Shane Farley, Author at Cowley Post

AC school board sets 2026 commencement date; Gets test scores update

Tuesday, September 23

The Arkansas City Board of Education on Monday set the 2026 Arkansas City High School commencement for 7 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at Bulldog Stadium, with the large gym as a backup in case of bad weather. Assistant Superintendent Braden Smith reported strong gains in... Read More.

2 Ponca men arrested as result of ACPD investigation into vehicle burglaries

Monday, September 22

Two Ponca City men were arrested Sept. 14 after a series of vehicle burglaries in north Arkansas City. Police said officers were called around 3 a.m. to North A Street after reports of a suspicious person and discovered vehicles had been entered and items stolen.... Read More.

Governor Kelly in Ark City Thursday for dedication of Docking family library

Thursday, September 18

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly and former Gov. Kathleen Sebelius were among those at Ark City’s Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum Thursday to mark the dedication of the Docking Memorial Library.Those in attendance at the afternoon event included Judy Docking, wife of William R. Docking... Read More.

Cowley sheriff: 30 cattle stolen in 2 recent cases that are being investigated

Thursday, September 18

The Cowley County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two reports of cattle theft from pastureland in the northwest part of Cowley County. In a separate statement, the sheriff’s dept. indicated the thefts occurred in the Atlanta area.The first report was received on Friday, September 12,... Read More.

AC coach on leave as district investigates alleged remarks on Kirk shooting

Thursday, September 18

Anthony Whetstone - a teacher and coach at Ark City High School - is on paid leave while USD 470 investigates remarks he’s accused of making in regard to the shooting of national political figure Charlie Kirk.Parents were informed this week that a staff... Read More.

Ark City Police release numbers for Labor Day DUI enforcement campaign

Wednesday, September 17

The Arkansas City Police Department has wrapped up its participation in the “You Drink. You Drive. You Lose.” traffic enforcement campaign, which ran for two and a half weeks. During the effort, officers conducted overtime saturation patrols to enforce Kansas’ impaired driving laws. In total,... Read More.

S. Kansas Symphony announces 2025-26 season; Several Winf. performances

Monday, September 15

The South Kansas Symphony has announced its 2025-26 season, which will include a world premiere and an expanded schedule with performances in Winfield and three surrounding communities. The orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Michael Christensen, will perform seven concerts this season, four of them... Read More.

Ponca City Pizza Hut plans move across street to modernized store in 2026

Monday, September 15

Pizza Hut is on the move in Ponca City.The restaurant has purchased the building across the street from its current location on North 14th Street. The spot was most recently home to a cell phone business, and before that, a Starbucks.This will be the... Read More.

Football RECAPS: Winfield just misses first win; AC, Wellington blown out

Sunday, September 14

ALTAMONT - Winfield scored on offense, defense and special teams, but still came up short at Labette County.The Vikings fell behind 13-0 early. Keller Gibson scored on a 47-yard run, and soon after, Carson Andes had a 35 yard fumble return for touchdown. Down... Read More.

Dog on the run in Ark City for nearly 2 years, finally caught after much effort

Sunday, September 14

By SHANA ADKISSON, City of Ark City - When Erica Petry accepted her new role as Animal Control Officer for the Arkansas City Police Department in April, she expected plenty of unusual calls. But nothing prepared her for the saga of Wade, a shy... Read More.

AC flower shop could reopen as soon as next month after scramble to save it

Thursday, September 11

A Kansas girl clicks her heels, makes a wish, and suddenly finds herself exactly where she wants to be. Sound familiar?Ark City’s own Paisley Howerton is living it. This summer, a whirlwind swept her into ownership of the Ark City Greenhouses building at 836... Read More.

Ark City commission to have special meeting Friday to OK fire truck purchase

Wednesday, September 10

Arkansas City commissioners will gather for a special meeting at noon Friday at City Hall, 118 W. Central. The only item on the agenda is authorization of the purchase and lease-purchase financing of a 2025 Ferrara Custom Cinder T-Engine fire truck and related accessories for... Read More.