The Ark City Chamber of Commerce presented the Open Arms Award to Cowley County Humane Society this week. The Open Arms Award is given to a non-profit business or organization that has demonstrated exemplary achievement in community aid advancement, development, expansion, involvement, or other outstanding accomplishments. The Humane Society plays a vital role in caring … Read more
Don’t forget to donate blood today during the Battle of the Badges! Winfield PD and Fire/EMS are competing against Ark City PD and Fire/EMS for the most donations. You can donate at the First United Methodist Church at 10th & Millington anytime between Noon and 6 pm. Appointments and walk-ins are welcome.
USD 465 has partnered with Taher, Inc. as our new food service provider for the upcoming school year. The Board of Education recently approved the decision. This selection followed a comprehensive process that spanned several months, including formal bidding, interviews, site visits, and menu tastings. A committee of BOE members and administrators carefully reviewed applicants, … Read more
Cowley College says they are gearing up for a new school year starting August 13th by restocking our school supply stash in the Student Pantry. If you can donate pens, pencils, folders, notebooks, paper, and/or highlighters, please drop those off this month in the Nelson Student Center or the Galle-Johnson Admissions Center on Main Campus.
Governor Laura Kelly announced today that June’s total tax collections were $1.03 billion. That is $24.1 million, or 2.4%, more than the estimate. Total tax collections are up 3.9% from June 2023. Individual income tax collections were $452.4 million. That is $82.4 million, or 22.3% more than the estimate, and up 19.4% from June 2023. … Read more
The Arkansas City Commission will hold a Special Work Session on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at noon in the City Commission Chambers, located at 118 W. Central Ave. The purpose of this meeting is to review budget with city staff.
USD 465 will continue to use Bright Arrow as our district-wide messaging system for staff and students. It pulls contact information from PowerSchool, so it is crucial that contact information is updated and correct. Most messages are sent via email. For more urgent communications, the system will also include a phone call. In both cases, … Read more
On July 3, 2024, at 9:44 p.m., the Arkansas City Police Department was dispatched to the intersection of North 2nd Street and Kansas Avenue in response to a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a vehicle had gone through the stop sign at the intersection and collided with the residence at 200 Block … Read more
Burford Theater Arts says get ready to see the culmination of a lot hard work and dedication coming next weekend. As Ms. Gia’s Kids Act Theater Camp present Disney’s High School Musical Jr. on Saturday July 13th at 2pm and then at 5pm. Tickets of $5 dollars gives you a chance to see what great … Read more
The Cowley County Board of County Commissioners proudly announced today that Cowley County has been designated a Purple Heart County. Commission Chairman Alan Groom presented a proclamation, which was unanimously adopted by the Board, demonstrating their commitment to supporting and honoring the military community. This designation pays tribute to local veterans who were wounded or … Read more