Explore More Day at Southwestern College coming up
The Office of Admission at Southwestern College will hold an Explore More Day on Monday, Jan. 17. The event will begin at 9:30 a.m.... Read More.
Here's What's Happening
Chamber coffee set for January 13th
The next Chamber Coffee, through the Ark City Chamber of Commerce, is set for January 13th at 10 a.m. in the Cowley College Wright... Read More.
Cooking class set for January 26th
Join us in the Burford Theatre Arts’s Jean R. Snell Kitchen at 118 S. Summit St. for a special cooking class taught by Jennifer... Read More.
Two KU fraternities suspended for hazing
The University of Kansas has suspended two fraternities for five years, after an investigation that accused of organizations of fostering a culture of hazing.... Read More.
USD 470 considering COVID protocols
From USD 470: Some recent changes in CDC isolation and quarantine guidance brought about several questions regarding the district’s COVID protocols. In an effort... Read More.
Governor signs state of disaster emergency
Governor Laura Kelly today signed a State of Disaster Emergency to alleviate healthcare staffing shortages and facilities’ constraints caused by the surge in COVID-19... Read More.
State extending emergency benefits
In an effort to continue supporting Kansans as they manage the impacts of COVID-19 and the multiple variants of the virus, the Kansas Department... Read More.
Governor announces tax collections
Governor Laura Kelly announced that total tax collections for December were $890.3 million. That is $64.5 million, or 7.8%, more than the monthly estimate.... Read More.
Butler County Health Department offering COVID testing
The Butler county Health Department in El Dorado is offering free Rapid COVID 19 testing, with results in 15 minutes, on several dates coming... Read More.
Black Hills Energy customers to see net rate reduction
A unanimous settlement agreement approved by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) will result in a net rate reduction for Black Hills Energy customers. Beginning... Read More.