The Southwestern College Learning Center has received a $10,000 grant from the Legacy Regional Community Foundation.The SC Learning Center (SCLC), led by Kelsie Barnhart, director of teaching and learning, and Autumn Watts, director of operations, is a preschool and after school program being offered to the Winfield community. SCLC provides a nurturing environment that supports … Read more
The Winfield Police Department says Lt. Richardson is needing to speak with the folks in the photos on the Winfield P.D. Facebook page regarding case number W25-07285. They reportedly left the area of 12th and Main St. Tuesday afternoon in a silver SUV. If you have any information on these subjects, please email Lt. Richardson … Read more
The City of Ark City says the Chestnut Booster Station is currently experiencing control system issues that are affecting water pressure in the eastern part of town. Unfortunately, it has taken some time to get a technician scheduled, but one is expected to arrive Thursday morning to make the necessary repairs. We’re hopeful the station … Read more
Organizers of the 53rd Walnut Valley Festival have teamed up with Danny Ginn String Works, and will raffle a guitar this fall to raise funds for youth guitar lessons in Cowley County. The music festival will take place September 17-21, in Winfield, Kansas. The guitar to be raffled, a custom Couch and Concert model, features … Read more
Give Back with Cowley’s Community Clothing Drive! We’re bringing back our classic Clothes Drive-but this time, we’re going bigger! For the first time ever, Cowley College is partnering with Central Christian Church-Ark City to collect more and help more. What Can You Donate? Gently used clothes, shoes, linens, and household items (just no electronics, please!). … Read more
Cowley County says Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR) statements will begin arriving in mailboxes at the end of this week – here’s what you need to know: If a taxing entity plans to collect more in property taxes than the previous year – even if the mill levy remains the same or your property value changes … Read more
Arkansas City High School is excited to welcome incoming 9th graders and newcomers with an Open House event on Tuesday, August 19th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This special day is designed to help students and guardians smoothly transition into the new school environment. Attendees will have the chance to pick up their schedules, … Read more
The City of Ark City says, got a confusing call or text from a City number? We’re sorry for any confusion! Here’s what we were trying to say: Our Environmental Services team is flushing fire hydrants across parts of south-central Arkansas City-starting August 4, 2025. About 160 hydrants will be flushed in this round. Affected … Read more
USD 470 says 6th Grade Orientation is almost here! Join us from 9 to 11 a.m. on August 18 for a special event at the middle school just for our incoming 6th graders! Students will: Meet their teachers Practice opening their lockers Explore the building Find friends in their classes
The Winfield Police Department says, it’s after dark, and witnesses to a crime tell you a suspect ran through a busy park. Can you differentiate all the foot impressions to try and track down the suspect? At our citizens police academy, you’ll learn about the services provided by Blue Line Tracking LLC, located right here … Read more