Tax collections above estimate
Governor Laura Kelly today announced that total tax collections for April were $1.42 billion. That is $101 million, or 7.7%, more than the monthly estimate. Total tax collections are up 9.6% from April 2023.
Man dies in lawnmower incident
On April 30, 2024, at approximately 3:51 PM Winfield Fire/EMS and Deputies from the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 13000 block of 212 th Road for an injury accident. George Hawkins Jr, 82, of Arkansas City was operating a Brush Hog riding lawn mower in the north ditch. The mower’s front wheels … Read more
Bulldog Vocal Spotlight is coming up
USD 470 says Get ready to see our students shine at the Arkansas City High School Choir Department’s biggest event of the year – the Bulldog Vocal Spotlight! This year’s theme, “Hello, My Name Is”, promises an unforgettable journey through the power of music and self-expression. Join us on May 4th at 2:00 p.m. and … Read more
Drug take back event rescheduled
The Winfield PD says due to weather concerns, our drug take back event with Walmart Pharmacy originally slated for this Saturday has been rescheduled. Bring your expired or unwanted medications to Walmart Winfield – Pike Rd on Saturday, May 4th, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and we will dispose of them for you! Safe … Read more
Health Department reminds about dangers of lead exposure
The City-Cowley County Health Department points out, lead exposure is extremely hazardous, especially for young children! Many of the older houses in Cowley County still contain lead-based paint which can result in high levels of exposure in the home. Getting your child’s blood lead levels tested is the best way to find out if exposure … Read more
More money coming for broadband access in Kansas
Governor Laura Kelly today announced federal approval of the state’s Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal Volume 2, providing an investment of more than $450 million to expand Kansas’ high-speed internet infrastructure. Funding will be granted to areas that have been identified as underserved through a competitive application process that will begin in … Read more
Kansas taking steps toward improving literacy
Governor Laura Kelly today signed Senate Bill 438, establishing the Kansas Blueprint for Literacy, a Literacy Advisory Committee, and directing the Kansas Board of Regents to appoint a Director of Literacy Education. The Kansas Blueprint for Literacy will redesign the teaching of reading to focus on evidence-based research including phonemic awareness, phonetics, fluency, vocabulary, and … Read more
Enrollment has started in USD 470
USD 470 says they are starting the school enrollment process earlier this year! Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year began on April 22nd. Returning students can register online via the PowerSchool website or mobile app from April 22 through May 10. Parents of new students and those who prefer additional assistance may go to their … Read more
Bidding for Builders ends today
Southwestern College is holding an online auction, “Bidding for Builders” to raise money for the Builder Fund. The auction will close on Wednesday (4-24) 8 p.m. and may be found at SCKans.edu/Bid. According to Kaydee Riggs-Johnson, vice president for advancement, communications, and marketing at Southwestern College, there are over 40 unique items and packages that … Read more
GOVERNOR KELLY SIGNS BILL
Governor Laura Kelly today signed Senate Bill 115, establishing the Office of the Child Advocate (OCA) as an independent state agency and granting the advocate access to certain files and records of children involved in child welfare proceedings. “This bill is a significant step forward in ensuring the welfare of children in our state,” Governor … Read more