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Here's What's Happening

Note about DARE Camp

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From the Ark City Police Department: Just a quick announcement regarding DARE Camp! Kids are not required to wear masks on the bus – but may, if parents wish for their own children to do so. If parents would like to transport to the... Read More.

Governor updates guidance for schools

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Governor Laura Kelly announced a new, updated summary document created from recommendations in KSDE’s Navigating Change: Kansas’ Guide to Learning and School Safety Operations as a reference guide and tool for schools ahead of the start of classes. The document continues the state’s practice... Read More.
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Cowley College gets new cheer coach

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Cowley College is excited to announce Brandon Burke as its new cheer coach. Burke is a proud graduate of Cowley College, holding a degree in Education with a concentration in Child Development. Coach Burke’s cheer experience started as a member of the Newkirk High... Read More.

South Kansas Symphony coming back

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The South Kansas Symphony (SKS) at Southwestern College is planning to be back for the 2021-2022 season. Additional instrumentalists are invited to join. The orchestra typically is a combination of collegiate players, community members, and high school students. Many musicians come from the Winfield... Read More.
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Basketball camp set for August

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Athletes entering fifth through eighth grade are invited to attend the Tiger/Bulldog Youth Basketball Camp August 9-11 in Arkansas City, KS. The camp will run daily from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Arkansas City High School. Donnie Jackson, a former Cowley College assistant and new... Read More.

Winfield wins Battle of the Badges blood drive

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Winfield Police Department says they’ve received official word from American Red Cross Kansas that the winner of last week’s Battle of the Badges blood drive is … WINFIELD! The Winfield community donated 83 units of blood, compared to Arkansas City’s 69 units. Thank you... Read More.
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Cowley College does volleyball camp

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With the start of the fall athletic season just around the corner, Cowley College recently conducted a volleyball camp for high school age participants. The high school volleyball camp was led by Cowley head volleyball coach Steven Gream and assistant coach Lan DaSilva. Current... Read More.
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Application deadline approaching for virtual academy

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From USD 470: We have partnered with Greenbush, an education service center, to offer the Greenbush Virtual Academy-Ark City. This is an option for students who may need/want to learn from home this year. If you choose to apply to the virtual academy and... Read More.

Golden Tigers program coming up

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The Cowley College Golden Tigers is an educational program offered to community members who are at least 50 years of age and/or retired. Through classes, day trips, and workshops, it seeks to provide opportunities that promote the social, intellectual, mental, spiritual, and physical health... Read More.