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AUDIO: Winfield State Rep. Web Roth talks Topeka latest as legislative session concludes

Wednesday, April 26

State Rep. Web Roth (R-Winfield) stopped by the Bob FM/KSOK studios last Friday with the latest from Topeka as the legislature addresses governor vetoes and more as this session nears its end.Roth, who represents the 79th District in the legislature, was live on Bob FM via the Morning Mixtape... Read More.

Cowley volleyball alum reflects on ‘American Idol’ run: ‘I just see me.’

Wednesday, April 26

Cowley College alum Hannah Nicolaisen's American Idol journey ended Monday night.Nicolaisen, who made it to the final 20 of this season's show, was a two-time All-American as a member of the Cowley College volleyball team during her time in Ark City from 2017-2018. She ranked second in Cowley volleyball... Read More.

City of Ark City announces road work on Madison, bridge replacement on 15th

Tuesday, April 25

The City of Arkansas City has announced upcoming road and bridge work.City officials anticipates the beginning phases of the 15th Street bridge replacement to start on May 1.The $451,491 project is partially funded by monies provided by the Kansas Local Bridge Improvement Program and will replace the outdated 15th... Read More.

AUDIO: Winfield police chief talks staff peer support program, reaction to recent shootings

Monday, April 24

Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong joined the Morning Mixtape in studio last week to talk about the upcoming "Diversity Jam" at Island Park on April 29, measures the WPD has taken when it comes to the mental health of its staff and his thoughts on recent shootings across the... Read More.

Cowley County commissioners to hold budget work session Thursday

Monday, April 24

Cowley County commissioners will begin tackling next year's budget this week.The board will hold a budget work session Thursday morning at 9 a.m. inside the Assembly Room of the Cowley County Courthouse in Winfield.According to Thursday's agenda, the session will start with a fiscal year 2022 audit presentation and... Read More.

ROARING: Cowley cheer nabs national title

Monday, April 24

The Cowley College Cheer team competed in the Cheer America Nationals recently in Galveston, Texas.The team placed first and were named national champions in the college coed divisionThe team is coached by Brandon Burke and Lindsay Sanderholm.

Two Winfield women identified in armed standoff; both held on $100K bond

Sunday, April 23

UPDATED: Sunday, 11:35 a.m. The Ark City Police Department released the names of the women involved in an armed standoff Saturday afternoon. According to a news release from the ACPD Saturday evening, Jesse Shae Simmons, 44, of Winfield, and Alyna Arran Alvarado, 33, also of Winfield, were arrested after surrendering to... Read More.

SC senior dubs apple tree project ‘Moon Grove’ in memory of beloved professor, community leader

Friday, April 21

Southwestern College has unveiled a new apple tree area named "Moon Grove" in honor and in the memory of the late Roger Moon, who died last year following a freak accident.Moon was a longtime Winfield community leader and retired theatre professor at Southwestern College.The new Moon... Read More.

Ark City High School inducts 79 into National Honor Society

Friday, April 21

Arkansas City High School celebrated 79 students being inducted into the National Honor Society and 27 seniors continuing a long line of Alumni Leaders during a National Honor Society Induction Ceremony Wednesday night.According to a news release from USD 470, Ark City High School’s NHS Chapter Leader and social... Read More.

Huskey Liners to close Strother Field and Park City locations, parent company confirms

Thursday, April 20

Husky Liners in Strother Field, a manufacturer of automotive aftermarket products, including custom fit floor and cargo liners as well as many other automotive aftermarket accessories, will close this summer as part of a consolidation move by its parent company, RealTruck.According to a statement from RealTruck (formerly Truck Hero)... Read More.

Ark City postal employees recognized for helping elderly resident receive much-needed care

Thursday, April 20

Two Arkansas City residents were recognized by the Ark City Police Department during Tuesday's city commission meeting for their care and concern toward a citizen of the community.According to a news release from the City of Ark City Thursday, ACPD Det. Lt. Jason Legleiter awarded Johnna Haynes and Alice... Read More.

ACPD still seeking leads regarding public works shop burglary last summer

Wednesday, April 19

Authorities are still seeking leads on a case that involved the burglary of the Ark City Public Works shop last summer.According to the ACPD, the City of Arkansas City’s Public Works Shop at 1407 W. Madison Ave was the victim of burglary, theft and criminal damage to property on... Read More.