Arkansas City, AR

The Hutchinson High boys soccer team raced to a three-goal lead at halftime Thursday, and the Salthawks would go on to win their 2026 opener by beating Arkansas City 5-1 at the Salthawk Sports Complex. The Salthawks are scheduled to play again Monday afternoon in […]

Ark City Schools have announced a time change for tonight's Cowley Cup Football Game. Due to the extreme heat, kickoff between Arkansas City and Winfield has been moved back 30 minutes. The game will now begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, at Jantz Stadium [...]

VBPD is reducing data retention from 30 days to 7 and restricting full access to Van Buren police employees.

The City of Ark City says the Community Spirit Award Committee has extended the nomination deadline for the 2026 Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award to September 14, 2026. Do you know an individual, group, or organization that makes Arkansas City a better place? Help [...]

Mark your calendar for USD 470's public budget hearings tonight at Arkansas City Middle School. ⏰️ 5:15 p.m. - Revenue Neutral Rate hearing ⏰️ 5:25 p.m. - Budget hearing ⏰️ 5:30 p.m. - Regular Board of Education meeting USD 470 is proposing to exceed the [...]

The City of Arkansas City is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily reduce water use while we closely monitor the community's water supply. An Enhanced Water Conservation Advisory is now in effect. This is not a water emergency. There are no mandatory restrictions, penalties or [...]

The City of Ark City says they've heard the discussion and want to help clear up some questions about sign regulations in Arkansas City. Sign regulations are in place to help keep everyone safe. Signs can become a safety concern when they: • Block drivers' [...]

Labor Day weekend is a time for gatherings, celebrations and time with family and friends. The Arkansas City Police Department is reminding everyone to make safety part of their plans by driving sober. The Arkansas City Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across the [...]

The City of Arkansas City is seeking licensed and insured contractors, where applicable, to support a new housing improvement project funded by a Community Development Block Grant. The project will rehabilitate approximately nine residential properties and demolish approximately two blighted residential structures. General contractors and [...]

Earle “Andy” Maxson, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, peacefully departed this world on August 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 3, 1948, in Arkansas City, Kansas, Andy was the second of six children of Louis and Pat Maxson. Both his parents and brothers Stanley and Mark preceded him in death. Andy […] The post Earle “Andy” Maxson first appeared on Petersburg Observer & Menard County Review.