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Cowley judge rules inmate needs a hearing on reversal of parole approval

A Cowley County judge has ordered a new hearing in the high-profile parole case of Jimmie K. Nelms, ruling the Kansas Prisoner Review Board violated due process when it rescinded his parole last year. Cowley County has jurisdiction in the case because Nelms is currently housed at the Winfield Correctional... Read More.

William Newton Hospital starts design work on new emergency department

WINFIELD - William Newton Hospital has finalized an agreement with Alloy Architecture to design a new emergency department, a key step forward as fundraising for the project nears its goal, according to a written release from the hospital. Representatives from the hospital, the William Newton Healthcare Foundation and Alloy recently... Read More.

ACHS music students perform well at regional solo and ensemble festival

ARKANSAS CITY — Arkansas City High School music students earned top marks Saturday at the Regional Solo and Small Ensemble Festival held at Andover High School. A total of 135 students from ACHS participated in the event, showcasing their talent across a wide range of solo and ensemble performances. Students were... Read More.

Winfield Police investigate armed robbery reported early Sunday morning

WINFIELD — Police are investigating an aggravated robbery reported early Sunday in the parking lot of a business in the 2100 block of East Ninth Ave. Officers with the Winfield Police Department were dispatched at approximately 1:05 a.m. Sunday. When they arrived, the suspect or suspects had already fled the... Read More.

House fire Friday morning damages a Winfield home; Residents out safely

A house fire Friday morning in Winfield displaced residents and claimed the life of a pet, according to fire officials. Fire crews were dispatched at approximately 7:58 a.m. to a reported structure fire at 802 E. Eighth Ave. Upon arrival, firefighters observed heavy smoke and flames coming from the front... Read More.

SC in Winfield gets OK to launch medical degree program new in Kansas

WINFIELD — Southwestern College has received approval to launch the first Doctor of Medical Science program based in Kansas, a move college officials say marks a major expansion of advanced healthcare education in the state. The program is designed for working physician associates who want to build their skills, take... Read More.

USD 470 forms committee to guide bond work; Recognizes achievements

The USD 470 Board of Education on Monday approved the formation of a Construction Manager at Risk committee to help guide upcoming bond-related facility projects following voter approval of two bond questions in November 2025. The measures include a $52.7 million bond issue for improvements at Arkansas City Middle School... Read More.

Utility work to prompt lane closures near Strother Field later this week

Utility work tied to an upcoming Kansas Department of Transportation project will bring intermittent lane closures to U.S. 77 near Strother Field later this week. Utility crews are scheduled to relocate overhead lines Thursday and Friday as part of preparations for a future KDOT project in the area between Arkansas... Read More.

Cowley’s Quiz Bowl team takes 8th at national tournament near Chicago

The Cowley College Collegiate Quiz Bowl team placed eighth at the 2026 National Academic Quiz Tournaments Community College Championship Tournament, outperforming its No. 10 seed in a 24-team field. The national competition was held in Rosemont, Illinois, near Chicago. Representing Cowley were Eli Hubble, Rawson Ray, Jimmy Ball and Andrew... Read More.
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