The beginning of October marks the start of flu season and there is no better way to stay safe than with a yearly flu shot. Flu shots are proven to provide effective protection and reduce both the severity and length of illness. However, since busy schedules can often make it difficult to find the time … Read more
The City-Cowley County Health Department announces the addition of two new immunizations for RSV. RSV is a common virus that typically manifests with cold-like symptoms. However, the virus poses a serious threat to at-risk populations, as it can result in potentially fatal lower respiratory infections. These two new immunizations, Arexvy and Beyfortus, promise to grant … Read more
The American Red Cross continues to experience a national blood shortage and asks the public to book a time to give as soon as possible to overcome a late summer shortfall. To ensure the blood supply recovers, the Red Cross must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month to meet hospital … Read more
The Ark City Police Department says to foster a safer, more vibrant community, the Arkansas City Police Department has been planning the 39th annual National Night Out kickoff party on Oct. 2, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Wilson Park.In addition to the kickoff party, ACPD encourages residents to host neighborhood block parties … Read more
The City of Ark City says this week, letters have gone out to some residents with important information about trees and the City of Arkansas City’s Municipal Codes. Our community’s aesthetic is enhanced when trees are trimmed to the correct height. School buses, standing tall at 10-12 feet, can navigate their routes safely without worrying … Read more
The U.S. Census Bureau recently released its American Community Survey 1-year estimates, indicating nearly 250,000 Kansans lack health insurance. The survey reflects data collected in 2022 to assess health insurance coverage rates across Kansas and the United States. For the second consecutive year, Kansas’ uninsured rate for working-age adults surpassed the national rate. Kansas’ rate … Read more
The Winfield Early Learning Center says For the next 2-3 weeks we will be getting the roof replaced on our gym and cafeteria. As some may have noticed last week and this morning, our drop-off/pick-up lane contains supplies and dumpsters. We ask that you move around those as best as possible because they will remain … Read more
The City of Winfield says Beginning Monday, September 25th, contractors working for the City of Winfield will be replacing the sanitary sewer line beneath Pike Road from E. 19th Ave, south to the entrance of McDonalds. The project is planned to be completed in phases; the first phase will include the segments from E. 19th … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly, alongside the Kansas Infrastructure Hub (KIH), announced the launch of the Build Kansas Fund, which provides state matching dollars to Kansas communities for infrastructure projects approved under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). The Build Kansas Fund will invest $200 million directly into Kansas communities to support projects that include water, transportation, energy, … Read more
The silver screen comes alive in a magical evening of music, nostalgia, and cinematic charm as the Burford Singers proudly present “Reel Memories.” Join us on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at 7:00 PM, at the historic Burford Theatre, 118 S Summit St, Arkansas City, Kansas, for a concert that promises to captivate your heart and … Read more