Inflation cooled slightly in April, ending monthslong surge in prices

(WASHINGTON) -- Consumer prices rose 3.4% in April compared to a year ago, slowing slightly from the previous month and offering a welcome sign for the Federal Reserve in its yearslong inflation fight. The fresh data matched economists' expectations.After falling dramatically over the course...

Inflation expected to have cooled slightly in April

(WASHINGTON) -- The White House and Wall Street will closely watch Wednesday's inflation report for any signs that the Federal Reserve's aggressive cooldown efforts are working.After falling dramatically over the course of last year, inflation has accelerated in recent months. Recalcitrant prices have forced...

Winfield music students perform at regionals; Many move on to state April 27

Winfield High School sent Band, Choir, and Orchestra students to Kansas State High School Activities Association’s Regional Solo/Small Ensemble Contest on Saturday, April 5th at Andover High School with directors and assistants Taton Bennett, Teddi Ricketts, MJ Harper, Sarah Jane Naillon, and...

Pavement marking, guardrail replacement work to begin April 1 on U.S. 166

Guardrail replacement work and a pavement marking project will both start soon in Cowley and Sumner counties.According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, the pavement marking project will be from the north junction of U.S. 77/U.S. 166 at Arkansas City east to the Chautauqua County...

WPD, Walmart Team Up For Drug Take-Back Event April 22

The Winfield Police Department is teaming up with Walmart to host a drug take-back event Saturday, April 22.The event will be open to the public from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m.The event is an opportunity for citizens to safely dispose of expired or unused...