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William Newton Hospital brings a familiar face back to Cedar Vale clinic

Residents will have a chance later this month to welcome a familiar healthcare provider back to the community. William Newton Hospital is inviting the public to a come-and-go reception for Wes Turner, who recently returned full-time to the Cedar Vale Rural Health Clinic. The meet-and-greet is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19,... Read More.

Crochet the day away: Ark City elementary program meant to bring calm

At first glance, it looks like a quiet indoor recess activity at C-4 Elementary. But inside Deb Richardson’s classroom, students are learning far more than how to loop yarn. During indoor recess, the room is calm and focused as students sit crocheting — trading the usual noise and restless energy... Read More.

Body of Ark City man recovered from the water after hours-long search

A rural Arkansas City man was found dead Tuesday morning following an hours-long search east of Silverdale, after deputies discovered his truck still running near a watershed. According to the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched around 2:45 a.m. to the area of 151st Road for a reported missing... Read More.

Cowley Sheriff conducts investigation of report of missing person near AC

The Cowley County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday has been investigating the report of a missing person in the Silverdale area east of Ark City. Sheriff David Falletti said a media statement in regard to the incident will be released. The person was reported missing in the early morning hours and sheriff’s investigators... Read More.

Winfield’s Southwestern College to hold commencement this weekend

Southwestern College will hold its 2026 commencement ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 10, at Richard L. Jantz Stadium. Graduation activities will take place throughout the weekend, beginning Friday with a business division reception from noon to 1 p.m. in Mossman Hall. Additional receptions are scheduled Saturday and Sunday for various... Read More.

USD 470 board wrap: Pfannenstiel begins transition into superintendent role

It was a light agenda Monday for the USD 470 Board of Education, with routine approvals and end-of-year items making up most of the meeting. A notable administrative move, though, came as the board approved changing Will Pfannenstiel’s title to interim superintendent, effective immediately, along with an adjustment to his... Read More.

Wichita man killed, Belle Plaine juveniles hurt in Sumner County crash

A Wichita man was killed and two juveniles were seriously injured in a crash Saturday afternoon north of Belle Plaine, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Oliver Road about one mile north of Belle Plaine. According to the KHP crash log, a 2002... Read More.

Thursday round of storms does damage in Newkirk and Braman areas

Severe storms, that included reported tornadoes, caused widespread damage and power outages across Kay County Thursday night, as part of a larger outbreak that left injuries and significant destruction across northern Oklahoma. Officials say at least 10 people were injured and several homes and structures were destroyed as long-track tornadoes... Read More.