Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Milling and overlay project is currently underway on Main (U.S. 77) in Winfield

Friday, May 9

Work began this week on a mill and overlay project on Main, which is also U.S. 77, in Winfield. The project area extends from Sixth Ave. to 11th Ave. All traffic lanes and parking areas along this stretch of roadway are included. Minor traffic interruptions... Read More.

Former SC all-American is missing kayaker whose body is found in river in Arkansas

Friday, May 9

Hector Rios - a decorated cross country and track athlete at Winfield’s Southwestern College in the late 80s - has been identified as a missing kayaker whose body was recovered this week from the Mulberry River in Arkansas. Rios, 57, went missing on Saturday in... Read More.

County budget work session is set for Tuesday at County Courthouse in Winfield

Thursday, May 8

Cowley County Commissioners are scheduled to meet Tuesday for a budget work session expected to last well into the afternoon. That session begins at 9 a.m. in the assembly room of the Cowley County Courthouse in Winfield. Commissioners will hear numerous presentations from area groups... Read More.

Two arrested this week after investigation into burglary of USD 470 warehouse

Wednesday, May 7

Two people were arrested following an investigation into a break-in at a warehouse in Ark City Saturday. Dakota Sparks, 30, and Dakota Hughes, 32, both of Arkansas City, were arrested in connection with the burglary. Both individuals were booked into the Cowley County Jail, and remained... Read More.

Edwards has 10 stops left in his attempt to set state-hopping Guinness record

Wednesday, May 7

An adventure that began in Ark City at the end of March is nearing completion for Guinness-record seeker Warren Edwards. Edwards is attempting to visit all 50 states in 50 days, one day after the next. He was in Flagstaff, Az. today (Wednesday) for day... Read More.

AC brings in experienced basketball coach Hankins to lead Bulldogs boys team

Wednesday, May 7

Terril Hankins has been named the new coach of the Ark City High School boys basketball team. He had been coach of the Blackwell High School boys team since 2017. David Boxman was serving as Bulldogs coach in an interim capacity since the resignation of... Read More.

Cowley County commissioners approve public nudity ordinance this morning

Tuesday, May 6

Cowley County commissioners Tuesday morning voted unanimously to approve an ordinance to restrict public nudity. The vote took place at the courthouse assembly room in Winfield where commissioners held their regular meeting. One person spoke in opposition. The ordinance will be enforceable following the required publishing... Read More.

Cowley County graduation set for Saturday morning; Avery Osen is keynote speaker

Monday, May 5

Four hundred and sixty-one students are candidates for graduation on Saturday as Cowley College celebrates its 102nd Commencement Ceremony. Exercises begin at 10 a.m. inside the W.S. Scott Auditorium on the Arkansas City campus. Individuals requiring special seating at Commencement should plan to arrive by... Read More.

Happy Days is the theme and Ed Hargrove is your Grand Marshal for Arkalalah 2025

Friday, May 2

Ed Hargrove has been named parade grand marshal for this fall’s 2025 Arkalalah Celebration in Ark City. The announcement was made Thursday at the Halfalalah event held at the Burford Theater. Officials also announced the theme Happy Days for this year’s festival, which is scheduled for... Read More.

Cowley County commissioners to consider public nudity ordinance Tuesday morning

Friday, May 2

Public nudity - and even some nudity on private property - would be restricted under a new ordinance to be considered Tuesday by Cowley County Commissioners. The ordinance has developed quickly in recent weeks in response to a resident, in the IXL area of Ark... Read More.

ACPD: Man’s DUI arrest leads to drug related charges and outstanding warrants

Tuesday, April 29

A Wichita man remained in the Cowley County Jail Tuesday after an investigation into impaired driving led to his arrest in Ark City over the weekend. 39-year-old Brock L. Blumenstein was booked into jail on charges of DUI 2nd offense, possession with intent to distribute... Read More.

Ribbon cutting is Wednesday to mark the opening of the new Hackney Bridge

Monday, April 28

A ribbon cutting ceremony is set for Wednesday morning to celebrate the opening of the new Hackney Bridge north of Ark City. The event begins at 10 a.m. and will include remarks from various officials, light refreshments and bridge tours. Comfortable shoes are suggested for... Read More.

Author: Shane Farley

Milling and overlay project is currently underway on Main (U.S. 77) in Winfield

Former SC all-American is missing kayaker whose body is found in river in Arkansas

County budget work session is set for Tuesday at County Courthouse in Winfield

Two arrested this week after investigation into burglary of USD 470 warehouse

Edwards has 10 stops left in his attempt to set state-hopping Guinness record

AC brings in experienced basketball coach Hankins to lead Bulldogs boys team

Cowley County commissioners approve public nudity ordinance this morning

Cowley County graduation set for Saturday morning; Avery Osen is keynote speaker

Happy Days is the theme and Ed Hargrove is your Grand Marshal for Arkalalah 2025

Cowley County commissioners to consider public nudity ordinance Tuesday morning

Ribbon cutting is Wednesday to mark the opening of the new Hackney Bridge

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