Kim Milliken is the new city clerk at Cedar Vale following her swearing-in on Monday.

Milliken currently lives at Independence and will move to Cedar Vale soon. She has three children, Chelsea, 18, who attends Coffeyville Community College; Michelle, 17, a senior at Independence High School; and Kristopher, 3.

Barbara Denney, city clerk for the past 10 years, has announced her retirement from city clerk’s position.

Milliken said she was excited about her new duties, noting that Cedar Vale is a beautiful town and she is enjoying getting to know everyone.

Several area schools will send delegates to the state track and field meet at Wichita this Friday and Saturday.

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Two Chautauqua County residents were arrested last Thursday after law enforcement officers searched their house in Cedar Vale and allegedly found explosive devises and drugs.

Sheriff Perry Russell said his office conducted a search of 608 Lawrence Street in Cedar Vale, with the assistance of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, Kansas Fire Marshal’s office and local police departments. Read more

Cedar Vale residents are preparing for their 14th Annual Spring Fling this weekend, Friday, April 24 through Sunday, April 26.

All events are held at the Hewins Park on the south side of Cedar Vale. This year the weekend will kick off with the women’s ranch rodeo on Friday starting at 7 p.m. Following will be a dance featuring a band from the Arkansas City area called “The Howlerz.” Read more