News Staff At the February 4 City Commission meeting, Mayor Chad Beeson officially proclaimed February 13, 2025, as Day of Hope in Arkansas City. The City stands with Hope Squads of Cowley County in its mission to raise awareness about mental health, foster peer-to-peer connections, and prevent suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for … Read more
Community members, advocates and allies rallied Wednesday at Routes 9 and 47 in the Rio Grande section of the township to stand in solidarity with the immigrant community. The demonstration, organized by Cape May County Indivisible, was formed to bring awareness to immigrant rights and call for an end to the raids and deportations pushed … Read more
The SCK Health Board of Trustees unanimously approved the hiring of Margaret Grismer as the new CEO of SCK Health. This agreement will be effective Friday, February 7th, 2025. Margaret is a 24-year veteran, retired 0-6 Captain of the US Navy and US Public Health Service. She served as a nurse, nurse practitioner, and Health … Read more
On February 3, 2025, at approximately 9:20 p.m., officers from the Arkansas City Police Department were dispatched to 900 Block of W. Skyline Road in response to reports of shots fired and a male subject walking with a shotgun. Upon arrival, officers detained a male matching the description provided by the reporting party. The individual … Read more
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.