Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Winfield Police Chief: Officer who was arrested for DUI no longer with the department

Wednesday, July 24

A Winfield Police officer is no longer with the department less than a month after being arrested for DUI and other charges. Lt. Greg Venable’s last day with the department was July 19, according to Police Chief Robbie DeLong. He had been on administrative leave... Read More.

Woman is injured Tuesday night in a two-vehicle accident north of Arkansas City

Wednesday, July 24

An accident late Tuesday night north of Ark City left a woman hospitalized in Wichita, according to the Cowley Sheriff’s Dept. Around 10 p.m., authorities and rescue crews were dispatched to 242nd Rd. and U.S. 77 highway for the report of an injury accident. 23-year-old Reyna... Read More.

Winfield Community Theater has BBQ fundraiser set for Saturday at the library

Tuesday, July 23

The Winfield Community Theater is hosting a Homesteader’s BBQ fundraiser this Saturday at the Winfield Public Library. The event will be held on the back patio of the library beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12.50 for children under 12. They are... Read More.

AC Police will take part in statewide effort to crackdown on speeding drivers this summer

Saturday, July 20

Police in Ark City will participate in a statewide initiative to reduce speeding and enhance overall road safety. The initiative, spearheaded by the Kansas Dept. of Transportation and the Drive To Zero Coalition, aims to raise awareness about the dangers of speeding and reduce speed-related... Read More.

Ark City public schools in-person enrollment day is set for next Thursday

Friday, July 19

In-person enrollment for Ark City public schools, USD 470, is next Thursday. Schools in the district will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for enrollment. Families who already enrolled in the spring do not need to take any additional steps. New families joining the... Read More.

Cowley trustees recap: Tyler Tech Education Center gets state approval for occupancy

Thursday, July 18

The brand new Tyler Technical Education Center - on the campus of Cowley College in Ark City - has been approved for occupancy. Programs and departments are continuing to move into the building as the school year nears. That’s according to a report given at... Read More.

Cedar Vale-Dexter’s Lenington wins national championship at Michigan clay target event

Wednesday, July 17

Brody Lenington, of Cedar Vale-Dexter High School, won the national championship Sunday at the 2024 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship. Shooters and teams from 456 high schools from across the nation competed in the event last weekend in Mason, Mich. Lenington shot a... Read More.

Wind gust causes accident with aircraft at Strother Friday; No injuries but aircraft disabled

Tuesday, July 16

A gust of wind Friday afternoon led to an airplane accident at Strother Field that caused major damage to the prop and left wing of the aircraft, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol. 60-year-old John G. Swofford, Fort Worth, Texas, was the pilot of the... Read More.

Winfield man, 26, remains in Oklahoma jail after July 5 pursuit across several counties

Tuesday, July 16

A Winfield man remains in jail in Oklahoma more than a week after a lengthy run from the law that passed through several counties and lasted for a few hours. 26-year-old Tanner L. Lowe was booked into the Osage County Jail in Pawhuska on July... Read More.

William Newton Hospital recognizes departing trustee Lawrence; Welcomes Herlocker-Freeman

Thursday, July 11

William Newton Hospital has recognized a departing board of trustees member and is welcoming a new board member. During May’s meeting, trustees and administrators honored Diane Lawrence for her years of service as a member of the board of trustees. “We are grateful for Diane’s ability... Read More.

Longtime Winfield Police Officer arrested for DUI in early morning hours of June 29

Wednesday, July 10

A 20-year veteran officer with the Winfield Police Dept. was arrested late last month for DUI and other charges. Online booking information shows that 49-year-old Gregory D. Venable was booked into the Cowley County Jail at 6:19 a.m. on June 29. He bonded out just... Read More.

Deadline approaching to register to vote in Aug. 6 primary; Advance voting to start soon

Tuesday, July 9

The deadline for registering to vote in the Aug. 6 primary is Tuesday, July 16. In Cowley County, that election will determine the winner of the county commission Dist. 2 seat. That district, which includes the southern portion of the county including Arkansas City, is... Read More.

Author: Shane Farley

Winfield Police Chief: Officer who was arrested for DUI no longer with the department

Woman is injured Tuesday night in a two-vehicle accident north of Arkansas City

Winfield Community Theater has BBQ fundraiser set for Saturday at the library

AC Police will take part in statewide effort to crackdown on speeding drivers this summer

Ark City public schools in-person enrollment day is set for next Thursday

Cowley trustees recap: Tyler Tech Education Center gets state approval for occupancy

Cedar Vale-Dexter’s Lenington wins national championship at Michigan clay target event

Wind gust causes accident with aircraft at Strother Friday; No injuries but aircraft disabled

Winfield man, 26, remains in Oklahoma jail after July 5 pursuit across several counties

William Newton Hospital recognizes departing trustee Lawrence; Welcomes Herlocker-Freeman

Longtime Winfield Police Officer arrested for DUI in early morning hours of June 29

Deadline approaching to register to vote in Aug. 6 primary; Advance voting to start soon

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