Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

GE employee from DC area was in Cowley County before boarding ill-fated flight

Friday, January 31

A GE Aerospace employee - who traveled extensively in his job for the company - had been in Cowley County for work this week prior to boarding the American Airlines plane that crashed in Washing D.C. Wednesday night. GE Aerospace operates an engine services plant... Read More.

Boydston has charge elevated to attempted first-degree murder; Bond increased

Thursday, January 30

Ark City stabbing suspect Sean M. Boydston is now facing a charge of attempted first-degree murder and had his bond amount increased, during a first court appearance Thursday afternoon. Boydston, 54, appeared via Zoom before Cowley County Dist. Court Judge Christopher Smith. Bond was raised... Read More.

AC police searching for suspect in local stabbing incident reported late Wednesday

Thursday, January 30

Police in Ark City are continuing to look for a 19-year-old man suspected in a stabbing incident late Wednesday. Benjamin Floyd Trimbath has been developed as a suspect in an investigation that began when Ark City Police were called to SCK Medical Center for the... Read More.

Winfield High School basketball coach placed on leave pending an investigation

Wednesday, January 29

Mychael Tripp - head coach of the Winfield High School basketball team - has been placed on administrative leave. An investigation into his conduct is pending. The school district issued the following statement when contacted by Cowley Post Wednesday: “This employee is employed through USD 465.... Read More.

Annual Storm Fury On The Plains presentation set for February at Cowley Cinema 8

Tuesday, January 28

Cowley County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service - Wichita will be hosting the annual Storm Fury on the Plains presentation. It will be Feb. 18, at 6:30 p.m., at the Cowley Cinema 8. This is a free to attend, open to the public... Read More.

Ark City high school students attend concert band event at Kansas State University

Tuesday, January 28

Nine Ark City High School Band students participated in the Kansas State University Concert Band Clinic. They joined over 600 students statewide for master classes, inspiring performances, and ensemble rehearsals with top college conductors. Pictured left to right: Braxtyn Hilario, Trey Noland, Adrianna Wixen, Roarke... Read More.

Ark City felon arrested for attempted murder following stabbing incident Sunday

Monday, January 27

A 40-year-old woman was hospitalized late Sunday, and a suspect from Ark City is in custody, following a stabbing investigation by local police. 54-year-old Sean Michael Boydston was arrested inside a residence nearby where the incident is said to have occurred in the 1200 block... Read More.

NOTICE: Maintenance work could effect water pressure for some Ark City customers

Friday, January 24

The City of Arkansas City would like to inform residents that the Chestnut Booster Station will undergo scheduled maintenance starting Jan. 27, lasting approximately one week. This necessary maintenance is being conducted to ensure the continued safety and health of the community’s water system. During this... Read More.

Twins in Wellington to celebrate 100th birthdays at come and go event on Feb. 18

Thursday, January 23

A celebration is set for next month for twins who will celebrate their 100th birthdays. The Palmer twins, Violet “Micki” Rowan and Viola Patterson will be honored at a come and go event from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 18. It will be... Read More.

Swiss company bringing U.S. headquarters to former Fluid Kinetics building in Winfield

Wednesday, January 22

Schwihag Track and Switch Technology, Inc. has purchased the former IMI Fluid Kinetics building at the Winfield Industrial Park and has chosen Winfield as its new U.S. manufacturing headquarters. The company plans to begin operations at the 30,000 square-foot property with 15 to 25 employees... Read More.

Suspect remains in custody following stand-off at Winfield motel last week

Wednesday, January 22

A Georgia man arrested last week, following a standoff with police at a Winfield motel, remains in the custody of the Cowley County Jail. Michael B. Parham, 48, is being held without bond pending a mental health evaluation at a state facility. Booking charges include... Read More.

Waterline break has led to a boil water advisory for the city of Caldwell in Sumner Co.

Tuesday, January 21

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Caldwell public water supply system located in Sumner County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or... Read More.

Author: Shane Farley

GE employee from DC area was in Cowley County before boarding ill-fated flight

Boydston has charge elevated to attempted first-degree murder; Bond increased

AC police searching for suspect in local stabbing incident reported late Wednesday

Winfield High School basketball coach placed on leave pending an investigation

Annual Storm Fury On The Plains presentation set for February at Cowley Cinema 8

Ark City high school students attend concert band event at Kansas State University

Ark City felon arrested for attempted murder following stabbing incident Sunday

NOTICE: Maintenance work could effect water pressure for some Ark City customers

Twins in Wellington to celebrate 100th birthdays at come and go event on Feb. 18

Swiss company bringing U.S. headquarters to former Fluid Kinetics building in Winfield

Suspect remains in custody following stand-off at Winfield motel last week

Waterline break has led to a boil water advisory for the city of Caldwell in Sumner Co.

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