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Resurfacing project underway on W. Madison until early October

Wednesday, September 6

A resurfacing project started this week on the south end of Ark City on Madison Avenue. According to the City of Ark City, the road work will be on West Madison from 8th Street to South Summit. APAC Sheers, a paving and asphalt company out of Hutchinson, will be doing... Read More.

LAST HOORAH: Tigerette Danceline coach retires from Cowley after 25 years

Wednesday, September 6

From RAMA PEROO/Cowley College Having spent the past 25 years as head coach of the Cowley College Tigerette Danceline and the last 12 years in charge of the cheer team, Lindsay Sanderholm’s final day at the college was honored by friends and family in a retirement celebration held Friday, September... Read More.

Two area rural bridges approved for over $3M in state/federal funding

Friday, September 1

Bridges in Cowley and Sumner counties were approved for funding for repairs. According to the governor's office a bridge in Cowley County at 232nd Road, 2.5 miles south and 3.5 miles west of Dexter over Grouse Creek will receive $2 million, with a local match of cost of $424,295 --... Read More.

Ark City man killed in motorcycle accident identified; Speed estimated at 70-100 mph in 55

Friday, September 1

UPDATED: Friday, 10:11 a.m. The Cowley County Sheriff's Office has identified Chase Roberts, 20, of Ark City, as the man killed in a motorcycle accident Thursday night just north of Ark City on U.S. 77 at the bypass. At approximately 8:09 p.m. Thursday, deputies from the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office, Ark... Read More.

Students, community members attend Job and Transfer Fair

Thursday, August 31

Cowley College’s main campus in Ark City was the site of a Job and Transfer Fair inside Cowley College’s Earle N. Wright Community Room Wednesday. According to a news release from the college Thursday, participating employers were The Arnold Group, Arkansas City Police Department, Arkansas City Fire Department, Presbyterian Manor,... Read More.

Authorities recover vehicle stolen from Winfield City Lake

Wednesday, August 30

The Winfield Police Department is investigating a stolen vehicle taken from the Winfield City Lake. According to the Cowley County Sheriff's Department's activity report Wednesday, deputies were notified just after 2 a.m. Wednesday of a stolen vehicle traveling into Cowley County that was being chased by a Sumner County deputy. The... Read More.

KPP recovers Winter Storm Uri costs; City of Winfield readies for electric rate restructure

Wednesday, August 30

KPP Energy, the City of Winfield's energy supplier, announced this week that it has recovered all costs of the Winter Storm Uri — over $21 million in total. According to Winfield City Manager Taggart Wall Tuesday, the supplier announced an immediate surcharge after the February 2021 storm... Read More.

ACPD investigating report of shots fired over the weekend; Bullet casings found

Tuesday, August 29

The Ark City Police Department is investigating a report of gun shots over the weekend. According to news release from the ACPD Tuesday morning, officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 500 block of West Madison Avenue Sunday. The incident occurred at approximately 1:25 a.m. Upon arrival at... Read More.

AUDIO: Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong says future police station nearing bid phase

Monday, August 28

Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong stopped by the KSOK studios last week and reminded listeners about the importance of traffic safety with the return of school, recapped how the WPD responded to the Aug. 5 storm that caused extensive wind damage and provided an update on Read More.

Mikesell Family Foundation gives to Dexter Senior Center

Monday, August 28

The Dexter Senior Center is the most recent recipient of a grant from the Better Together Fund at Legacy Regional Community Foundation, according to a press release Monday. "The Dexter Senior Center had received previous support from the Better Together Fund, so when it was in need of a new... Read More.

No. 11 Builders hold off late Ottawa comeback 24-22 in season opener

Monday, August 28

Southwestern College held off a late comeback at the end of the fourth quarter by Ottawa to hold on for a 24-22 win Saturday night in Winfield. The Moundbuilders football team, ranked No. 11 in the NAIA, led 24-10 with under five minutes left in the contest at Richard L.... Read More.

U.S. Rep. Ron Estes tours Winfield Middle School

Thursday, August 24

U.S. Rep. Ron Estes visited Winfield Middle School Wednesday. According to USD 465, the Wichita-based Republican, whose district includes Cowley County, toured several WMS classrooms. The school district said the visit was arranged by WMS Social Studies teacher Jay Buffum, who interned for Estes' congressional office several years ago. "The Congressman talked... Read More.

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Resurfacing project underway on W. Madison until early October

LAST HOORAH: Tigerette Danceline coach retires from Cowley after 25 years

Two area rural bridges approved for over $3M in state/federal funding

Ark City man killed in motorcycle accident identified; Speed estimated at 70-100 mph in 55

Students, community members attend Job and Transfer Fair

Authorities recover vehicle stolen from Winfield City Lake

KPP recovers Winter Storm Uri costs; City of Winfield readies for electric rate restructure

ACPD investigating report of shots fired over the weekend; Bullet casings found

AUDIO: Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong says future police station nearing bid phase

Mikesell Family Foundation gives to Dexter Senior Center

No. 11 Builders hold off late Ottawa comeback 24-22 in season opener

U.S. Rep. Ron Estes tours Winfield Middle School

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