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Cowley College hosts statewide meetings; local Sen. Larry Alley honored

Wednesday, August 13

It was a busy few days on the Cowley College campus in Ark City as the school recently played host to community college leaders from all over Kansas. From July 31 to Aug. 2, the Kansas Association of Community College Trustees and Presidents (KACC) and... Read More.

Fire does extensive damage Sunday to a local business east of Winfield

Sunday, August 10

A commercial building housing Winfield’s Powder Valley Outdoor Sports sustained heavy fire damage early Sunday when flames swept through the warehouse and processing areas, authorities said. The Winfield Fire/EMS Department was dispatched around 2:35 a.m. to 17295 151st Road and found the structure heavily involved.... Read More.

Legacy announces application period for 2025 Power of the Purse grants

Wednesday, August 6

The 2025 grant application for the Power of the Purse funding has been released. The Power of the Purse – a women’s giving circle established with Legacy Regional Community Foundation – is currently accepting grant applications from area nonprofit organizations that align with their mission... Read More.

Cowley holds graduation ceremony for Winfield Correctional Facility residents

Wednesday, July 30

Cowley College celebrated the academic achievements of 46 residents of the Winfield Correctional Facility during a graduation ceremony held in June. The event marked a significant milestone in the lives of the graduates, many of whom, the school said, are taking meaningful steps toward... Read More.

Sheriff: Final autopsy report, toxicology for Sumner Co woman will take time

Monday, July 28

Preliminary autopsy information indicates that no signs of obvious acute injuries were found when the remains of Emilie Porterfield-Hill were examined last week. At this point, Cowley County Sheriff David Falletti said, foul play is not suspected. Final autopsy findings, though, and results of toxicology... Read More.

New deal with AC teachers includes 3.9% increase in overall compensation

Thursday, July 17

A tentative master agreement for the coming school year, approved by the USD 470 board of education, includes a pay increase for teachers and administrators. Final approval is contingent on a faculty vote. Board approval came at a regularly scheduled meeting this week. Certified staff... Read More.

Sheila’s Giving Closet in Winfield earns grant through Leadership Cowley initiative

Thursday, July 17

Sheila’s Giving Closet - a faith-based organization that collects and distributes food items in the Winfield area - has completed its participation in the Leadership In Action Initiative. Participants in the program receive a $5,000 grant for program implementation. The initiative is sponsored by Leadership... Read More.

Emergency grant from state will keep meal programs going for area seniors

Thursday, June 12

An emergency grant of $100,000 from the Kansas Dept. of Aging and Disability Services will ensure that Meals On Wheels and Friendship Meals continue to be served in several area counties, including Cowley and Sumner. The South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging had provided... Read More.

SEARCH UPDATE: Human remains found in area where McConnell went missing

Thursday, June 12

Human remains have been recovered in an area near where the vehicle of Jerry McConnell was found last month. An autopsy is pending to determine the identity of those remains, according to the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office. On Wednesday, the Sheriff’s Office, with the assistance... Read More.

Ark City elementary student is behind recycling project that nets 2,471 items

Thursday, April 24

One IXL Elementary student is proving that even young voices can spark big change. Fifth grader Giselle Martinez returned from winter break with a mission: to make recycling a regular part of life at her school. Motivated by concerns about pollution and the impact of... Read More.

Kildare, Okla. gets national attention after wind turbine crashes to the ground Tuesday

Thursday, February 27

Kildare Fire chief Travis Harris has received quite a few calls and emails since a wind turbine came crashing to the ground Tuesday. “Heard from people across the nation, and the UK,” Harris said and laughed Thursday. “Everyone wants to know about it.” There’s not a... Read More.

KBI: Woman killed in Harper County after charging at officers with knife, scissors

Wednesday, April 10

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday morning on U.S. 160 in Harper County. According to a news release form the KBI, at around 7:15 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9, the Harper County Sheriff’s Office requested the KBI... Read More.

State

Cowley College hosts statewide meetings; local Sen. Larry Alley honored

Fire does extensive damage Sunday to a local business east of Winfield

Legacy announces application period for 2025 Power of the Purse grants

Cowley holds graduation ceremony for Winfield Correctional Facility residents

Sheriff: Final autopsy report, toxicology for Sumner Co woman will take time

New deal with AC teachers includes 3.9% increase in overall compensation

Sheila’s Giving Closet in Winfield earns grant through Leadership Cowley initiative

Emergency grant from state will keep meal programs going for area seniors

SEARCH UPDATE: Human remains found in area where McConnell went missing

Ark City elementary student is behind recycling project that nets 2,471 items

Kildare, Okla. gets national attention after wind turbine crashes to the ground Tuesday

KBI: Woman killed in Harper County after charging at officers with knife, scissors

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