Ark Valley Brief
February 6, 2026
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JAIL UPDATES
February 5, 2026 - February 6, 2026 | Cowley County, KS 02/05/26 - 02/06/26 | Cowley County, KS
New inmates:
- SIMMONS, CASANDRA L - Fail to Comply District
- TAN, CHRISTOPHER L - DUI Alcohol or Drugs, Transport Open CMB, Traffic Offense Released inmates:
- BERRY, LESLIE

Obituaries
(Today & Yesterday)

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

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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