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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... 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... 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,"... 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... Read More.

Butler Community College To Extend Nursing Program To Cowley’s Winfield Campus

Thursday, August 18

Butler and Cowley community colleges have agreed to partner on a nursing program, according to a news release from Cowley Thursday."When Cowley College administrators reviewed their latest state needs assessment, the report indicated a large number of openings in the nursing field," the press... Read More.

Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event This Weekend

Tuesday, August 16

NORMAN, Okla. – The Bureau of Land Management will hold a wild horse and burro adoption event in Lawrence, Kan., Aug. 19-20, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. The two-day event, featuring 120 wild horses and burros, will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 19.... Read More.

K-55 Bridge Between Belle Plaine, Udall To Be Replaced; Detour Set

Friday, August 12

Work is expected to begin around Sept. 12 on a nearly $8.23 million bridge replacement on K-55 between Belle Plaine and Udall, a news release from the Kansas Department of Transportation said.During the construction, the bridge will be closed, and signs will direct traffic... Read More.

Railroad Work To Close Part Of K-49 Near Mayfield Aug. 22

Thursday, August 11

Part of K-49 in Sumner County will be closed for 24 hours starting Aug. 22 so a railroad can work on a crossing.According to a news release from the Kansas Department of Transportation Thursday morning, the closure will be on K-49 just south of... Read More.

SE Kansas Man Arrested for Theft, Drug & Weapons Charges, and Mistreatment of Elder Persons

Wednesday, July 27

Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) agents arrested a Parsons man for theft, mistreatment of elder persons, and several drugs and weapons charges. On July 26, at approximately 3:45 p.m., KBI agents arrested Stacy T. Oliver, 55, near 1528 Main St. in Parsons, Kansas. Oliver was... Read More.

City Of Caldwell To Receive Nearly $1M In USDA Loans, Grants For Water System Improvements

Monday, July 25

The City of Caldwell has been announced as one of eight community projects across the state to receive loan and grant money from the United States Department of Agriculture.According to a news release from USDA Kansas Director for Rural Development Christy Davis Monday morning,... Read More.

USDA Awards Grant To City Of Wellington For New Storm Sirens

Tuesday, May 31

The City of Wellington will receive a $27,500 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture for the purchase and installation of eight new storm sirens.According to a press release from USDA, over $16 million in loans and grants have been awarded across the... Read More.

Flood Watch Issued; Heavy Rainfall Expected In The Region Through Tuesday Night

Monday, May 23

Heavy rain and flooding is expected starting Monday evening through Tuesday night in Cowley County and surrounding areas, according to the National Weather Service in Wichita.A Flood Watch has been issued for the region.The main threat will be localized flooding from heavy rainfall and... Read More.

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WNH Board Extends Paid Administrative Leave Of CEO For Second Time

Police On Alert For Drunk Drivers As Labor Day Weekend Nears

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

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

Butler Community College To Extend Nursing Program To Cowley’s Winfield Campus

Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event This Weekend

K-55 Bridge Between Belle Plaine, Udall To Be Replaced; Detour Set

Railroad Work To Close Part Of K-49 Near Mayfield Aug. 22

SE Kansas Man Arrested for Theft, Drug & Weapons Charges, and Mistreatment of Elder Persons

City Of Caldwell To Receive Nearly $1M In USDA Loans, Grants For Water System Improvements

USDA Awards Grant To City Of Wellington For New Storm Sirens

Flood Watch Issued; Heavy Rainfall Expected In The Region Through Tuesday Night

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