ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Cowley College's annual Student Spotlight: Humanities & Communication Day saw significant growth this year, welcoming 39 high school students from eight area schools, up from 30 students representing three schools last year, according to information provided by Hunter Ferguson, integrated communications specialist for the college.

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Multiple improvements are underway at Wilson Park as the city advances two major recreational projects: new pickleball courts and a splash pad. City crews began removing former tennis courts this week to make way for four new pickleball courts, part of a long-term investment in park

ARKANSAS CITY — The Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated local businesses and community leaders at its annual banquet Thursday evening. The event began with a happy hour at Union State Bank before moving to the Horton Theatre at The Stars to Celebrate The Stars of Arkansas City. Creekstone Farms

ARKANSAS CITY — 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

ARKANSAS CITY — 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

WINFIELD — The Winfield Fire/EMS Department conducted ice rescue training at Island Park, preparing crews for winter emergencies despite cold conditions. "Cold weather doesn't stop emergencies," the department said in a social media post. C Shift personnel practiced hands-on scenarios and safe rescue techniques in

ARKANSAS CITY — The Kansas Department of Commerce is offering grants to help downtown and commercial area businesses upgrade storefront signage through the SIGNS Grant Program. The initiative helps businesses improve signage that enhances visibility, attracts customers and supports stronger, more marketable commercial districts, according to the City of Arkansas City.

ARKANSAS CITY — Cowley College's Paramedic Program is seeking community volunteers to serve as standardized patients for student training exercises at the college's simulation lab. Standardized patients assist students by portraying patients during simulated clinical scenarios, according to the program. No medical background is required, and volunteers

ARKANSAS CITY — The city will receive $658,728 to add new playground equipment at Wilson Park following an announcement by Lt. Gov. and Secretary of Commerce David Toland. The funding comes from more than $4.1 million in Community Development Block Grant projects across 12 communities statewide, with Arkansas City

ARKANSAS CITY — The Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department recently completed training on ZOLL Medical Corporation equipment, enhancing the department's ability to respond to cardiac emergencies. ZOLL monitors and defibrillators are tools first responders use to track heart rhythms and vital signs, deliver life-saving shocks when needed, and