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April 08, 2026
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Cowley County Proclaims June 15-21 as Men’s Health Week
COWLEY COUNTY, Kan. — The Cowley County Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed June 15-21, 2026, as Men’s Health Week in Cowley County, encouraging men and boys in the community to prioritize their health through regular check-ups, healthy habits and open conversations about physical and mental well-being. The proclamation, signed April
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Arkansas City Commission Approves Insurance Renewal, Park Alcohol Ordinance at April 7 Meeting
ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Arkansas City Commission approved several measures at its April 7 meeting, including a municipal insurance renewal, a new alcohol ordinance for Wilson Park and a series of environmental and public services expenditures. The commission approved the renewal of the city’s municipal insurance program through EMC Insurance,
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Jail Updates
April 07 Cowley County New Inmates: CAPPS, ZACHARY N — Possession of Controlled Substance; Interference with Judicial Process; Possession of Marijuana; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Failure to Appear (3 counts) SELLERS, ALLISON S — Not Classified (3 counts) TIGER, AHNAWAKE A — Battery SHELTON, BRITTANY N — Possession of Stimulant; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
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Events
Greenwood, Elk County Conservation Districts to Host 9th Annual Women in Ag Event
EUREKA, Kan. — The Greenwood County and Elk County Conservation Districts will host the 9th Annual Women in Ag Event on Tuesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. at 110 E. 3rd St. in Eureka. The event is free and open to the public. Confirmed topics include Native Plants and Gardens,
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