Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Boil Water Advisory rescinded for the city of Belle Plaine in Sumner County

Friday, November 7

This order has since been rescinded by KDHE. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Belle Plaine public water supply system in Sumner County. The advisory took effect Nov. 6 and will remain in place until... Read More.

Cowley College in the running for prestigious Aspen Prize for top schools

Thursday, November 6

When Cowley College President Michelle Schoon talks about student success, she points to the dedication of faculty and staff who help make it happen every day. That work, she said, continues to earn national attention. Cowley College has once again been recognized among the top... Read More.

ELECTION: Lungren tops in AC; Schoon in Winfield; 3 reelected CC trustees

Wednesday, November 5

Local businessman and political newcomer Steve Lungren bested the field Tuesday to land a seat on the Ark City Commission. Lungren finished with 724 votes, David Colquhoun had 648, Charles Tweety III 550, Charles Jennings 379, Jerry Straley 252 and Mickey Schmith 179. Lungren and... Read More.

Sumner voters OK sales tax extension for Cowley’s Wellington campus

Tuesday, November 4

Sumner County voters have approved the renewal of a half-cent sales tax that helps fund Cowley College’s Sumner Campus. Final unofficial totals from Tuesday’s election show 2,081 yes votes to 1,848 no votes. The measure extends the existing tax for another ten years. The half-cent tax,... Read More.

USD 470 bond questions: First passes easily; Second one much closer

Tuesday, November 4

A $52.7 million bond issue meant to fund major improvements at Ark City Middle School and pay for other USD 470 improvements, has passed. A second bond question that would fund a $14 million pre-k center for the district, appears to have passed by... Read More.

Person is pulled from Island Park lagoon Tuesday in critical condition

Tuesday, November 4

A person was in critical condition Tuesday afternoon after being pulled from the water at Island Park in Winfield. An adult fell into the water and was removed by civilians and emergency personnel, according to Pete Rowley, interim chief and fire marshal with Winfield Fire/EMS.... Read More.

Three arrested following investigation into August theft at Winfield store

Tuesday, November 4

Three people have been arrested following an August theft at Home Lumber in Winfield. Police were dispatched Aug. 5 to the store, located at 1201 Main Street, after employees reported that several individuals had stolen numerous power tools. Investigators worked with Cowley County Crimestoppers to release... Read More.

County attorney: ACMS student in urination case eligible for diversion

Thursday, October 30

An Arkansas City Middle School student accused of urinating in the water bottles of other students last month is eligible to enter a diversion-type program, Cowley County Attorney Larry Schwartz said Thursday afternoon. The juvenile, who has not been identified, faces 10 counts of misdemeanor... Read More.

USD 470 board recap: Air quality report; Awards, updates and more…

Wednesday, October 29

Arkansas City Public Schools received positive news on building safety and air quality during this month’s USD 470 Board of Education meeting. Building Health ReportSteve Moreland with Air & Environmental Management Inc. presented findings from recent indoor air quality and mold testing at Arkansas City... Read More.

Sheriff pursuit Monday night ends with crash and arrest south of Winfield

Tuesday, October 28

A Cowley County Sheriff’s deputy was involved in a vehicle pursuit late Monday night that ended with one person in custody south of Winfield. The chase began around 9:25 p.m. in the 21000 block of 85th Road, east of Strother Field, and continued for several... Read More.

Ponca Lowe’s visits IXL in Ark City to spruce up the school and playground

Tuesday, October 28

IXL Elementary has received a boost thanks to Lowe’s of Ponca City and the company’s Lowe’s Hometown Project, a community initiative that gives back to schools and neighborhoods across the region. On Oct. 16, a team of Lowe’s volunteers joined forces to complete upgrades for... Read More.

Deer time of year: KDOT reminds drivers of seasonal animal strike spike

Tuesday, October 28

Motorists are being reminded to watch for deer on Kansas roadways as collisions typically rise during the fall breeding season. The Kansas Department of Transportation reports that 39 percent of all single-vehicle crashes in 2024 involved a deer. Five people were killed and 674... Read More.

Author: Shane Farley

Boil Water Advisory rescinded for the city of Belle Plaine in Sumner County

Cowley College in the running for prestigious Aspen Prize for top schools

ELECTION: Lungren tops in AC; Schoon in Winfield; 3 reelected CC trustees

Sumner voters OK sales tax extension for Cowley’s Wellington campus

USD 470 bond questions: First passes easily; Second one much closer

Person is pulled from Island Park lagoon Tuesday in critical condition

Three arrested following investigation into August theft at Winfield store

County attorney: ACMS student in urination case eligible for diversion

USD 470 board recap: Air quality report; Awards, updates and more…

Sheriff pursuit Monday night ends with crash and arrest south of Winfield

Ponca Lowe’s visits IXL in Ark City to spruce up the school and playground

Deer time of year: KDOT reminds drivers of seasonal animal strike spike

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