News Staff The Arkansas City Police Department is currently investigating vehicle break-ins that occurred early Sunday morning in the Crestwood area. We are asking residents to check their vehicles for any signs of forced entry or missing items. If you notice anything suspicious or have been a victim, please report it to us as soon as possible. … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly recently proclaimed Friday, May 9, as Child Care Provider Appreciation Day in Kansas. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), along with Child Care Aware of America, celebrates this special day on the Friday before Mother’s Day every year to recognize child care providers, teachers and other educators of young children. … Read more
The City of Ark City says they truly appreciate all the feedback we’ve received on our new logo, both positive and constructive! While we do plan to offer merchandise to the public in the future, we have an exciting opportunity for you right now: Get your hands on a piece of our new logo and … Read more
At this week’s Winfield City Commission meeting, Mayor Ron Hutto proclaimed the week of May 11-17 as police week in Winfield. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the calendar week in which it falls as National Police Week.
Ark City Police say on May 5, 2025, employees at USD 470 – Arkansas City Public Schools reported significant damage to the warehouse located at 715 S. 1st Street. An investigation revealed that unknown suspect(s) had forcibly entered the building and stolen equipment valued at over $9,000. The Arkansas City Police Department was notified and … Read more
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has named Conner O’Flannagan as the new State Parks Director. O’Flannagan has been a key member of KDWP since 2019, serving in multiple leadership capacities, most recently as Region 3 Supervisor. He holds a master’s degree in Park, Recreation, and Tourism Management from Clemson University and has … Read more
The American Red Cross encourages the public to schedule their May donation appointment before summer gets into full swing. Year-end school ceremonies, sporting events and celebrations are expected to fill evenings and weekends, and patients are counting on donors to also make blood donation a priority. Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time, without a … Read more
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) Secretary Christopher Kennedy has issued orders designating several Free Fishing and Free State Park Entrance days. The announcement was made at the April 24, 2025, Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission meeting. The Free Fishing Days are June 7 and 8, 2025. On those days, anyone can fish by … Read more
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) announced the completion and opening of a newly improved section of the Flint Hills Trail State Park in Franklin County. The 2.3-mile segment, located west of Ottawa between Louisiana Terrace and Iowa Road, will officially open to the public on Saturday, May 17. Once open, visitors will … Read more
The Ark City PD says, check out Wheels and Rings, a bicycle safety event, on May 31st. It’s from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Wilson Park Rotunda.