Camper fire in Winfield backyard Saturday evening ruled arson

A camper fire in the backyard of a Winfield residence Saturday evening has been ruled arson.Winfield Fire Marshal Chad Mayberry told Cowley Post Monday morning the fire was called in at approximately 7 p.m. Saturday in the 400 block of W. 9th.The fire started in a pop-up camper in... Read More.

William Newton Hospital’s marketing efforts honored in statewide competition

Kansas hospitals and health systems, including William Newton Hospital in Winfield, were recently recognized for excellence in public relations and marketing efforts by the Kansas Association of Health Care Communicators through its annual Emerald Awards competition.According to a press release from WNH, the 2023 Emerald Awards, including 19 Emerald... Read More.

Gas pipeline maintenance in Ark City sparks calls to emergency services

Routine maintenance on a gas pipeline in Ark City has led to some residents calling emergency services about fires, but Cowley County Emergency Management assures there is no need for alarm."We have received several calls reference a possible fire in the area between Skyline Road and Radio Lane, west... Read More.

Middle school students take part in Cowley College robotics camp

Learning block coding on a virtual robot, sphero robot, and cues for the Wonder Workshop Dash robot, students in grades sixth through eighth enjoyed a fun week of activities in the Robotics Camp held on Cowley College’s main campus in Ark City, according to a press release from the... Read More.

Southwestern College selects OKC transfer for full-tuition scholarship

An Oklahoma City student has been selected by Southwestern College to receive the Full-Tuition Transfer Scholarship.According to a news release from Southwestern College in Winfield, Keir "KJ" Masso will transfer to SC from Oklahoma City University.He plans to major in business administration and participate in men’s soccer. He is... Read More.