Sign up for the Co-Rec Volleyball

The Winfield Recreation Commission says less than a week to register. Don’t miss out on our Adult Co-Rec Volleyball League! Registration closes soon. Gather your team, hit the court, and enjoy some fun competition this season! Deadline: 9/11/25 Games Begin: 9/22/25

9/11 Memorial Stair Climb planned

Winfield Fire/EMS says we’re under a week away from the 8th Annual Winfield Fire/EMS 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at the 77 Steps at Southwestern College. Join us on Thursday, September 11, anytime between 5:00 and 9:00 a.m. for this meaningful, come-and-go tribute. This free event honors those who gave their lives and those who answered … Read more

Cowley College collecting clothes

Cowley College is proud to bring back our Community Clothes Drive-now partnered with Central Christian Church-Ark City to serve even more people in need! Accepting Donations Of: Gently used clothing Household goods Shoes, linens & more (Sorry, no electronics) Drop-Off Spots: Cowley College – Galle-Johnson Room 204 Monday-Thursday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Central … Read more

Get ready for Fill the Boot

The Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department will once again join the national “Fill the Boot” campaign to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). This year’s fundraiser will be held on Labor Day, Monday, September 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Members of the department will be stationed along Summit Street between Central Avenue and 5th … Read more

Changes coming to SCK Health Primary Care

Beginning September 29, 2025, SCK Health Primary Care, currently located at 510 West Radio Lane, will be relocating to our newly unified campus at 6401 Patterson Parkway. This move is more than just a change in address-it’s a step toward seamless care and an even stronger commitment to our community. By bringing our services under … Read more

Be safe in school zones

The Ark City PD says With school officially back in session, our units are out reminding everyone to take it easy on the gas pedal. Speeding in school zones puts kids, parents, and staff at risk – and we’ll be out making sure everyone gets where they’re going safely. Let’s start the school year off … Read more

Measles outbreak is over

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) today announced that the measles outbreak affecting southwest Kansas has officially ended. Two full incubation periods, for a total of 42 days, have passed since the last confirmed case was reported. As there is not an active outbreak in southwest Kansas, KDHE is no longer recommending the … Read more

Ark City plans hearings on Revenue Neutral Rate

The City of Arkansas City will hold two public hearings on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers at City Hall, 118 W. Central Ave. The first hearing will be on exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR). Immediately following, the governing body will conduct the 2026 budget hearing. Both … Read more

October 19th is Prairie Trail Nature Run 2025

Visit Ark City says get ready for the Prairie Trail Nature Run 2025. It’s set for Sunday, October 19, 2025, 2pm – 5pm at the Chaplin Nature Center. Lace up your shoes and hit the trails! Choose your adventure: Race for speed – Go for the fastest time and compete for a prize. Explore at … Read more