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Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Cowley County Proclaims June 15-21 as Men's Health Week

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,

Arkansas City Commission Approves Insurance Renewal, Park Alcohol Ordinance at April 7 Meeting

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

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

Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Winfield Public Library to Host Smithsonian Transcription Event Preserving Post-Civil War Records

Winfield Public Library to Host Smithsonian Transcription Event Preserving Post-Civil War Records

WINFIELD, Kan. — The Winfield Public Library will host "Voices of Freedom: Transcribing Post-Civil War Handwritten Records with the Smithsonian," a free Citizen Science event, Friday, April 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. The event is part of Citizen Science Month and is being held in partnership with

Greenwood, Elk County Conservation Districts to Host 9th Annual Women in Ag Event

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,

Sumner County 911 Seeks Community Members to 'Adopt a Dispatcher' During Appreciation Week

Sumner County 911 Seeks Community Members to 'Adopt a Dispatcher' During Appreciation Week

SUMNER COUNTY, Kan. — Sumner County 911 is inviting individuals, groups, churches and businesses to participate in an "Adopt a Dispatcher" program ahead of National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week, April 12-18. Those who participate will be matched with a dispatcher and encouraged to show appreciation through gifts or gestures

Jail Updates

April 05 Cowley County New Inmates: BERRY, LESLIE P JR Sumner County No New Inmates April 06 Cowley County New Inmates: LOPEZ, JUAN E — Out of State Warrant (2 counts) SEVART, JOSHUA D — Theft of Property/Services $1,000-$25,000; Burglary of Vehicle (5 counts); Forgery; Theft of Property/

Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

KFB Insights: Spring surprises

KFB Insights: Spring surprises

Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher

Top 5 Kansas news stories

Top 5 Kansas news stories

Winfield City Council Summary

Winfield City Council Summary

Week of April 5, 2026

Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Winfield Chamber Accepting Applications for Start-Up Showdown Business Competition

Winfield Chamber Accepting Applications for Start-Up Showdown Business Competition

WINFIELD, Kan. — The Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for "Vision to Venture: Winfield Start-Up Showdown," a business pitch competition open to entrepreneurs of all ages, with more than $10,000 in venture capital available to participating businesses. Individuals must apply online and, if chosen, compete

Kitchen Fire Causes $70,000 in Damage to Riverdale Home

Kitchen Fire Causes $70,000 in Damage to Riverdale Home

RIVERDALE, Kan. — A kitchen fire caused an estimated $70,000 in damage to a home in the 500 block of East 76th Avenue North early Friday morning, according to Wellington Fire/EMS. Crews were dispatched at approximately 5:36 a.m. to a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found

Jail Updates

April 02 Cowley County New Inmates: BERRY, LESLIE P JR — Fail to Comply District (2 counts) Released: CLARKE, PHILLIP D — Failure to Appear NIX, ANASTASIA K — Fail to Comply District FEWOX, RICHARD L SR — Failure to Appear District SHELTON, BRITTANY N — Failure to Appear District Sumner County New Inmates: Deffenbaugh,

Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Arkansas City to Honor Outstanding Students at April Banquet

Arkansas City to Honor Outstanding Students at April Banquet

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The City of Arkansas City will recognize academically accomplished students from three local institutions at its annual Outstanding Student Award Reception and Banquet next month. Established in 1984 by the City Commission, the program recognizes students who demonstrate academic excellence and a strong commitment to their community.

Wellington Native to Serve in Mission Control During Artemis II as Community Celebrates with Free Launch Lunch

Wellington Native to Serve in Mission Control During Artemis II as Community Celebrates with Free Launch Lunch

WELLINGTON, Kan. — The community is invited to attend a free Launch Lunch event Friday, April 3 at the Wellington Regent Theatre to celebrate the Artemis II mission, which will feature Wellington native and WHS alumnus Erik Stalcup working in Mission Control as astronauts travel around the far side of the

Jail Updates

March 31 Cowley County New Inmates: BERRY, LESLIE P JR — Fail to Comply District (2 counts) OSBORNE, DAVID M — Distribution of Opiate/Narcotic/Stimulant/Heroin ROEDER, DILLON J — Involuntary Manslaughter; Endangering a Child; Possession of Marijuana/THC; Criminal Carry of Firearm Released: MASON, LATOSHA A — Failure to Appear District Sumner

Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

KFB Insights: The voices that carry

KFB Insights: The voices that carry

Jackie Mundt, Pratt County farmer and rancher