Morrow To Be Recognized

A pillar of the Arkansas City community will be honored during an awards ceremony Tuesday evening for his dedication and service.

The City of Arkansas City Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award Committee will present the family of Otis Morrow with a Special Distinction in Community Service certificate during its annual award presentation at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the Avery Learning Center, 2500 N. 15th St.

Morrow, who passed away on Jan. 2, 2023, was born on Jan. 24, 1948. He graduated from Arkansas City High School in 1966 and continued at Southwestern College in Winfield, where he graduated in 1970. He later attended Washburn University School of Law, earning his law degree in 1972.

Morrow was an Attorney at Law for 50 years, serving as the City Attorney for Arkansas City for 30 years. He also lent his expertise to various boards, including the VJ Wilkins Foundation. His commitment to the legal profession extended to his memberships in the Kansas Bar Association, Oklahoma Bar Association, and American Bar Association, where he continuously strived for justice and fairness.

However, Morrow was more than just an attorney. He was a faithful community servant. He was an active member of the Rotary Club in Arkansas City and played a vital role in the Etzanoa Conservancy. Morrow was a vital member of the Chamber of Commerce, having served as president.

Morrow will be recognized alongside the Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award recipient. This year’s award recipient will not be announced until Tuesday night’s reception.