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Bitter Cold, Blowing Snow Blankets Region; White Christmas In Store

Much of the state -- including Winfield, Ark City and north central Oklahoma -- is going into the holiday weekend with a White Christmas looking assured. Extremely bitter cold and blowing snow blanketed the state Thursday morning. Temperatures in Cowley County were at or below zero... Read More.

Winfield Garage Fire Sunday Night Ruled Arson

A garage fire in Winfield has been ruled arson. Winfield Fire/EMS were called to a report of a structure fire Sunday in the 1100 block of Lowry. According to a news release from Winfield Fire Marshal Chad Mayberry Monday, crews were dispatched at 8:03 p.m. Sunday... Read More.

Southwestern Names Ross As Chair Of New Honors Program

Southwestern College President Liz Frombgen announced Professor of Biology Pat Ross as the Honors Program Chair during a meeting of faculty and staff last week. According to a news release from SC Friday, Ross holds a doctorate in biological sciences from the University of California... Read More.

Barta Tabbed As New CEO Of William Newton Hospital

William Newton Hospital’s Board of Trustees named Brian Barta as the hospital's new chief executive officer. His appointment as CEO is effective immediately, according to a news release from WNH Wednesday. “Brian’s unique experience with Critical Access Hospitals as well as his knowledge of WNH make... Read More.

Bazil Elected As New Cowley College Board Chair

Brett Bazil was elected as the new chairman of the Cowley College Board of Trustees at its last meeting Monday. According to a press release from that board meeting, Bazil has been a board member since January 2022. Bazil was born in Arkansas City and raised... Read More.