News Staff At the June 4 City Commission meeting, Mayor Jay Warren proudly proclaimed June 19, 2024, as Juneteenth National Independence Day in Arkansas City! Mayor Warren was joined by Robin Henderson from Juneteenth Cowley County. An exciting lineup of Juneteenth celebrations is planned for our community.
As World Blood Donor Day approaches on June 14, the American Red Cross stresses that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now to combat a drastic shortfall in donations over the last several weeks. With busy seasonal activities and weather always present, it’s vital donors make and keep appointments now to fight any … Read more
Kansas Wheat says Combines started rolling in southern Kansas over the past few days after barely getting started last week. Harvest started earlier than normal because the wheat has matured early and farmers are trying to beat upcoming storms. Overall, yields are better than expected in the area. Although the first quarter of the year … Read more
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Cowley County says it has been brought to our attention that two men in their late 20s wearing orange mesh vests have been making their way across Kansas soliciting donations on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters. These individuals are not affiliated with any Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters … Read more
Ark City city crews were busy this week putting down sidewalk stickers outlining the Common Consumption Area in downtown Arkansas City. Legal patrons now have the option to participate in the CCA. This allows you to enjoy an alcoholic beverage in the designated downtown area. Beverages containing alcoholic liquor (wine, beer, etc.) must be purchased … Read more
As we enter the summer months, the Arkansas City Police Department wants to remind all pet owners of the local pet ordinances. We have recently seen an increase in animal related incidents. 8 of those incidents resulted in injuries. All citizens are reminded that animals can not just run at large and they must all … Read more
The State of Kansas ended May with total tax collections at $658.9 million. That is $193.0 million, or 22.7%, below the estimate. Total tax collections are down 23.1% from May 2023. Individual income tax collections were $305.2 million. That is $144.8 million, or 32.2% below the estimate, and down 30.6% from May 2023. Corporate income … Read more
Today the City of Arkansas City will continue its fire hydrant flushing program in Section 5. This section includes 86 fire hydrants along and north of East Fifth Avenue, north to East Kansas Avenue, and east of A Street. Flushing will continue in Section 5 until at least June 18, 2024. All flushing will be … Read more
Ark City police say Summertime is here and with that we know that means all summer outdoor activities are a go! If you didn’t know, UTV’s are now legal to drive on the City of Arkansas City streets as long as they are registered with the City and meet the necessary requirements. We, along with … Read more
Winfield police say they have received several reports from area residents that were contacted by phone from someone claiming to be with a Winfield restaurant. The person calling has both asked for credit card information, as well as made strange requests, like wanting to meet up in a local park. If you receive an unexpected … Read more