Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Saturday storm downed limbs and took out power; AC will do limb pick up Tues.

Monday, May 27

A quick-hitting storm Saturday night brought down tree limbs and did some property damage in Cowley County.In Winfield, city officials reported that just over 1,000 utility customers were without power for a time following the storms. Crews worked to restore service and just a... Read More.

Winfield Fire seeks tips as it probes suspicious fire that occurred early Thurs.

Friday, May 24

The Winfield Fire Dept. is seeking information from the public as it investigates what is described as a “suspicious” fire that occurred Thursday morning.Around 4:15 a.m., fire/ems crews were called to 316 E. Fifth Ave. lot 15A for the report of a structure fire.... Read More.

Search warrant served in Ark City over the weekend leads to two drug-related arrests

Thursday, May 23

A search warrant served at an Ark City home last weekend has resulted in the arrests of two local men.Ark City Police and the Cowley County Sheriff’s Dept. executed that warrant in the 800 block of South 6th Street. A search was conducted as... Read More.

Wichita man with federal warrant remains in Cowley County Jail after incident last week

Wednesday, May 22

A Wichita man - with an active warrant issued by the U.S. Attorney General’s Office - was arrested last week following an incident at Creekstone Farms in Ark City.28-year-old Ephesus Kago, 28, was booked into jail on charges of obstructing a law enforcement officer,... Read More.

Longtime local honey company has building damaged by Monday morning fire

Tuesday, May 21

Harvey’s Honey - a longtime Cowley County company - sustained damage to a warehouse and inventory in a structure fire early Monday morning. Lightning associated with a thunderstorm is a suspected cause.Around 4 a.m., Fire crews were called to 1507 S. Second in Ark... Read More.

Ark City Police taking part in annual Click It or Ticket campaign for Memorial Day holiday

Tuesday, May 21

The Arkansas City Police Department is ramping up traffic-law enforcement efforts as part of the national Click It or Ticket campaign, with the goal of emphasizing the importance of seat belt use for adults and children alike.From now, until June 2, ACPD officers will... Read More.

Tylers will have their name on Cowley College’s new technical education center

Tuesday, May 21

Robert and Gwen Tyler will be honored this August when the newly constructed Cowley College Career and Technical Education building becomes the “Tyler Technical Education Center.” The Tyler’s leadership gift of $2 million to Cowley College has made the project possible. The Cowley College... Read More.

Camp Like Max is coming to the Winfield Fairgrounds June 14 – 16; Sign up now

Friday, May 17

A summer camp for kids four- to 14-years of age will return to the Winfield Fairgrounds in mid June.Camp Like Max is a three-day event meant to help build leadership, confidence, character and friendship for area youth. The camp honors the memory of Max... Read More.

Cowley College to put official name on new career and tech building at Monday meeting

Wednesday, May 15

Cowley College is ready to put an official name to its new Career Technology Center building on the Ark City campus.At 6 p.m. Monday, the college board of trustees will host their regular meeting in the President’s Dining Room of the McAtee Dining Center.... Read More.

Cowley County Health and Safety Fair is Saturday morning in Arkansas City

Wednesday, May 15

Cowley County’s Health and Safety Fair is set for Saturday at the Agri-Business Building in Ark City.The event will run from 9 a.m. to noon at 712 W. Washington Ave. It is free of charge to attend.The City-Cowley County Health Dept. will be on... Read More.

Woman drowns in accident in rural Cowley County Saturday afternoon

Saturday, May 11

UPDATE 8:48 p.m. Saturday - Sheriff Falletti identified the deceased woman as Sarah Ouellet. A native of the Ark City and Winfield areas, her maiden name was Kanelakos, according to those that knew her.The accident occurred in the 31000 block of 141st Rd., Falletti... Read More.

Builder alum Morea Simmons is new CFO at Southwestern College in Winfield

Thursday, May 9

Morea Simmons has officially joined Southwestern College as vice president for finance and chief financial officer, the Winfield School announced Wednesday.“Morea is a Builder, and she brings expertise and leadership to this critically important role,” said President Liz Frombgen. “The search committee was committed... Read More.