citizen journal

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

Two residents escape unharmed as multiple fire departments respond to Monday morning blaze

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

ARKANSAS CITY — Cowley College will host its Spring College Transfer and Job Fair on Feb. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Wright Room of the Brown Center. The event will bring together colleges, universities and employers in one location for students exploring their next steps

WELLINGTON — Wellington High School's National Honor Society will host a blood drive Jan. 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the school, located at 1700 E. 16th St. The event marks the last blood drive opportunity of the school year, and organizers are

ARKANSAS CITY — Cowley College is inviting young singers from Cowley County and surrounding areas to join its newly formed youth choir program for students in grades three through seven. The first rehearsal is scheduled for Jan. 27, 2026, at the Cowley College Choir Room. Regular rehearsals will take place Tuesdays