News Staff A warrant has been issued for Mykena Desiree Combs, aged 21, from Ponca City. She failed to appear in court for a preliminary hearing and now faces a bond of $200,000. Combs was charged with discharging a firearm into a dwelling and using a vehicle in the act in March of 2022. According to the … Read more
A man drowned at the Tunnel Mill Dam in Winfield, according to the police. They received a call regarding a man in the Walnut River who might be experiencing a mental health crisis. When officers arrived, they found the man in the water, shouting for help. They tried to bring him back to shore, but … Read more
Two teenagers were arrested for a burglary at the Paris Park Pool in Arkansas City. The incident happened on June 18th in the early morning hour of 2 a.m. The 14-year-old and 15-year-old broke into the pool’s concession stand. They are facing charges of burglary, theft, and violating the city’s curfew law. Additional charges will … Read more
A 10-year-old girl, Rielynn Martin, is finally back home after spending over a month in the hospital due to a boating accident in Winfield. The city of Haysville, along with her family and friends, organized a parade to welcome her back. Rielynn had suffered serious head and brain injuries. Rielynn’s cousin, Jason Richie, mentioned how … Read more
The City of Ark City has a City Commission meeting set for July 5th at 5:30 p.m. The agenda includes an agreement for water rate analysis services, and a resolution adopting the city’s 2023 Comprehensive Fee Schedule.
The Cowley College Workforce Team & Workforce Center are teaming up to bring yet another Job Fair to the community; this time in Winfield, KS at 1007 Main Street on July 12th from 1 to 3 p.m. That’s the Marquee Performing Arts Center.
In light of public safety and community well-being, the Arkansas City Fire Department wants to remind citizens of restrictions on fireworks usage within the city limits. “Fireworks can only be ignited or discharged from June 27 to July 3 between 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and July 4 between 8 a.m. and midnight,” Chet Ranzau, … Read more
The City of Winfield has announced its refuse and recycling re-scheduled service pickup for next week. Monday, July 3rd is a regular pickup day. If your normal pickup day is Tuesday, you are moved to Wednesday. If your normal pickup day is Wednesday, you are moved to Thursday. And if your normal pickup day is … Read more
USD 470 is hosting a preschool screening and enrollment event on July 12 at Adams Elementary School. During the screening, we will explore several skills and concepts to better understand your child’s development. Then, we will check your child’s vision and hearing, review the information with you, then, help with enrollment if applicable. All children … Read more
On July 1, SCK Health will begin scheduling appointments for Dr. Matthew Doxey, a podiatrist, and the newest full-time specialist to the SCK Health Specialty Clinic. Dr. Doxey treats patients in all areas of foot care, including routine diabetic foot care, wound care, bunions, flat feet, sports injuries, and foot/ankle surgery. Despite this broad area … Read more