Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Argument over parking spot in Ark City leads to incident with gun Friday

Saturday, December 14

A Coyle, Okla. man was arrested Friday after being accused of pointing a gun at someone - and firing a shot into the air - during a dispute over parking in Ark City.49-year-old Jayson Gibson was booked into the Cowley County Jail on charges... Read More.

Cowley and Southwestern teaming up to provide opportunities in nursing

Friday, December 13

Cowley College and Southwestern College have formalized an agreement between its nursing programs meant to create a seamless pathway for Cowley students seeking to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.Leaders from both institutions gathered Thursday to sign the agreement, marking a new chapter... Read More.

KBI arrests Ark City man for rape and other crimes, following investigation

Thursday, December 12

An Ark City man has been arrested - with bond set at $500,000 - on charges of rape and other crimes against a child. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest late Thursday.40-year-old Brian W. Black was taken into custody without incident at... Read More.

Chief: Medical issue led to Winfield accident Saturday; Driver later died

Tuesday, December 10

Investigators believe a medical issue was the cause of an accident on Main in Winfield Saturday afternoon, Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong said Tuesday.The driver, 66-year-old Gretchen Reed, a local woman, died a short time after the accident, which happened at Jumpstart convenience store.... Read More.

Report: Winfield man made attempt to unholster arresting officer’s firearm

Tuesday, December 10

Police arrested a Winfield man Thursday they said was uncooperative with officers conducting a battery investigation and then grabbed the firearm of an officer attempting to take him into custody. No injuries were reported.38-year-old Kevin S. Redford remained in the Cowley County Jail on... Read More.

Ark City girl, 16, injured in rollover accident Monday night on U.S. 77

Tuesday, December 10

A 16-year-old Ark City girl was taken to a Wichita hospital Monday night following a single vehicle rollover accident, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.Tylicca Morris was transported to Wesley Medical Center with what were described as possibly serious injuries. No update on her... Read More.

Ark City gets $240,000 in federal money to help develop road safety plan

Monday, December 9

The city of Ark City has been chosen to receive $240,000 in federal funding for use in developing a comprehensive Safety Action Plan meant to improve road safety and reduce crashes.The money is part of $1.1 million awarded to Kansas communities as part of... Read More.

Missouri man arrested for DUI after Summit accident that damaged pole

Friday, December 6

A Missouri man was arrested early Friday morning following an accident in Ark City that damaged a power pole.Around 3:20 a.m., Ark City police were dispatched to the 1400 block of N. Summit for the report of a motor vehicle accident. A pickup truck... Read More.

Neosho Falls man dies after vehicle enters river on 81 north of Wellington

Thursday, December 5

A 73-year-old Neosho Falls man was killed Tuesday afternoon when his vehicle overturned into a river about 10 miles north of Wellington.Edward Fitzpatrick was in the northbound lane of U.S. 81 highway when he his 2007 Chevy Silverado went off the road for unknown... Read More.

ACPD releases citation and arrest numbers from traffic enforcement effort

Tuesday, December 3

The Arkansas City Police Department recently concluded its participation in the Thanksgiving Safe Arrival traffic enforcement campaign, focusing on ensuring safety and compliance with Kansas traffic laws during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.From the days before Thanksgiving through the holiday... Read More.

ACMS Kay Club collects nearly 20,000 food items through its recent drive

Tuesday, December 3

Through its annual Richard Potterton Food Drive, the Arkansas City Middle School KAY Club collected 19,725 items to benefit local families and organizations. Over two weeks, students and staff rallied to gather non-perishable food, for key community programs.This achievement highlights the strength of student... Read More.

Southwestern’s annual Eagerheart performances are set for this week

Monday, December 2

Southwestern College’s 91st annual production of “Eagerheart” will be presented three times. Performances will be Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 11 a.m., and Sunday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., at Grace United Methodist Church. Admission is free with a non-perishable food item... Read More.