News Staff The State of Kansas ends December 2023 with total tax collections at $1.043 billion. That is $36.9 million, or 3.4%, below the estimate. Total tax collections are down 3.8% from December 2022. Individual income tax collections were $397.1 million. That is $17.1 million, or 4.5%, above the estimate, and up 5.9% from December 2022. Corporate … Read more
A few days ago, the Ark City Police Department bid farewell to an incredible leader and public servant, Chief Eric Burr. Burr officially retired from the Arkansas City Police Department.
A reminder from USD 465, that the district uses Bright Arrow Messaging System to contact students, staff and families as needs arise. If you would like to receive text messages in addition to phone calls and email, text Y to 87569. When you get a new phone, you have to opt in again. The text … Read more
If you are a high school student and you are looking for a safe place to hang out with friends, enjoy music and karaoke, eat some pizza and win some great prizes – all for FREE – plan on coming to the ACPD New Year’s Eve Party at the Arkansas City High School from 9 … Read more
On December 5, 2023, Officers of the Arkansas City Police Department took a report from Shoe Sensation, 2139 N. Summit St., of an unknown male taking a pair of men’s shoes without paying for them. Officers obtained surveillance video of the suspect inside the store, and on December 26, the video was shared with other … Read more
Cowley College says, did you know the new FAFSA will be available by December 31? It’s easier and shorter than ever with auto-fill options. Take some time with your teen to see what grants and loans may be available to help you afford a college education. Remember, FAFSA is often required when applying for scholarships.
Butler County, Kansas Government says The Driver’s License office located on the first floor of the Historic Courthouse in El Dorado, the Butler County Treasurer’s Office and both Butler County Motor Vehicle Offices will close early on Friday, December 29th. The El Dorado Motor Vehicle, Treasurer’s and Drivers License Offices will close at 12 PM … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly announced today that 19 communities across the state will receive $8.3 million for projects that improve safety on local roadways. This is the third round of Kansas grant recipients through the federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program for 2023. The SS4A program is structured so the federal government covers … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly today announced that the Kansas Education Enrichment Program (KEEP) has received enough applications to allocate all remaining funds. Launched in late February of this year, KEEP provides qualifying parents and guardians with a one-time $1,000 award per student to pay for educational goods and services such as tutoring and school supplies. Awards … Read more
On Dec. 20, 2023, Arkansas City Police Department officers were dispatched to Casey’s midtown location, 1425 N. Summit St., for a report of a physical disturbance and a possible gunshot. Officers arrived on the scene and discovered evidence that a shot had been fired. Victims and witnesses were contacted, and it was learned that no … Read more