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Capt. Pete Rowley named as new fire marshal for the city of Winfield

Monday, June 10

Pete Rowley has been named Winfield’s new fire marshal. Rowley, who was recently promoted to captain/EMT, had his latest promotion announced Monday. He has been with the Winfield Fire/EMS Dept. since 2008. A fire marshal’s duties include investigating fires and determining their causes. They can conduct criminal investigations when arson is... Read More.

Public invited to attend statewide meetings to discuss implementation of Kansas Water Plan

Monday, June 10

The Kansas Water Office, Kansas Department of Agriculture and Kansas Department of Health and Environment are holding a series of local consult workshops to discuss the implementation of the 2022 Kansas Water Plan. The agencies are inviting Kansans to join the conversation and share their thoughts on: Regional water needs ... Read More.

$5,000 Legacy grant jump starts 30th Anniversary funding campaign for Cowley BBBS

Monday, June 10

WINFIELD - A grant from Legacy Foundation has helped kick off a fundraising campaign that coincides with Big Brothers Big Sisters 30th anniversary serving this area. The $5,000 grant was recently presented by Legacy Regional Community Foundation to Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters serving Cowley County. Their goal is to... Read More.

Highway patrol continues probing Cowley County pursuit that ended with crash

Thursday, June 6

The Kansas Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate a vehicle pursuit that ended in a crash last week. Around 5:35 p.m. Friday, a highway patrol trooper initiated a traffic stop with a Cadillac passenger vehicle on U.S. 77 highway. The Cowley County Sheriff’s Dept. assisted at 82nd Rd. and 77... Read More.

Local man continues recovery after motorcycle accident in Butler County Saturday

Thursday, June 6

A 20-year-old man from Cowley County is continuing to recover after being seriously injured in a weekend motorcycle accident near Augusta. Kostner McClung, a Winfield native who currently lives in Ark City, was hospitalized in Wichita following the accident. He has since been released and faces a considerable road to... Read More.

Two from Cowley County elected to ‘mayor’ positions at Boys State Kansas event

Wednesday, June 5

Two Cowley County students - who will be seniors next school year - have been elected mayors of their respective cities at Boys State of Kansas. Colby Minson, of Arkansas City, senior-to-be at Dexter High School, was elected Boys State mayor for the city of Gardner, Dole County and Isaac... Read More.

Just 1 of 7 Cowley County government positions will be contested in August primary

Tuesday, June 4

The filing deadline passed Monday for the Aug. 6 primary elections and just one of seven Cowley County government positions will be contested, according to filing information available online. Cowley County Commission District 2, which includes the southern portion of the county including Arkansas City, is the only competitive race.... Read More.

OHP identifies two people killed in accident east of Blackwell on Monday evening

Tuesday, June 4

BLACKWELL — The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reports that two Blackwell residents died and a Ponca City woman was in fair condition following a two-vehicle accident that occurred at 5:14 p.m. on Oklahoma 11 and north S Street, five miles east of Blackwell on Monday. Troopers report that Jose Ramirez, 26,... Read More.

21-year-old Ark City man arrested following multiple hit-and-run accidents last weekend

Friday, May 31

A 21-year-old Ark City man was arrested last Saturday for DUI and other charges following an investigation into multiple hit-and-run accidents within the city. Gunner Chase Cravens was arrested and booked into the Cowley County Jail with bond set at $1,200. He has since posted that bond and been released. On... Read More.

Cowley County Fair officials remind you to use website to buy your grandstand tickets

Thursday, May 30

Organizers of the Cowley County Fair are warning against a scam involving grandstand event tickets for the fair, which happens in August. To ensure a proper ticket buying experience, fair officials said, you should simply visit the fair’s website at CowleyCountyFair.com. A safe and secure purchasing portal is available... Read More.

Man is injured in scaffolding collapse at Ark City Business on Thursday morning

Thursday, May 30

A man - yet to be identified by name - is in stable condition following injuries sustained in a scaffolding collapse at Skyline Homes in Ark City. Late this morning, the Arkansas City Fire-EMS Department responded to a call regarding a traumatic injury at 315 W. Skyline Rd. Upon arrival,... Read More.

Newly-renovated Kay County Courthouse in Newkirk is set to open in June

Thursday, May 30

By SHARON ROWEN, KayNewsCow.com NEWKIRK — The remodeled Kay County Courthouse is scheduled to open to the public on June 10. The $16 million project has been in the works since 2021. County Commissioner Shane Jones said that the district court offices will be closed June 3-7 to allow time for... Read More.

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Capt. Pete Rowley named as new fire marshal for the city of Winfield

Public invited to attend statewide meetings to discuss implementation of Kansas Water Plan

$5,000 Legacy grant jump starts 30th Anniversary funding campaign for Cowley BBBS

Highway patrol continues probing Cowley County pursuit that ended with crash

Local man continues recovery after motorcycle accident in Butler County Saturday

Two from Cowley County elected to ‘mayor’ positions at Boys State Kansas event

Just 1 of 7 Cowley County government positions will be contested in August primary

OHP identifies two people killed in accident east of Blackwell on Monday evening

21-year-old Ark City man arrested following multiple hit-and-run accidents last weekend

Cowley County Fair officials remind you to use website to buy your grandstand tickets

Man is injured in scaffolding collapse at Ark City Business on Thursday morning

Newly-renovated Kay County Courthouse in Newkirk is set to open in June

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