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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 2004 KitFox Series 7 aircraft... 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 5. Charges against him include... 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 and willingness to volunteer as... 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 over an hour later. The arrest... 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 the only competitive county race. Three... Read More.

Butler County Sheriff’s office warns of recent scam calls and number spoofing

Tuesday, July 9

The Butler County Sheriff’s office is warning of a recent scam. For the last several weeks a male individual has been making phone calls and representing himself as a member of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Last week, he used a retired Lieutenant’s name and this week he’s been using the... Read More.

Ark City woman says she was standing nearby where SUV crashed into her home

Friday, July 5

Wednesday night is one Audrianna Bruce describes as a “terrible night” at her residence at 2nd and Kansas in Ark City. There she was, around 9:45 p.m., in her own home, minding her own business, when an SUV smacked into the front of the house. Thursday night she told Cowley... Read More.

Winfield Fire called to vehicle fire Sunday afternoon; Cause was accidental

Tuesday, July 2

A vehicle fire - that caused some damage to a nearby garage - was extinguished by the Winfield Fire Dept. Sunday afternoon. Around 3:10 p.m., fire crews were called to 1320 E. 12th in Winfield for the report of a vehicle on fire. They arrived to find that vehicle fully... Read More.

Kansas Wildlife and Parks sets deadline of July 28 for its “Special Hunts” program

Tuesday, July 2

An annual program offered by the Kansas Dept. of Wildlife and Parks is offering more than 350 individual “Special Hunt” opportunities this fall and winter. The application deadline is now open through July 28. The program offers exclusive access to land not normally open to hunting and the chance at... Read More.

Ark City’s Cevin Clark and Cooper Pierce to play in upcoming The Basketball Tourney

Monday, July 1

Former Cowley and Southwestern standout Cevin Clark is slated to suit up for the upcoming The Basketball tournament. His first game is later this month. Clark will be joined on the team Midtown Prestige by former Moundbuilder teammates Andrew O’Brien and Cooper Pierce. Pierce and Clark are graduates of Ark... Read More.

Kansas Turnpike begins era of cashless tolling today; Manual booths to be removed

Monday, July 1

The Kansas Turnpike converted to a cashless toll system early this morning, KTA officials said. KTA’s three customer service centers are closed and related websites and mobile app are unavailable until July 8, as the transition continues. During this time, June billing will be finalized in the old system and... Read More.

KDHE says Posey Creek near Strother Field is safe and no longer in need of stream advisory

Thursday, June 27

A stream advisory - put in place earlier this year by the Kansas Dept. of Health and Environment - has been lifted for Posey Creek near Strother Field. The advisory was put in place Feb. 27 due to operational problems at the wastewater treatment plant that serves Strother Field Industrial... Read More.

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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

Butler County Sheriff’s office warns of recent scam calls and number spoofing

Ark City woman says she was standing nearby where SUV crashed into her home

Winfield Fire called to vehicle fire Sunday afternoon; Cause was accidental

Kansas Wildlife and Parks sets deadline of July 28 for its “Special Hunts” program

Ark City’s Cevin Clark and Cooper Pierce to play in upcoming The Basketball Tourney

Kansas Turnpike begins era of cashless tolling today; Manual booths to be removed

KDHE says Posey Creek near Strother Field is safe and no longer in need of stream advisory

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