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AUDIO: DeLong says Thursday’s groundbreaking for new Winfield police station worth the wait

Wednesday, November 15

Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong stopped by the KSOK/Bob FM studios Wednesday morning to talk about Thursday afternoon's groundbreaking for the WPD's new police station and how listeners can help this year's Operation Blue Santa campaign. Brady Bauman KSOK ·... Read More.

Ark City receives $50K grant for Lovie Watson Park revitalization

Wednesday, November 15

The City of Ark City has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas Healthy Pathways, earmarked for the revitalization of Lovie Watson Park. According to a news release from the city Tuesday, the collaboration among the city, the Lovie Watson Park Task Force and RISE... Read More.

Ark City, Winfield City Commissions celebrate Community Foundation Week

Tuesday, November 14

Legacy Regional Community Foundation is joining a nationwide celebration through Saturday to recognize the increasingly important role that community foundations play in strengthening localities and mitigating social issues like homelessness, polarization, and discrimination, according to a press release from the Winfield-based organization. "For more than a century, philanthropic institutions have... Read More.

Man found with stab wounds Friday night in Ark City; 1 juvenile arrested

Tuesday, November 14

A 40-year-old male was found with stab wounds Friday night in Ark City and a juvenile was arrested, according to a news release from the Ark City Police Department Tuesday morning. At approximately 10:46 p.m., the ACPD was dispatched to Chestnut Avenue and Summit Street to check on a male... Read More.

Construction Trades students help with Ark City Habitat for Humanity house

Monday, November 13

Students in Cowley College’s Carpentry and Construction Trades program recently helped with the building of a Habitat for Humanity House located at 511 South Seventh Street in Ark City. “This was a good way to get the students in the program more active in the building process,” Zackary Rozell, carpentry/construction... Read More.

Cowley College women’s XC team nabs second national title in past four years; Men seventh

Monday, November 13

From RAMA PEROO/Cowley College Nothing was going to stop the Cowley College women’s cross country team from accomplishing their goal of being national champions, not even a flu bug that ran through the team leading up to the race. The Lady Tigers placed five runners in the Top 25 and... Read More.

Cowley College hosts Veterans Day activities; Parade in Ark City at 11 a.m. Saturday

Friday, November 10

Cowley College is hosting several Veterans Day activities today and this weekend. "Cowley College is proud to announce the upcoming Veterans Appreciation Week, dedicated to honoring and celebrating our nation's veterans for their selfless service and dedication to our country," a press release from the college said. "This week-long event... Read More.

WPD seeking public’s help in identifying attempted robbery suspect

Thursday, November 9

The Winfield Police Department is seeking the public's help identifying a suspect in an attempted robbery case. According to a press release from the WPD Wednesday, officers were dispatched at 8:01 a.m. Wednesday to 1902 East 9th Avenue in Winfield at the Valero Gas Station for a report of an... Read More.

SC leadership student, ACPD chief to host free youth mental health workshop for adults Saturday

Thursday, November 9

Brandon Murphy-Ward, a Southwestern College Leadership student, will host a youth mental health session, led by Ark City Police Chief Eric Burr on Saturday from 9-10 a.m. at Grace United Methodist Church in Winfield. There is no admission charge to attend. According to a news release from SC, the session is... Read More.

ACHS Fine Arts presents ‘Annie’ Thursday through Saturday

Wednesday, November 8

Ark City High School Fine Arts presents the musical "Annie" this week, starting Thursday night at ACHS. Showtimes are Thursday, Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. Annie (played by Cody Palmer), an 11-year-old girl who has spent her lifetime in an orphanage, experiences... Read More.

Schwan’s Winfield depot to close in December

Wednesday, November 8

Schwan's in Winfield is one of several depots for the home food delivery service closing nationally. According to the Cowley Courier-Traveler Tuesday, drivers were telling their customers of the depot's impending closure slated for early December. The Winfield location employs approximately five people, according to the city Wednesday. "We... Read More.

UPDATED: Unofficial city/school election results

Tuesday, November 7

Updated: Wednesday, 10:01 a.m. Votes in Cowley County went to the polls Tuesday for city and school board elections. According to the county clerk's office, 3,818 of 20,356 registered voters cast ballots -- or a voter turnout of 18.76 percent. Unofficial results via Cowley County Clerk's Office, notable races: (Seat winners in bold,... Read More.