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Winfield Fire Department Responds to Grass Fires, House Fire in Two-Day Stretch

WINFIELD, Kan. — The Winfield Fire/EMS Department responded to two separate fire incidents Wednesday and Thursday, including a large grass fire north of the city and a residential structure fire that displaced occupants and killed a pet, according to news releases from Winfield Fire Marshal Pete Rowley. Grass Fires — March

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Ark Valley Brief

March 25, 2026

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Free Child Care Training Offered April 4 in Coffeyville

COFFEYVILLE, Kan. — A free Conscious Discipline Training session will be held April 4 at Community Elementary School in Coffeyville as part of a regional effort to strengthen early childhood education across south central Kansas. The session, part of a four-part training series, runs from 9 a.m. to 4

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Cowley College Wins National Marketing Award for Theatre Poster

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Cowley College has earned a national marketing honor for its promotional work on a recent theatre production, according to a news release from the college. The college received a 2025 Paragon Award from the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations at the organization's national

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Ark Valley Brief

March 23, 2026

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Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce Warns Members of Email Scam

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce is warning members and the public about a fraudulent email circulating under the organization's name. The Chamber confirmed the emails are not legitimate and urged anyone who receives a suspicious message claiming to be from the organization not

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Arkansas City Honors Former City Clerk and Treasurer with Dedication Ceremony

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Friends, family and city officials gathered at City Hall Monday to dedicate a plaque honoring Michael Cox for his decades of service to the City of Arkansas City. Cox served the city from 1975 to 2008, holding the roles of both City Clerk and City Treasurer. Over

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National Weather Service to Present Free Severe Weather Safety Program in Cowley County

WINFIELD, Kan. — The National Weather Service will host a free public presentation on severe weather safety Tuesday evening at Cowley Cinema 8 in Winfield. The event, Storm Fury on the Plains 2026, is organized by Cowley County Emergency Management and is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. Admission

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Ark Valley Brief

March 20, 2026

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Ark Valley Brief

March 18, 2026

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Arkansas City Approves Design Agreement for New Fire/EMS Station

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — City commissioners approved the first step toward constructing a new Fire/EMS station for the Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department at their March 17 meeting. Commissioners passed a resolution authorizing the city to enter into a Design-Build Agreement with Crossland Construction Company for pre-construction and

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Ark Valley Brief

March 16, 2026

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Arkansas City Police Department Honors Top Officers at 4th Annual Awards Banquet

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Arkansas City Police Department held its 4th Annual Awards Banquet last week, recognizing officers and staff for their dedication and service to the community. Three major awards were presented during the evening. Sgt. John Merz was named Supervisor of the Year, Officer Hailey Ladner was named

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Arkansas City Advances Wilson Park Splash Pad, Sewer Main Replacement Projects

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Construction crews made significant progress this week on two separate infrastructure projects in Arkansas City, including the installation of concrete at the future Wilson Park Splash Pad site and the start of a large sewer main replacement on the city's north side. At Wilson Park,

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Survey Shows Majority Favor East Poplar Site for New Arkansas City Fire Station

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — A majority of respondents to a community survey on a potential new Arkansas City fire station favored a site near East Poplar Street and J Street, according to results released Thursday by the Fire/EMS Department. Of 247 total responses received, 144 respondents, or 58.3%, indicated

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Ark Valley Brief

March 13, 2026

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Ark Valley Brief

March 11, 2026

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Arkansas City Fire/EMS Open House Draws Community Support for New Station Discussion

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department welcomed community members Monday evening for an open house at its current station, giving residents a firsthand look at the facility as the department continues discussions about its future needs. Attendees had the opportunity to tour the station, speak directly with