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Registration Open For Tyler Juden Memorial Youth Hunter Education Challenge

Tuesday, September 6

The Sporting Friends of Cowley County will be hosting the Tyler Juden Memorial Youth Hunter Education Challenge on Sunday, Oct. 2, at the Baird Ranch south of Silverdale.According to a press release, prior to the challenge, the group will be hosting a Youth Church Service again this year at... Read More.

UPDATE: Police Investigating ‘Suspicious Devices’ Found By City Crews At Cherry Street Park Thursday

Thursday, September 1

The Winfield Police Department is asking for the public's help involving an investigation at Cherry Street Park Thursday night that temporarily closed the park.According to a news release from the WPD Thursday evening, at approximately 1:14 p.m. officers from the Winfield Police Department were dispatched to Cherry Street Park,... Read More.

Wheat State Wine Co. Announces Dec. 31 Closure

Thursday, September 1

After over ten years in business, Wheat State Wine Co. is closing its doors to the public Saturday, December 31, according to a press release from the winery Thursday morning.“This has been an extremely hard decision that I did not take lightly," Owner/Winemaker, Chris Tyler said. "Making great wine... Read More.

SUV, Camper Trailer Collide West Of Winfield Tuesday Evening

Wednesday, August 31

A collision involving an SUV and a pickup hauling a camper trailer shut down U.S. 160 at Cowley 3 Tuesday evening.According to the Cowley County Sheriff's Office Wednesday afternoon, a 2018 Chevy pickup driven by Vontress Tillis, 54, of Wichita, was traveling south on Cowley 3 and was turning... Read More.

Enid Man Killed In Semi Rollover North Of Caldwell

Wednesday, August 31

An Enid man was killed in a single-vehicle semi accident in Sumner County late Tuesday afternoon.The deceased was identified as 61-year-old Carl Oldridge, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.Oldridge was driving a 2019 Kenworth hauling a trailer southbound on K-49 near milepost 5 in Sumner County, north of Caldwell... Read More.

AUDIO: Caden, Bauman Preview Cowley Cup, AVCTL DII, DIII In Debut Podcast

Tuesday, August 30

Voice of the Ark City Bulldogs Brady Bauman and Voice of the Winfield Vikings Curt Caden have teamed up to debut the Ark Valley Football Podcast.This week, Bauman and Caden preview both DII and DIII of the Ark Valley Chisolm Trail Leagues, along with a look at Friday night's... Read More.

Fell Celebrated For His Decades Of Service At Winfield BOE Meeting

Friday, August 26

Winfield community member and longtime school district employee Tom Fell was recognized earlier this week during Monday night's USD 465 Board of Education meeting.Fell, the USD 465 Director of Business and Finance/Board Clerk, is retiring after more than 26 years of service to the district.During the meeting Fell was... Read More.

‘Bluegrass Night Live’ To Celebrate WVF Roots At Southwestern College Friday Evening

Thursday, August 25

The Southwestern College Student Foundation along with Walnut Valley Festival will present SC Bluegrass Night Live on Friday at 7 p.m. There is no admission charge and the public is invited to attend, and bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.According to a news release from the college,... Read More.

WNH Board Extends Paid Administrative Leave Of CEO For Second Time

Wednesday, August 24

William Newton Hospital CEO Ben Quinton continues to be on paid administrative leave.The WNH Board of Trustees extended Quinton's leave to Aug. 31 after an executive session Friday morning. It's the second extension of leave since the situation was first announced by the hospital June 30.No details on why... Read More.

Police On Alert For Drunk Drivers As Labor Day Weekend Nears

Wednesday, August 24

Law enforcement is zeroing in on impaired drivers with the Labor Day weekend around the corner.According to a news release from the Ark City Police Department, since Saturday, the ACPD has joined other police agencies across Kansas in a crackdown aimed at removing impaired drivers from the roadways.The "You... Read More.

AUDIO: WPD, Cowley County Emergency Communications To Offer Free WVF Text Alerts

Tuesday, August 23

The Winfield Police Department will again utilize text message alerts for attendees of the upcoming 50th Walnut Valley Festival in September.Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong told KSOK the department will again be partnering with Cowley County Emergency Communications."Just a good way to stay apprised," Delong said during a recent... Read More.

Kansas Officially Kickoffs Sportsbooks For Wagering At State-Owned Casinos Sept. 1

Monday, August 22

Sportsbooks at Kansas’ four state-owned casinos can begin accepting wagers in person and on mobile platforms starting Sept. 1 and will officially open Sept. 8.According to a news release from the governor's office, sports wagering, like all gaming in Kansas, is owned by the state and operated by the... Read More.