Ark City, KS
70
Light Rain
Feels like 71°.
Humidity: 88% Dew Point: 67°
Clouds: 64% Pressure: 29.96 in
Wind: E 5 mph Visability: 10 mi Conditions as of 3:40am
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Fri
79 63
Rain in the morning.
82%   81%
6:16   6:28
Sat
73 52
Partly cloudy starting in the afternoon, continuing until evening.
7%   31%
6:17   6:26
Sun
76 55
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
3%   41%
6:18   6:25

Here's What's Happening

WINFIELD POLICE INVESTIGATING BREAK-IN AT NELSON MACHINE SHOP

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On Monday, Winfield Police responded to Nelson Machine Shop on Industrial Road in Winfield, after a burglary that apparently occurred over the weekend was reported. Items taken included tools, welding equipment, two vehicles, and a trailer. The vehicles were described as a 1984 white... Read More.

MEETING POSTPONED DUE TO DEATH

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Out of respect for the passing of one of its members, the late Jean Snell, the Historic Preservation Board decided to postpone last night’s regular meeting until 5:30pm next Monday, January 28th. City leaders say the thoughts of all go out to Jean’s family.... Read More.

WINFIELD POLICE RELEASE SCANT REPORT

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From the Winfield Police Department blotter… Christian Harvey of Wichita was arrested for driving while suspended in the 900 block of Country Club Road. Police also report that Wesley Hoffman of Winfield was the victim of burglary in the 1100 block of Elizabeth Street.... Read More.

ARK CITY MAN JAILED ON MULTIPLE FELONY CHARGES

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An Arkansas City man has been arrested in connection with suspected child abuse and endangerment of a child. 37 year old Eric Brown is now facing two felony counts each of abuse of a child and criminal use of weapons, plus one felony count... Read More.

KDOT TO KICK OFF BRIDGE PROJECT ON MONDAY

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A KDOT project to replace a bridge on Crestwood Drive, over Crestwood Creek, is scheduled to begin Monday. The bridge is located just north of East Madison Avenue, about 2,000 feet east of the Walnut River. Crews will begin placing official closure signs Monday.... Read More.

ARK CITY DOCTOR OFF THE HOOK

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The Kansas Court of Appeals has upheld a district court ruling, that said a man who accused an Ark City doctor of malpractice after a hernia operation, did not file a timely claim. According to the local newspaper, the court ruled unanimously in favor... Read More.

Attorney General Sworn In For 3rd 4-Year Term

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In a ceremony on the south steps of the Statehouse, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt, joined by his wife Jennifer, and their two daughters, was sworn in by the chief justice of the Kansas Supreme Court. He used a family bible that was a... Read More.

Pickup Truck Mayhem In Ark City

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Arkansas City Police arrested a 17-year-old Arkansas City boy on Saturday in connection with a traffic accident, that officers say may have been connected to a prior incident in which a vehicle drove through Wilson Park, damaging City equipment in the park. That incident... Read More.

BAND CONCERT PLANNED FOR FEBRUARY 23RD

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Several Arkansas City High School students were selected to perform in the All-State Honor Choir and Band as well as District-level honor ensembles. According to the Kansas Music Educators Association website, each year, students throughout the state of Kansas have the opportunity to audition... Read More.

ARK CITY WINTER CONCERT SET FOR TUESDAY

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The Arkansas City High School Band department will hold its annual Winter Concert Tuesday, January 22nd at 7pm in the high school auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public, and will feature music written entirely by composers with Kansas ties. According... Read More.