Ark Valley Brief
February 4, 2026
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Driver Transported After Vehicle Crashes Into Canal on West Adams Avenue
Arkansas City police and fire officials responded to a single-vehicle crash at approximately 2:23 a.m. Feb. 1 in the 400 block of West Adams Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a red 2015 Ford Focus resting sideways in the canal, according to the Arkansas City Police Department.
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Arkansas City Police Officer Recognized as VFW State Officer of the Year Nominee
Police Officer Hailey Ladner was recognized during the Feb. 3 City Commission meeting for her nomination as the Veterans of Foreign Wars State of Kansas Officer of the Year. Michael Bohlander of VFW POST 1254 Arkansas City presented Ladner with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of her
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Arson Suspected in Winfield House Fire
Two residents escape unharmed as multiple fire departments respond to Monday morning blaze
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JAIL UPDATES
February 3, 2026 - February 4, 2026 | Cowley County, KS 02/03/26 - 02/04/26 | Cowley County, KS
New inmates:
- CONKLIN, KRISTI M - Probation or Parole Violation
- MERCADO, VINCENT JR - Battery LEO (M)
- MUSCATO, ANTHONY W - Fail to Appear District Released inmates:
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Obituaries
(Today & Yesterday)
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Events
Caldwell Chamber of Commerce Seeks Bingo Enthusiasts for Trail Festival Fundraiser
The Caldwell Chamber of Commerce is calling on bingo lovers to participate in the Chisholm Trail Festival Fundraiser, scheduled for Feb. 7 at Sugar Sisters, 20 S Main St. The event will feature a Western-themed bingo night with doors opening at 6 p.m. and games beginning at 7
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Chamber of Commerce Seeks Donations for Stars and Stripes Event
ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce is requesting gift basket donations for its annual Stars and Stripes fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 7. The chamber announced Tuesday it is seeking contributions for raffle prizes at the event, which will be held at the Burford Theatre in
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