Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Crash report: Two injured Friday in motor vehicle accident at Strother Field

Tuesday, August 5

Two people were injured Friday evening in a motor vehicle accident that occurred on U.S. 77 highway near Strother Field, according to a report from the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office. Around 6 p.m., Crystal Bonnell, 40, of Winfield, was at the stop sign on 7th... Read More.

Burden, Winfield coach George Lowe awarded coach of year in Salina Tuesday

Tuesday, August 5

Local coach George Lowe was in Salina this morning to be honored as the Kansas Coaches Association coach of the year. He also was recognized for a career that has spanned 50 years. A 1974 graduate of Southwestern College, Lowe has spent his life mentoring... Read More.

Cowley Fair Preview: Rick Meyer tribute; Lots of animals and fun stuff galore

Thursday, July 31

August is a day away and that means your 2025 Cowley County Fair is rolling into the Winfield Fairgrounds for another year. This time with what looks to be milder weather. On Wednesday night, local media were treated to a preview of the fair, which... Read More.

Cowley holds graduation ceremony for Winfield Correctional Facility residents

Wednesday, July 30

Cowley College celebrated the academic achievements of 46 residents of the Winfield Correctional Facility during a graduation ceremony held in June. The event marked a significant milestone in the lives of the graduates, many of whom, the school said, are taking meaningful steps toward... Read More.

Historic preservation consultant is set to visit Arkansas City in early August

Tuesday, July 29

Preservation consultant Christy Davis will be in Arkansas City on Aug. 5 and 6 to support the City’s effort to update the National Register nomination for the Historic Downtown Commercial District. Davis will hold open office hours from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. both days... Read More.

Sheriff: Final autopsy report, toxicology for Sumner Co woman will take time

Monday, July 28

Preliminary autopsy information indicates that no signs of obvious acute injuries were found when the remains of Emilie Porterfield-Hill were examined last week. At this point, Cowley County Sheriff David Falletti said, foul play is not suspected. Final autopsy findings, though, and results of toxicology... Read More.

CEO Brian Barta resigns as Winfield hospital moves to strengthen leadership

Friday, July 25

William Newton Hospital CEO Brian Barta has tendered his resignation and will depart at the end of this month, the hospital announced in a statement released Friday morning. Barta joined William Newton Hospital in 2018 as Chief Financial Officer and has served as CEO... Read More.

Cowley authorities find remains; Await ID before confirming tie to Sumner case

Wednesday, July 23

Remains located in the southwest portion of Cowley County Wednesday could be connected to a missing person case reported in Sumner County, officials said this evening. Cowley Sheriff David Falletti told Cowley Post late tonight that his office will wait on positive identification of the... Read More.

Suspect with a felony record is arrested for burglary of Ark City business

Wednesday, July 23

An investigation into the burglary of Conklin Brothers Tire & Auto in Ark City earlier this month, has led to the arrest of a local man. 24-year-old Hunter T. Mitchell was developed as a suspect in the incident, which was reported to Arkansas City Police... Read More.

Man revived Sunday after police called for an overdose at Winfield restaurant

Wednesday, July 23

Local police and Winfield Fire-EMS responded to a report of a man who appeared to be overdosing in the bathroom at a fast-food restaurant. Officers were dispatched Sunday to Wendy’s, 1617 Main, for an adult male who was not breathing. Employees of the restaurant... Read More.

Ark City schools will host a public meeting to discuss facilities; bond proposal

Tuesday, July 22

Arkansas City Public Schools will host a Community Information Forum on Thursday, Aug. 7, to share details about potential school facility improvement projects and an upcoming bond proposal. The forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Arkansas City Middle School Auditorium. All parents, staff,... Read More.

Former Cowley player Gus Freeman joins Tiger baseball team as asst. coach

Tuesday, July 22

Known as a leader and a person with a passion for baseball, former Cowley College catcher Gus Freeman was recently announced as the new assistant coach for the Tiger baseball team. Freeman takes over for the recently departed Brock Buckingham, who left Cowley after 16... Read More.

Author: Shane Farley

Crash report: Two injured Friday in motor vehicle accident at Strother Field

Burden, Winfield coach George Lowe awarded coach of year in Salina Tuesday

Cowley Fair Preview: Rick Meyer tribute; Lots of animals and fun stuff galore

Cowley holds graduation ceremony for Winfield Correctional Facility residents

Historic preservation consultant is set to visit Arkansas City in early August

Sheriff: Final autopsy report, toxicology for Sumner Co woman will take time

CEO Brian Barta resigns as Winfield hospital moves to strengthen leadership

Cowley authorities find remains; Await ID before confirming tie to Sumner case

Suspect with a felony record is arrested for burglary of Ark City business

Man revived Sunday after police called for an overdose at Winfield restaurant

Ark City schools will host a public meeting to discuss facilities; bond proposal

Former Cowley player Gus Freeman joins Tiger baseball team as asst. coach

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