Resources available to file tax return

Governor Laura Kelly reminds Kansans, it’s time to file your state tax return. Resources like Kansas Webfile and the Kansas Taxpayer Assistance Center are available to make the process smoother from start to finish. Need to talk to a tax expert? Visit www.ksrevenue.gov/contactus.html to find contact information for our tax division or try our online … Read more

Cowley County Commission meets Tuesday

The Cowley County Commission is set for a regular meeting tomorrow. It’s at 6 p.m. in the North Annex Community Based Services Conference Room. The group will get a presentation on Cowley County Road Maintenance for this year. They’ll consider the review of the engineering study for a section of 155th and 256th road. They’ll … Read more

U.S.D. 465 gives schedule reminders

As a reminder, USD 465 will be closed on: Thursday, February 12th for Parent Teacher Conferences Friday, February 13th for Conference Exchange Day Monday, February 16th for Presidents Day (district office closed) Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17th!

Another improvement for Wilson Park

The City of Ark City says another improvement is officially underway at Wilson Park. City crews have begun removing the former tennis courts to make way for four new pickleball courts-part of the City’s long-term investment in park improvements. During the December 2 City Commission meeting, the City of Arkansas City approved a contract with … Read more

Groundbreaking marks start of Wilson Park project

City of Ark City staff and City Commissioners gathered yesterday morning at the future splash pad at Wilson Park to mark the start of this project. Shortly after the groundbreaking, the initial phases of construction began, with crews on site mapping out the layout and project details. Several materials have already been delivered, marking an … Read more

Kansas Chamber gets new CEO

The Kansas Chamber Board of Directors today announced that Eric Stafford, who has most recently served as the Chamber’s Vice President of Government Affairs, has been selected as the organization’s next President and Chief Executive Officer. Stafford is a results-driven legislative and policy professional with more than 20 years of experience advancing legislative and regulatory … Read more

New Director of Special Ed for Cowley County

USD 465 is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mr. Zachary Lawrence as the new Director of Special Education for Cowley County. Mr. Lawrence brings a wealth of experience and a profound commitment to advancing educational opportunities for all students. Mr. Lawrence currently serves as an Assistant Director in a special education cooperative, where he … Read more

Businessowners can learn more about grant program

The City of Arkansas City will host a Business Signs Grant information meeting on February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 118 W. Central Ave., for local business owners interested in learning more about the Kansas Department of Commerce SIGNS Grant program. The meeting will also be live-streamed on the City of Arkansas City’s … Read more

Agriculture event set for Feb. 12th

K-State Extension – Cowley County says BIG NEWS for Cowley County Agriculture! Join us on February 12, 2026, from 1:15-4:30 p.m. at the Winfield Chamber of Commerce for an afternoon packed with the latest research, real-world insights, and critical updates for our producers and ag community. Featured Topics & Speakers Include: Corn Stunt & Crop … Read more

Info available on SBA loans

The City of Ark City says thank you to the Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce for helping share information about SBA disaster loans. Getting good information into the right hands only works when local partners work together, and this is a great example of that. They shared that Jessica Falk with the Cowley County … Read more