Census Bureau from counting illegal aliens for reapportionment purposes in 2030. According to the lawsuit, the U.S. Census Bureau’s existing residence rule unlawfully requires counting illegal … Read more