VFW POST 1254 Arkansas City, Ks announced Officer Dylan Hettenbach of the Arkansas City Police Department as the recipient of the VFW Officer of the Year Award. VFW Commander Charlie Cravens presented the award during the February 6 City Commission meeting in recognition of Officer Hettenbach’s outstanding contributions to public safety. Officer Hettenbach was nominated … Read more
The Health Department’s Annual Report of Activities for 2023 is now available. This latest report tells the story of our journey through 2023, highlighting our achievements, milestones, and activities over the course of the year. For those who want to hear more in-person, the Health Department will be hosting a special Chamber Coffee session at … Read more
Winfield police say Lt. Hills is seeking information on a hit and run accident that occurred Monday, February 5th at E. 4th Ave. and Harter St. They’ve put a video up on the Winfield Police Department Facebook page. If you know who owns this vehicle, please send us a message or contact Lt. Hills by … Read more
On February 1, 2024, Arkansas City Police Officers responded to a report regarding an unauthorized individual at a residence in the 200 block of E. Taylor Ave. at 3:35 p.m. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the reporting party, who informed them that James Allyn Clark Jr., 43, Wichita, was inside her residence despite not being … Read more
The Cowley County Commission has a meeting set for today. The agenda is out. It shows the group will consider approval of the Cowley County Emergency Operations Plan, and the annexation of a section of 81st road for the future home of the Etzanhoa Cultural and Immersion Center. They’ll also talk about the West Chestnut … Read more
Fire crews were out on the scene of a vacant house fire in Winfield this weekend. Winfield Fire/EMS were sent out to the 400 block of Bliss Street at about 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Crews found heavy fire involvement on the north side of the house, with fire being contained to a small addition to the … Read more
USD 465 says In conjunction with American Heart Month, a free community-wide CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) certification event will be hosted by William Newton Hospital, with support from Cowley College Allied Health, USD 465 nursing services, and Winfield Fire/EMS. Participants will also receive AED education and Narcan training during each session. Three sessions will be offered … Read more
On January 29, 2024, officers of the Arkansas City Police Department took a proactive step in addressing illegal drug problems within the community by surveilling a residence recognized for possible drug activity. During surveillance, officers observed a vehicle with an illegal temporary license plate leaving a residence in the 700 Block of E. Central Ave. … Read more
The State of Kansas ends January 2024 with total tax collections at $928.6 million. That is $64.1 million, or 6.5%, below the estimate. Total tax collections are down 11.3% from January 2023. Individual income tax collections were $475.9 million. That is $19.1 million, or 3.9%, below the estimate, and down 3.9% from January 2023. Corporate … Read more
Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson today marked National Unclaimed Property Day by reminding Kansans of his office’s ongoing efforts to return unclaimed funds. “Our office currently holds more than $575 million in unclaimed property for Kansans,” Johnson said. “It is estimated that one in seven people nationwide has unclaimed property – so it’s worth checking … Read more