KDOT approves over $300K for rail rehabilitation work in Cowley County

Over $300,000 in Kansas Department of Transportation funds is coming to Cowley County for short line rail rehabilitation.According to a news release from the governor's office Tuesday, South Kansas & Oklahoma Railroad's application for funds was approved for $319,802 for what Topeka labeled as... Read More.

Annual WNH, Winfield Rec fun run raises over $2,500 for Isle of Lights

The Mile of Lights Fun Run/Walk raised $2,690 for Winfield Isle of Lights."December’s Mile of Lights Fun Run/Walk continued its record-breaking streak with over 800 people registered for the 5th-annual event hosted by the Winfield Recreation Commission and William Newton Hospital," a press release... Read More.

Ark City, Winfield combine to send 18 wrestlers to state

Ark City and Winfield will be well-represented at state wrestling this weekend.The Bulldogs, the 5A regional host this past weekend, will send eight to the state tournament -- including 5A regional champion Kolby Quint at 113 pounds. Quint, a sophomore goes from the Dawg... Read More.

Area students take part in Math & Science Day at Cowley College

From RAMA PEROO/Cowley CollegeStudents from area high schools recently attended Cowley College’s Math & Science Day event held on the main campus in Arkansas City.The event brought together five schools from different locations. The participating schools included South Haven, Caldwell, Rose Hill, Wellington, and... Read More.

AUDIO: The 620 Sports Show 2/15/24

Brady, Rama and in for Coach Dave Burroughs, Curt Caden, recap the Super Bowl, the tragedy at the end of the Chiefs parade in Kansas City Wednesday, take an early peek at the NFL draft and dive into local sports including Cowley and Southwestern... Read More.

Ark City Municipal Court launches new online payment platform

The Arkansas City Municipal Court has unveiled its new online payment platform, a significant step forward in its mission to enhance accessibility and convenience for residents, the City of Ark City said in a news release Wednesday."With this initiative, citizens can securely settle fines... Read More.

Deck repair to begin on Cowley 4 bridges Monday

(Photos by Brady Bauman)Bridge and water main work will be delaying travel in a few spots in Cowley County starting this week.According to Cowley County Emergency Management, the county, along with Kirkham Michael and PCI Roads, will be closing 202nd Rd, between 11th Road... Read More.