Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Severe weather mostly spares Cowley County Monday; Tornado destroys homes in Okla.

Monday, May 6

Work and school days ended early across Cowley County Monday in preparation for a severe weather outbreak expected to spawn tornadoes and large hail. The reality was some heavy rains and high winds that showed up later than expected. It was result that Cowley County Emergency... Read More.

Winfield Republican Larry Alley will seek reelection to state senate seat

Friday, May 3

Republican state Sen. Larry Alley, of Winfield, has announced he will seek another term in the Kansas Legislature. Alley has served in the senate since 2017. He is the current majority leader in the senate and represents the 32nd Dist. Alley announced his reelection campaign... Read More.

Local colleges part of program that is taking aim at teacher shortage in Kansas

Friday, May 3

Winfield’s Southwestern College and Ark City’s Cowley College are part of a five-school partnership whose goal is to have a positive impact on the current state teaching shortage. The Educate the State initiative also includes Butler Community College, Friends University, and Newman University. By working... Read More.

Ark City man, 82, dies following mower accident caused by muddy ground

Wednesday, May 1

An elderly Arkansas City man died Tuesday afternoon in an accident involving a riding lawn mower, according to the Cowley County Sheriff’s Dept. 82-year-old George Hawkins Jr. was riding a Brush Hog mower in the 13000 block of 212th Rd. when the injury accident occurred.... Read More.

Westmoreland tornado destroys the home of former Cowley County couple Tuesday

Wednesday, May 1

A person was killed and at least 22 homes were destroyed by a tornado Tuesday afternoon in Westmoreland, Kan. northeast of Manhattan. That includes the home of J.T. and Ashley VanGilder, former Cowley County residents. J.T. and the family’s 8-year-old son were home at the... Read More.

Winfield Police nab convicted felon from Newton in arrest made late Sunday

Tuesday, April 30

An investigation by police in Winfield Sunday night led to the arrest of a Newton man with an extensive criminal background. Around 9:30 p.m., 34-year-old Bryan E. Smith was booked into the Cowley County Jail on charges of possessing stolen property, possession of a controlled... Read More.

Arkansas City Schools Alum Porter Named New Head Principal At ACHS

Monday, April 29

Tim Porter will be the principal at Ark City High School next year. He begins in that role effective July 1, according to a statement from USD 470. Porter has been serving as an assistant principal at the high school. He has 26 years experience... Read More.

Hail, heavy rain, tornado accompany storm that makes its way through Cowley, Kay counties

Saturday, April 27

Storm activity in Kay County Okla. and Cowley County have led to the sounding of emergency sirens in multiple locations Saturday. A tornado was said to have touched down in the area of Chilocco and U.S. 77 highway not far from the Oklahoma casinos south... Read More.

Youth literacy event draws a good crowd to Ark City Park on Tuesday

Friday, April 26

Ark City’s Lovie Watson Park was filled Tuesday with the sounds of children laughing and playing as they learned the importance of reading and early literacy in young children. The Read & Stroll event offered kids the chance to immerse themselves in stories at various... Read More.

Golfin for Good Sam tournament is set for May 4 at Ark City Golf and Fitness

Friday, April 26

Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor’s annual golf tournament “Golfin’ for Good Sam” returns in May, continuing a long-standing event that benefits a program for seniors in need. This year’s event is set for Saturday, May 4 at Ark City Golf and Fitness, 8731 US-166 in Arkansas... Read More.

Southwestern College graduation is May 5 in Winfield; Activities begin May 3

Friday, April 26

Southwestern College Commencement ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, May 5, at 2:30 p.m., in Richard L. Jantz Stadium. Class of 2024 Commencement activities include: Friday, May 3: 12-1 p.m.—Business division reception, Mossman Hall room 134 Saturday, May 4: 2:30-4 p.m.—Natural science and mathematics division reception, Welcome Center patio 3-4... Read More.

Vehicles Involved In Minor Injury Accident Near Strother Field Tuesday

Wednesday, April 24

Two vehicles were involved in a minor-injury accident Tuesday that occurred on U.S. 77 high near Strother Field, according to the Cowley County Sheriff’s Dept. The accident was reported just before 3:50 p.m. when a 1986 Ford F-250 pickup, driven by James Adcock, 58, Ark... Read More.

Author: Shane Farley

Severe weather mostly spares Cowley County Monday; Tornado destroys homes in Okla.

Winfield Republican Larry Alley will seek reelection to state senate seat

Local colleges part of program that is taking aim at teacher shortage in Kansas

Ark City man, 82, dies following mower accident caused by muddy ground

Westmoreland tornado destroys the home of former Cowley County couple Tuesday

Winfield Police nab convicted felon from Newton in arrest made late Sunday

Arkansas City Schools Alum Porter Named New Head Principal At ACHS

Hail, heavy rain, tornado accompany storm that makes its way through Cowley, Kay counties

Youth literacy event draws a good crowd to Ark City Park on Tuesday

Golfin for Good Sam tournament is set for May 4 at Ark City Golf and Fitness

Southwestern College graduation is May 5 in Winfield; Activities begin May 3

Vehicles Involved In Minor Injury Accident Near Strother Field Tuesday

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