Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

Winfield Police probe shooting near Main; Suspect search underway

Sunday, November 23

A person was transported to the hospital in critical condition late Saturday following a shooting just off Main St. in Winfield, according to radio traffic from the scene. Preliminary reports indicated a male victim was struck in the shoulder. The incident is said to have... Read More.

AC’s Jill Hunter honored with Spirit of Humanity Award on Tuesday

Friday, November 21

A warm crowd gathered Tuesday evening in Arkansas City to celebrate someone who seems to lift the community wherever she goes. Friends, supporters, and local leaders turned out at the Arkansas City Area Chamber of Commerce to honor Jill Hunter, the 2025 recipient of... Read More.

Southwestern College presenting Eagerheart three times next month

Friday, November 21

Southwestern College’s 93rd annual production of Eagerheart will be presented three times next month. Performances are set for Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m., and Sunday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Messenger Recital Hall inside the Darbeth Fine Arts Building.... Read More.

Ark City Clerk Tiffany Parsons completes certification program at WSU

Friday, November 21

ARKANSAS CITY — City Clerk Tiffany Parsons was recognized at the Nov. 18 City Commission meeting for completing the City Clerks and Municipal Finance Officers Association of Kansas Municipal Clerks Certification Institute, a four-year professional development program offered through Wichita State University’s Hugo Wall... Read More.

Arson suspected in fire that burned vacant Winfield home Thursday

Thursday, November 20

WINFIELD — Winfield firefighters are investigating an early-morning house fire Thursday that officials believe was intentionally set. Crews were dispatched at 1:39 a.m. to 1214 Stewart St., where they arrived to find heavy fire coming from the structure, according to a news release from Winfield... Read More.

Southwestern officially dedicates nursing program with a ceremony

Wednesday, November 19

WINFIELD — Southwestern College President Liz Frombgen officially dedicated the nursing program as the Grace and David Nichols Division of Nursing, celebrating ongoing progress during a ceremony at the Beech Science Center. Faculty and staff, Board of Trustees members, alumni, community partners, friends of the... Read More.

Woman injured in crash at Newkirk amphitheater on Saturday morning

Monday, November 17

NEWKIRK — An elderly woman was injured Saturday morning when her vehicle crashed near the amphitheater on the Kay County Courthouse grounds. Newkirk Fire Chief Adam Longcrier told Kay NewsCow the driver was taken to Wesley Medical Center in Wichita with abdominal and neck injuries. Longcrier... Read More.

Geuda Springs man dies in crash that started with report of reckless driver

Monday, November 17

A Geuda Springs man died Sunday afternoon after his vehicle crashed and came to rest teetering over a bridge in rural Cowley County, authorities said. Around 2:15 p.m. that day, Cowley County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the area of U.S. 160 and 151st Road,... Read More.

Final vote totals show USD 470 bond Question 2 passed by 24 votes

Thursday, November 13

Official final vote totals from the Nov. 4 city-school elections show the second bond proposition question for USD 470 passed by 24 votes. The question received 932 yes votes and 908 no votes. On election night, unofficial totals had 913 voting yes and 881 voting... Read More.

Emergency crews revive infant child Wednesday evening in Ark City

Thursday, November 13

A four-week old baby required emergency medical care Wednesday evening in Ark City and was later transported to Wichita for additional care, a city spokesperson said Thursday. Just after 6 p.m., Ark City Fire/EMS and local police were dispatched to a residence in the 1200... Read More.

USD 470 meeting recap: BOE thanks voters for passing bond issues

Wednesday, November 12

The Arkansas City Board of Education on Monday expressed appreciation to voters for approving both bond propositions earlier this month. Board members said the support represents a major step forward for students and schools, helping provide safer, more modern learning spaces across the district. The... Read More.

Local man pleads guilty to Winfield shootings that injured 2 this spring

Tuesday, November 11

WINFIELD — Shootings that injured two people this spring have an Ark City man facing up to eight years in prison after he entered guilty pleas Monday in Cowley County District Court. Fernando Jesus Rodriguez, 22, appeared in person before Chief Judge Nick St. Peter... Read More.

Author: Shane Farley

Winfield Police probe shooting near Main; Suspect search underway

AC’s Jill Hunter honored with Spirit of Humanity Award on Tuesday

Southwestern College presenting Eagerheart three times next month

Ark City Clerk Tiffany Parsons completes certification program at WSU

Arson suspected in fire that burned vacant Winfield home Thursday

Southwestern officially dedicates nursing program with a ceremony

Woman injured in crash at Newkirk amphitheater on Saturday morning

Geuda Springs man dies in crash that started with report of reckless driver

Final vote totals show USD 470 bond Question 2 passed by 24 votes

Emergency crews revive infant child Wednesday evening in Ark City

USD 470 meeting recap: BOE thanks voters for passing bond issues

Local man pleads guilty to Winfield shootings that injured 2 this spring

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